15.3 Business Management
This Level 6 NVQ covers Occupational Health and Safety Practice. Use the qualification number and pathway title above when discussing your application with the training team.
NVQs assess occupational competence against the requirements of the qualification. Your current work, responsibilities and access to suitable evidence help determine whether a pathway is right for you.
Speak to the ACQP about suitability, assessment arrangements and delivery availability for this qualification.
Total Qualification Time is an estimate of the overall time associated with achieving the qualification. It is not a fixed course length or a promise of completion within a particular number of weeks.
Tell the training team about your role and experience. We can discuss qualification suitability, what evidence you can provide, any support required and the total fee before you decide how to proceed.
For NOCN’s full entry requirements, progression information and any funding information, refer to the official qualification page and specification.
Unit groups and references published by NOCN are listed below. Mandatory and optional selection rules vary by qualification and pathway; check the specification for the complete requirements.
| Unit title | Reference | Credits | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control Health and Safety Risks | J/618/6430 | 18 | Level 6 |
| Develop and Implement Effective Communication Systems for Health and Safety Information | L/618/6428 | 8 | Level 6 |
| Develop and Implement Health and Safety Review Systems | Y/618/6433 | 8 | Level 6 |
| Develop and Maintain Individual and Organisational Competence in Health and Safety Matters | R/618/6429 | 10 | Level 6 |
| Develop, Implement and Monitor Behavioural Safety in the Workplace | D/618/6434 | 7 | Level 5 |
| Develop, Implement and Review Proactive Monitoring Systems for Health and Safety | L/618/6431 | 10 | Level 6 |
| Develop, Implement and Review Reactive Monitoring Systems for Health and Safety | R/618/6432 | 15 | Level 6 |
| Promote a Positive Health and Safety Culture | J/618/6427 | 4 | Level 5 |
| Unit title | Reference | Credits | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Develop and Implement Health and Safety Emergency Response Systems and Procedures | A/618/6439 | 12 | Level 6 |
| Develop and Implement Health and Safety Induction Processes | K/618/6436 | 9 | Level 5 |
| Develop and Implement the Health and Safety Policy | T/618/6438 | 14 | Level 6 |
| Influence and Keep Pace with Improvements in Health and Safety Practice | M/618/6437 | 8 | Level 6 |
| Manage Contractors to Ensure Compliance with Health and Safety | H/618/6435 | 9 | Level 5 |
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Complete the form below and the ACQP Training Centre will contact you about this qualification.
You can also email colchester@acqp.co.uk.
Qualification facts and unit references: NOCN. Checked 12 September 2026. Refer to NOCN’s current specification for definitive requirements.
