Health & Safety in Facilities Course

Ensure safety and compliance with our Health & Safety in Facilities Course, a comprehensive and free facilities management online course designed for professionals and beginners alike. This facility maintenance training course provides essential knowledge and practical skills to help maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment. Whether you're already involved in facilities management or looking to begin a career in this field, the course offers valuable insights into health and safety best practices across a wide range of facilities.

Our free facility management training covers key topics including risk assessment, emergency preparedness, workplace safety procedures, and regulatory compliance within facilities. You’ll learn how to identify potential hazards, implement effective safety measures, and support ongoing compliance with health and safety requirements. By enrolling in the Health & Safety in Facilities Course, you'll strengthen your understanding of industry standards while developing the confidence to contribute to safer, more efficient, and well-managed facilities.

Expand your professional knowledge by exploring our complete range of OHSC Courses, including career-focused facilities management learning that covers maintenance, operations, compliance, and workplace safety. If you're new to the profession, our introductory facilities management training provides an ideal starting point, while our collection of online training with certificates offers flexible opportunities to develop valuable workplace skills.

Continue your learning journey with our wider OHSC Courses, featuring advanced facilities management education designed to support career development across the built environment sector. You can also explore our free facilities management learning alongside our free online learning opportunities, giving you the flexibility to gain practical knowledge and recognised skills at your own pace.

By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of health and safety in facilities management.
Develop skills to perform safety audits and risk assessments.
Gain insights into emergency planning and safety protocol implementation.
Master the principles of facility maintenance training with a focus on safety.
Learn to apply safety regulations within various facility management contexts.

Free Study and Optional Certification

You can enrol on our Health & Safety in Facilities Course, access all online learning materials and complete the course without paying a course fee. Certification is separate from free study and is available only after successful course completion.

If you would like a certificate, you can choose:

QLS-endorsed Certificate of Achievement
CPD-accredited certificate issued by the CPD Standards Office as a record of continuing professional development.

You may order either certificate individually or purchase both for the same completed course. Choosing one does not require you to purchase the other.

Each certificate option has its own price. The total payable varies according to the certificates selected, course level, format and delivery option. You can view the latest certificate options and prices before ordering.

Certification is entirely optional and is not required to access or complete the course.

Course Content

Topics Covered in the Course

This Free Health & Safety in Facilities Course covers the following modules:

Module 1: Workplace Safety and Risk Assessment

This module introduces key workplace safety principles, focusing on hazard identification, risk evaluation and preventative measures. You will learn how to assess risks effectively and create safer working environments.

Module 2: Emergency Preparedness and Fire Safety

You will explore essential emergency planning, fire prevention techniques and response procedures. This module shows how proper preparedness reduces harm, ensures quick action and strengthens workplace safety protocols.

Module 3: Health, Hygiene, and Environmental Safety

This module covers practices that promote employee well-being, maintain hygiene standards and protect the environment. You will learn how safety policies, cleanliness and environmental awareness contribute to a healthier workplace.

How It Works

Build your knowledge through clear and accessible online learning.

Complete the assignments and achieve the required marks.

Choose an optional certificate after completing the course.

Why Choose a Certificate?

An optional certificate provides a clear record of successful course completion. Add it to your learning portfolio and share it where relevant.

Completing the course and its assessments shows your commitment to developing subject knowledge through focused, independent learning.

Use your new knowledge to support further study, workplace development or personal goals. A certificate records completion but does not guarantee employment or professional status.