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Health and Safety Training for Employees
£25.00 + £5.00 VAT
- Assured by RoSPA Qualifications
- Certified by CPD
- Audio voiceover
- Approximate course duration 3 hours
- Downloadable certificate on completion
- 100% online training
- No time limits
This Online Health and Safety Training for Employees course provides essential workplace health and safety training to help employees work safely, confidently and in compliance with UK health and safety legislation. Suitable for employees across all industries, the course covers key health and safety responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, including accident reporting, near-miss reporting, risk assessments, hazard identification, hazard control measures, personal protective equipment (PPE), workplace safety signs and emergency procedures.
Learners will also develop a practical understanding of common workplace hazards and safe working practices, including slips, trips and falls, fire safety, manual handling, hazardous substances (COSHH), work equipment safety and display screen equipment (DSE). The course further explores workplace safety considerations for home workers, lone workers, shift workers and vulnerable employees, as well as the impact of stress and mental health on health and safety performance.
This accredited online health and safety course provides employees with the knowledge and awareness needed to create safer working environments, reduce workplace risks and support legal compliance. Ideal as health and safety awareness training, employee induction training or refresher training, the course helps organisations promote a positive health and safety culture across the workplace.
The course takes approximately 3 hours to complete.
What is Health and Safety Training for Employees?
Health and Safety Training for Employees is an online workplace health and safety course designed to help employees understand common workplace hazards, legal responsibilities and safe working practices. The training covers key topics including risk assessments, hazard identification, accident reporting, fire safety, manual handling, emergency procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE). By completing health and safety awareness training, employees gain the knowledge needed to work safely, reduce workplace risks and support compliance with UK health and safety legislation.
Who needs to take Health and Safety Training for Employees?
This Health and Safety Training for Employees course is designed for employees working in any industry who need a practical understanding of workplace health and safety responsibilities. It is particularly suitable for workers who do not have specific health and safety management duties but are required to follow safe working practices, identify workplace hazards and contribute to a safe and healthy working environment.
The course provides essential workplace health and safety training for employees at all levels, helping them understand their legal responsibilities, recognise common workplace hazards, participate in risk assessments and follow appropriate control measures to reduce workplace risks.
Suitable for employees across a wide range of sectors, including construction, education, office and administrative roles, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, warehousing and logistics, this online health and safety course helps organisations meet their training obligations and promote a positive health and safety culture.
Reviewed and approved by lead bodies
Our Health and Safety Training for Employees online training course has been assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents as providing up-to-date, quality and content-approved training.
The training course also complies with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and is accredited by the CPD Certification Service.
What does the online Health and Safety Training for Employees course cover?
This online Health and Safety Training for Employees course is split into four modules:
1: An Introduction to Health and Safety at work
- Workplace injury and illness incidence
- The importance of working safely
- The legal framework for health and safety at work
- The duties and responsibilities placed on employers and employees with regard to workplace safety
- Important health and safety legislation
- How and why incidents, accidents, and near misses are reported
2: Assessing and Controlling Risk
- The legal requirement for risk assessment
- The five-step risk assessment process
- How hazards are identified
- The application of a hierarchy of control
- Common control measures
- The importance and limitations of PPE
- Health and safety signage
- Emergency plans and planning
3: Common Workplace Hazards
- Fire – Slips and trips
- Manual handling – Working at height – Working in confined spaces
- Hazardous substances – Dangerous substances – Asbestos
- Noise – Vibration – Electricity
- Work equipment – Work vehicles – Display Screen Equipment
4: People in the Workplace
- How new employees, disabled people, pregnant workers and migrant workers are more vulnerable at work
- Issues related to home working, lone working and shift work
- How hazards are identified
- Why young workers and older workers are sometimes vulnerable
- How stress and aggression impact health and safety
- The impact of mental health and menopause
Online Health and Safety Training for Employees course content preview
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Example course pages
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Course content
Our online Health and Safety Training for Employees course covers the following 4 modules:
1 – An Introduction to Health and Safety at work
The first module provides a comprehensive introduction to health and safety at work and explains why effective workplace health and safety practices are essential in every organisation. It begins by examining the causes and impact of workplace injuries, work-related ill health and accidents, highlighting the consequences for employees, employers and businesses. Learners will explore the importance of following safe working practices, understanding how a positive health and safety culture helps protect individuals, improve wellbeing and reduce workplace risks.
The module also introduces the UK framework for health and safety legislation, including the responsibilities of employers and employees under the Health and Safety at Work Act. In addition, learners will gain an understanding of key legal duties, workplace policies and the role of compliance in maintaining a safe working environment. Finally, the module explains the importance of accident reporting, near miss reporting and incident investigation, demonstrating how effective reporting procedures help prevent future harm and improve workplace safety performance.
