Course Description

The Highfield Level 2 International Award in Risk Assessment is an internationally recognized qualification designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement effective control measures in the workplace. Risk assessment is a fundamental component of occupational health and safety management systems and plays a critical role in preventing workplace accidents, injuries, and operational disruptions.

This course introduces participants to the principles and processes of conducting risk assessments in accordance with internationally accepted Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) practices. Learners will gain an understanding of how to systematically identify workplace hazards, assess the likelihood and severity of potential harm, and determine appropriate risk control strategies.

The training emphasizes a practical and structured approach to workplace risk management. Participants will learn how to apply risk assessment methodologies across various industries including oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, logistics, and maritime operations. Through real-life case studies and exercises, the course develops the competence required to conduct effective workplace risk assessments and contribute to a safer working environment.

Upon successful completion, participants will be able to support their organization’s safety management system by identifying risks and implementing preventive measures to reduce workplace hazards.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles and importance of risk assessment in workplace safety

Identify workplace hazards and potential sources of harm

Understand the risk assessment process and methodology

Evaluate risks by analyzing likelihood and severity

Apply the hierarchy of control measures to reduce risks

Document and communicate risk assessment findings effectively

Contribute to workplace HSE compliance and accident prevention

Audience

This course is suitable for:

Supervisors and team leaders

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) personnel

Safety representatives

Engineers and technical staff

Operations and maintenance personnel

Warehouse and logistics staff

Construction workers and supervisors

Employees involved in workplace safety responsibilities

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, participants should:

Have basic literacy and English language skills

Be involved or interested in workplace safety management

Course Content

  • Introduction to Risk Assessment

Importance of risk assessment in workplace safety

Legal and organizational responsibilities

Relationship between risk assessment and HSE management systems

  • Understanding Hazards and Risks

Definition of hazard and risk

Types of workplace hazards:

Physical hazards

Chemical hazards

Biological hazards

Ergonomic hazards

Environmental hazards

  • The Risk Assessment Process

Steps of conducting a risk assessment

Identifying hazards

Determining who may be harmed

Evaluating risks and existing control measures

Recording findings and implementing actions

Reviewing and updating risk assessments

  • Risk Evaluation Methods

Likelihood and severity analysis

Risk matrix application

Prioritizing risks

  • Hierarchy of Risk Control

Elimination

Substitution

Engineering controls

Administrative controls

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Risk Assessment Documentation

Recording risk assessments

Communication of safety findings

Risk assessment forms and templates

  • Practical Risk Assessment Exercise

Workplace scenario analysis

Identifying hazards in real situations

Applying control measures

  • Role of Risk Assessment in HSE Culture

Integrating risk assessment into daily operations

Promoting proactive safety culture

Continuous improvement in workplace safety

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