Professional Qualification

OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management

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Course Detail

Mandatory Units

7

Awarding Body

OTHM

Credit Hours

120

TQT

1200

GLH

600

Course Overview

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is an advanced qualification designed for professionals seeking to develop strategic leadership skills in workplace health and safety. This programme equips learners with the expertise to design, implement, and manage comprehensive occupational health and safety (OHS) systems that comply with legal and regulatory standards while promoting a culture of safety within organisations.

The course covers key areas such as risk assessment, hazard management, incident investigation, safety auditing, and organisational leadership. Learners gain in-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation, strategic planning, and best practices for preventing workplace accidents and ensuring employee wellbeing. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, enabling professionals to lead safety initiatives and influence organisational policies effectively.

By integrating theoretical frameworks with practical applications, the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management prepares learners to take on senior OHS management roles, drive compliance, and foster safe and productive work environments across diverse industries.

Study Units

  • Apply practical strategies to implement effective health and safety management systems in various workplaces.
  • Develop and maintain operational procedures to control hazards and minimize workplace risks.
  • Monitor health and safety practices to ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
  • Coordinate with staff and management to promote safe work practices and adherence to procedures.
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills to convey health and safety instructions and guidance.
  • Evaluate the design and implementation of health and safety management systems (HSMS) to ensure organizational effectiveness.
  • Assess compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in workplace safety.
  • Identify gaps in HSMS processes and recommend improvements to enhance safety performance.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of health and safety initiatives.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement to maintain effective and sustainable HSMS practices.
  • Analyze internal and external factors that influence workplace risk and safety performance.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and evaluate their impact.
  • Develop strategic risk intervention plans to mitigate identified risks effectively.
  • Apply decision-making frameworks to prioritize risk management initiatives based on organizational objectives.
  • Monitor and review risk interventions to ensure they remain relevant and effective over time.
  • Analyze internal and external factors that influence workplace risk and safety performance.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and evaluate their impact.
  • Develop strategic risk intervention plans to mitigate identified risks effectively.
  • Apply decision-making frameworks to prioritize risk management initiatives based on organizational objectives.
  • Monitor and review risk interventions to ensure they remain relevant and effective over time.
  • Analyze internal and external factors that influence workplace risk and safety performance.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and evaluate their impact.
  • Develop strategic risk intervention plans to mitigate identified risks effectively.
  • Apply decision-making frameworks to prioritize risk management initiatives based on organizational objectives.
  • Monitor and review risk interventions to ensure they remain relevant and effective over time.
  • Analyze internal and external factors that influence workplace risk and safety performance.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and evaluate their impact.
  • Develop strategic risk intervention plans to mitigate identified risks effectively.
  • Apply decision-making frameworks to prioritize risk management initiatives based on organizational objectives.
  • Monitor and review risk interventions to ensure they remain relevant and effective over time.

Entry Requirments

  • Age: 21 years or older.
  • Education: Level 6 qualification, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent in a relevant field.
  • Experience: Relevant experience in health and safety, risk management, or supervision is recommended.
  • English Proficiency: Adequate reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
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Who Should take this Course?

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen occupational health and safety knowledge, improve workplace safety practices, and advance their professional careers.

  • Health and Safety Professionals – Strengthen workplace safety expertise.
  • Managers and Supervisors – Improve safety leadership and risk control.
  • Construction and Engineering Professionals – Manage industry-specific hazards.
  • Business Owners and Employers – Promote safer working environments.
  • Healthcare Professionals – Support health and safety compliance.
  • Aspiring Safety Leaders – Build skills for career progression.
  • Students and Career Changers – Prepare for opportunities in occupational health and safety.

Future Progression

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study.

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), where appropriate learners are eligible to progress to Master’s top-up at many universities in the UK and overseas with advanced standing. 

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