2 – Assessing and Controlling Risk
Module two focuses on risk assessment and the practical steps organisations take to identify, assess and control workplace risks. Learners will explore the legal requirements for conducting risk assessments and gain an understanding of the five-step risk assessment process used to identify hazards, evaluate risks and implement appropriate control measures. The module explains the difference between hazards and risks and highlights the importance of proactive risk management in maintaining a safe and healthy working environment.
In addition, the module examines how workplace hazards are identified and controlled through the application of the hierarchy of control, helping learners understand how risks can be eliminated, reduced or managed effectively. It also covers common risk control measures, the correct use and limitations of personal protective equipment (PPE), and the role of health and safety signs in communicating hazards and safety information. Finally, learners will explore the importance of emergency procedures, emergency planning and workplace preparedness, ensuring they understand how organisations respond effectively to incidents and protect the health, safety and wellbeing of employees.
3 – Common Workplace Hazards
Module three provides a comprehensive overview of common workplace hazards that can cause injury, illness or long-term health problems if they are not effectively identified and controlled. Learners will explore a range of workplace safety risks, including fire safety, slips, trips and falls, manual handling hazards, working at height and working in confined spaces. The module explains how these hazards arise and highlights the importance of following safe working practices to reduce the likelihood of accidents and injuries.
Understanding the most serious workplace risks is essential for preventing accidents and fatalities. To learn more, read our article on the biggest causes of fatalities at work in the UK, which explores the leading causes of fatal workplace accidents and the measures employers and employees can take to reduce these risks.
In addition, the module examines the risks associated with hazardous substances and dangerous materials, including COSHH and asbestos awareness, as well as the health effects of exposure to noise and vibration. Learners will also gain an understanding of hazards relating to electricity, work equipment safety, workplace vehicles and display screen equipment (DSE). By recognising common workplace hazards and understanding appropriate control measures, employees can help create a safer working environment and reduce workplace risks.
4 – People in the Workplace
Module four explores how different people, personal circumstances and working arrangements can influence health and safety in the workplace. Learners will examine why certain groups, including new employees, young workers, older workers, pregnant workers, disabled employees and migrant workers, may face increased workplace risks and require additional support, supervision or reasonable adjustments. The module also explains employers’ responsibilities for protecting vulnerable workers and creating an inclusive and safe working environment.
In addition, the module considers the health and safety challenges associated with home working, lone working and shift work, highlighting how organisations identify, assess and control related hazards. Learners will also explore the impact of work-related stress, aggression, violence, mental health and the menopause on employee wellbeing, performance and workplace safety. By understanding these factors, employees can contribute to a healthier, safer and more supportive workplace culture for everyone.
Health and Safety Training for Employees certificate and renewal
The course contains 4 multiple-choice assessments, one at the end of each module.
- Module 1 – 10 questions
- Module 2 – 10 questions
- Module 3 – 14 questions
- Module 4 – 8 questions
The questions for each assessment are generated from question banks, which means they change each time the assessment is taken. This makes the training suitable for initial and refresher training.
How is the Health and Safety Training for Employees course assessed?
The Health and Safety Training for Employees course is assessed through 4 online multiple-choice assessments designed to test learners’ understanding of the key topics covered throughout the training. These include workplace health and safety responsibilities, risk assessments, common workplace hazards, safe working practices and emergency procedures.
Once learners have successfully passed the course assessment, they can immediately download and print their Health and Safety Training certificate. The certificate provides evidence of successful completion of the online health and safety course and can be used to demonstrate compliance with workplace training requirements.
How long is this course certificate valid for?
Your health and safety training for employees course certificate does not expire. However, it includes a recommended renewal date of two years from the date of completion. This recommendation helps ensure health and safety knowledge remains up to date and that all staff continue to work safely while helping to protect their colleagues in the workplace.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is a 100% online training course designed to give employees essential health and safety knowledge. It covers workplace law, risk assessment, common hazards, safe working practices and how individuals can support a safer workplace. The course is assured by RoSPA and includes a downloadable certificate on completion.
This course is suitable for anyone working in a wide range of work environments who does not have specific health and safety management responsibilities. It’s ideal for employees in office, hospitality, retail, logistics, education, construction and similar sectors.
On average the course takes approximately 3 hours to complete. It is self-paced, with no time limits, so you can complete it all in one sitting or spread it out as needed.
