Unit Award Scheme

108135 BASIC HEALTH & SAFETY FOR VOLUNTEERS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1keep the workplace, where they volunteer, a safe environment for self and othersSummary sheet
2identify five work-related hazards and risks that commonly cause accidents and ill-health to volunteersSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

3at least three workplace hazards and risks that may be faced on a daily basis whilst volunteering, eg slips, trips, falls, working at height, manual handling, hazardous substances, poisonous plantsSummary sheet
4at least three workplace hazards and risks when volunteering including the common causes of accidents and illnesses and the preventative measures, eg tools, machinery and vehicles, electricity, fire, and stress.Summary sheet
5at least five workplace conditions including the benefits of good housekeeping, welfare facilities and safety signs when volunteering outdoors on community projects and in areas accessed by the general publicSummary sheet
6what health and safety at work is and why it is importantSummary sheet
7own responsibilities for upholding health and safety when volunteering on community projects and the responsibility of the organisation they are volunteering withSummary sheet
8the importance of a workplace layout, temperature, lighting, ventilation, toilet and washing facilities, eating, drinking, and resting facilities when volunteering, particularly in an outdoor environmentSummary sheet
9what workplace procedures are and how they as a volunteer can help maintain their effectiveness, eg the importance of reporting, first aid arrangements, first aid kit, personal protective equipment and personal hygieneSummary sheet
10at least three safety measures and procedures an organisation should put in place for volunteers and how volunteers can help to uphold themSummary sheet

acquired an understanding of

11taking part in an introduction to basic health and safety for volunteers in relation to your volunteering and the importance of adhering to good practices and what the consequences may be if they are neglectedSummary sheet
12taking part in a discussion about a given activity in a specfic environment and what they can do to keep the workplace a safe environment for others.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 22 June 2017Level - Level One