Level 2 Award in Ergonomics

This qualification is divided into 10 detailed units that focus on the practical and technical aspects of ergonomics in the workplace:

1. Introduction to Ergonomics and Human Factors
   Exploring the relationship between ergonomics, human behavior, and workplace design.

2. Ergonomic Principles in Workplace Design
   Understanding how to design and organize work environments to fit the physical and cognitive needs of workers.

3. Anthropometry and Workplace Layout
   Applying human body measurement data to optimize the layout of workstations and tools.

4. Ergonomic Risk Assessment Techniques
   Learning methods for identifying, evaluating, and controlling ergonomic risks in different job settings.

5. Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) and Prevention Strategies
   Understanding the causes, symptoms, and prevention of musculoskeletal problems.

6. Manual Handling and Ergonomic Controls
   Evaluating lifting, pushing, and pulling activities to design safe manual handling procedures.

7. Display Screen Equipment (DSE) and Computer Ergonomics
   Assessing and improving workstation setup to minimize eye strain, fatigue, and repetitive strain injuries.

8. Environmental Ergonomics
   Analyzing the impact of lighting, temperature, vibration, and noise on worker comfort and performance.

9. Workplace Design and Job Rotation Systems
   Designing tasks and work systems that reduce fatigue and enhance productivity.

10. Promoting Ergonomic Awareness and Training
    Encouraging safe behavior, awareness campaigns, and ergonomic training across the workforce.

• Improves understanding of applied ergonomics and human-centered workplace design

• Enhances ability to conduct ergonomic risk assessments and implement preventive measures

• Helps reduce workplace injuries and improve employee wellbeing and efficiency

• Strengthens compliance with health, safety, and ergonomic regulations

• Builds a foundation for higher-level study or professional development in occupational health and safety

• Supervisors and team leaders

• Health and safety representatives

• Office administrators and industrial workers

• Ergonomic coordinators and safety assistants

• Individuals seeking to advance from basic to intermediate knowledge in ergonomics

• Assessment Type: Written and practical assessments

• Evaluation Method: Case studies, multiple-choice questions, and ergonomic assessment exercises

• Mode of Assessment: Online or classroom-based with practical demonstrations

• Passing Criteria: Minimum 60% in both theoretical and practical evaluations

• Certification: Level 2 Award in Ergonomics awarded upon completion of all 10 units

To deliver this Qualification, HiQual UK Approved ATPs must demonstrate the capability to deliver, assess, and internally quality assure qualifications in line with recognised regulatory principles and the expectations of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Approved centres must operate effective systems to ensure the validity, reliability, fairness, consistency, and security of assessment.

1. Centre Recognition and Legal Compliance

Centres must be formally recognised by HiQual UK prior to the delivery or assessment of any qualification. To maintain recognition, centres must: Be a legally constituted organisation operating in compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate effective governance, management oversight, and clear lines of accountability. Comply with all HiQual UK policies, procedures, and conditions of centre recognition. Notify HiQual UK promptly of any material changes that may affect delivery, assessment, or internal quality assurance arrangements.

2. Resources, Facilities, and Learning Environment

Centres must ensure that sufficient and appropriate resources are in place to support learning and assessment. This includes: Learning environments appropriate to the mode of delivery, including classrooms and, where applicable, specialist or practical facilities. Access to learning and assessment resources that enable learners to meet qualification outcomes. Secure systems for managing learner data, assessment records, and certification claims. Arrangements that support equality of access and reasonable adjustments for learners where required.

3. Staff Competence and Occupational Expertise

Centres must ensure that all staff involved in delivery, assessment, and internal quality assurance are competent and suitably qualified. Centres must: Appoint tutors with appropriate subject knowledge, teaching competence, and relevant occupational or professional experience. Ensure assessors are trained and competent in applying HiQual UK assessment requirements and standards. Appoint a qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) responsible for monitoring assessment practice and decisions. Maintain records of staff qualifications, experience, training, and continuing professional development (CPD).

4. Assessment Practice and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)

Centres must operate robust internal quality assurance systems to ensure assessment integrity. Centres must: Ensure assessment is valid, fit for purpose, and conducted in line with HiQual UK requirements. Implement effective IQA procedures to monitor assessor performance and confirm the consistency of assessment decisions. Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of learner registration, assessment evidence, and outcomes. Carry out regular internal reviews and standardisation activities to support continuous improvement.

5. Integrity, Risk Management, and Malpractice

Centres must take appropriate measures to protect the integrity of assessment. Centres must: Maintain policies and procedures for the prevention, identification, and management of malpractice and maladministration. Ensure secure handling, storage, and retention of assessment materials and learner evidence. Report any suspected or confirmed malpractice to HiQual UK in accordance with published procedures.

6. Health, Safety, Safeguarding, and Learner Protection

Centres must provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Centres must: Comply with applicable health and safety and safeguarding legislation. Conduct risk assessments for learning activities, particularly where practical or technical work is involved. Maintain procedures to safeguard learner welfare and wellbeing.

7. Learner Information, Support, and Fair Treatment

Centres must ensure learners are informed, supported, and treated fairly. Centres must: Provide clear and accurate information on programme requirements, assessment methods, and certification. Ensure learners receive timely and constructive feedback on assessment outcomes. Operate transparent complaints and appeals procedures aligned with HiQual UK requirements. Manage learner information securely in compliance with data protection legislation.