Yes. Once you successfully complete the course and pass the assessments, you can download and print your certificate instantly. This certificate does not expire, but we recommend renewing your training every two years to keep your knowledge up to date.
Yes. The course is assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (rospa) for quality and relevance. It is also submitted for CPD certification, demonstrating commitment to ongoing professional development.
The course covers:
- Health and safety law and responsibilities
- Risk assessment and hazard control
- Common workplace hazards (e.g., slips, fire, manual handling, hazardous substances)
- Working arrangements and individual factors like stress and lone working
This ensures employees understand how to identify risks and act safely at work.
Each module concludes with a multiple-choice assessment designed to reinforce learning. The question banks are randomised, so each attempt may involve different questions, supporting both initial training and refresher learning.
Yes. Employers in the UK have a legal duty to provide appropriate health and safety training under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and this course helps ensure staff understand key duties, risks and safe working practices.
Absolutely. Discounted pricing is available when purchasing multiple licences, making this course suitable for teams of all sizes.
The importance of health and safety training
Health and safety training plays a vital role in creating safer, more productive workplaces. When employees understand potential risks and how to manage them, they are better equipped to protect themselves, their colleagues, and the wider organisation. Effective training helps reduce accidents, injuries and work-related ill health, which in turn minimises disruption, absence and associated costs.
Beyond compliance, health and safety training builds confidence and awareness. Employees who know their responsibilities and understand safe working practices are more likely to recognise hazards early, follow procedures correctly, and report incidents or near misses before they escalate. This proactive approach supports a positive safety culture where everyone takes ownership of health and safety, rather than viewing it as a tick-box exercise.
To learn more about creating a safer working environment, read our guide on how to improve health and safety in the workplace, which provides practical tips for reducing workplace risks and strengthening your organisation’s health and safety culture.
Benefits of our online health and safety training
- Flexible and self-paced learning
- Cost-effective training for individuals and teams
- Printable certificate upon completion
Keep compliant with health and safety training
Health and safety training is essential for meeting UK legal requirements and protecting employees in the workplace. Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, employers have a legal duty to provide appropriate health and safety training, information, and instruction to their workforce. This training helps ensure employees understand workplace risks, follow safe working practices, and meet compliance obligations. Up-to-date health and safety training also supports risk management and reduces accidents, injuries, and enforcement action. Further guidance on workplace safety laws and regulations can be found on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) website.
Additional online Health and Safety courses
We provide a wide range of online courses designed to enhance health and safety awareness within your organisation, making your work environment safer.
Click on the course titles below to learn more.
- Asbestos Awareness Course (Category A)
- Abrasive Wheels Training Course
- Banksman Training Course
- COSHH Training Course
- DSEAR Training Course
- Display Screen Equipment Training Course
- Hand-Arm Vibration Awareness Course
- Ladder Safety Training
- Manual Handling Awareness Course
- Noise Awareness Training
- PAT Testing Training Course
- Risk Assessment Training Course
- Working at Height Course
- Working in Confined Spaces Course
We also offer online training courses across many different categories including regulatory compliance, food hygiene, health & social care and fire safety.
Health and Safety Guides and Resources
- Top 10 Common Workplace Hazards and How to Prevent Them
Learn about some of the most common workplace hazards, including slips, trips and falls, manual handling, hazardous substances and fire risks, along with practical measures to prevent accidents and improve workplace safety. - How to Improve Health and Safety in the Workplace
Discover practical strategies for creating a safer working environment, reducing workplace risks, improving employee awareness and building a positive health and safety culture across your organisation. - What is the Biggest Cause of Fatalities at Work in the UK?
Explore the leading causes of fatal workplace accidents in the UK and learn how effective risk management, training and safe working practices can help prevent serious injuries and fatalities. - Spills in the Workplace: Is Your Business Prepared?
Learn how workplace spills can lead to slips, trips, falls and other accidents, and discover practical measures for spill prevention, emergency response and maintaining a safe working environment. - Preventing Manual Handling Injuries in the Workplace
Discover the common causes of manual handling injuries and learn practical techniques for safe lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. This guide explains how effective manual handling training, risk assessments and control measures can help reduce workplace injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.
Have a question about our Health and Safety Training for Employees course?
If you have any questions, would like a personalised quote, or want to arrange a demo, our friendly and knowledgeable team is always happy to help. We’re on hand to discuss your requirements and provide expert guidance on the right solution for your organisation. You can contact us by telephone on 0333 577 5017, email us at support@i2comply.com, or complete the enquiries form below and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Additionally, you might be able to find the answer you require by visiting our Help & Support page.
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Discounts Available For Bulk Purchases
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