QUALIFI LEVEL 6 DIPLOMA IN RISK ASSESSMENT & SAFETY ENGINEERING

About This Qualification

The QUALIFI Level 6 Diploma in Risk Assessment & Safety Engineering (delivered as the Britsafe International Diploma in Risk Management and Safety Engineering, endorsed by Qualifi 106/5910/6) is an advanced, engineering-focused safety qualification for practitioners and technical leaders managing risk in high-hazard industries. It combines occupational safety and health management with applied engineering principles, aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 31000, IEC 61508, and OSHA 1910/1926.

BCSP TSP Pathway — Bypass the ASP Exam

This qualification is officially approved under the Board of Certified Safety Professionals’ (BCSP) Qualified Equivalent Program (QEP). Graduates are eligible to apply for the Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP) designation, which allows them to bypass the Associate Safety Professional (ASP) exam and proceed directly to the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification — one of the most respected safety credentials globally.

Qualification Level & Recognition

• Endorsed by Qualifi, a UK awarding body regulated by Ofqual
• Benchmarked at RQF Level 6
• Internationally recognised and aligned with academic and industry standards

Course Duration

• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 370 hours
• Self-Study Hours: 50 hours
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 420 hours

Course Outline

The qualification is structured into two mandatory units, each assessed through a written examination, followed by a structured professional interview (viva):

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Safety and Risk Management in Occupational Safety and Health

• Module 1: The Critical Role of Health and Safety in Engineering
• Module 2: Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety Management System
• Module 3: Establishing and Implementing OHS Management System for Ongoing Improvement
• Module 4: Efficiency and Effectiveness of Inspection and Audit Processes in OHS Management Systems
• Module 5: Management Review Process for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

Unit 2: Applications of Safety Engineering in Occupational Safety and Health

• Module 1: Foundational Physics and Mathematics in Safety Engineering
• Module 2: General Concepts of Chemistry in Safety Engineering
• Module 3: Mechanical Equipment Inspection Techniques and Their Practical Applications
• Module 4: Mechanical and Powered Equipment Safety in the Workplace
• Module 5: Tools, Equipment, and Structural Designs
• Module 6: Electricity and Its Hazards in Safety Engineering
• Module 7: Fire Prevention and Protection
• Module 8: Nuclear and Radiation Hazards
• Module 9: Biological Health Hazards in the Workplace
• Module 10: Engineering Controls for Mitigating Various Workplace Hazards
• Module 11: Role of Information Technology in Enhancing Occupational Health and Safety in the Workplace

Risk Assessment Methodologies Covered

Learners gain hands-on skills in globally recognised risk assessment techniques including:

• HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study)
• LOPA (Layer of Protection Analysis)
• FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)
• Bowtie Analysis

Eligibility Criteria

This course is open to candidates who meet the following requirement:

• Intermediate or Graduation qualification
• Experience in any professional field

Who Is This Qualification For?

Designed for safety engineers, risk managers, and technical professionals aiming for senior-level HSE management, process safety engineering, or safety consultancy roles. Particularly relevant for professionals in:

• Construction and infrastructure projects
• Oil & gas, chemical processing, and manufacturing
• Energy and utilities sectors
• Marine, aerospace, and defense systems

Class Format

No physical classes are required — the entire course is delivered through our online LMS, allowing you to study at your own pace from anywhere.

Assessment Scheme

• Exam Type: Scenario-based written examination for each unit
• Number of Exams: 2 (Unit 1 + Unit 2)
• Exam Duration: 24 hours for each exam
• Exam Booking: Available every month
• Final Stage: Structured professional interview (viva) upon completion of both units

Registration Process

Register online here.

Required Documents:

• National Identity Card or Passport
• Email Address
• Passport-sized Picture
• Last Degree / DMC
• All HSE Certifications

Course Fee & Duration

• Fee: PKR 150,000
• Duration: 30–40 Days
• Certificate Availability: Soft copy

Why Choose ISC for This Diploma?

• Engineering-centered curriculum covering physical, chemical, biological, electrical, and mechanical hazards
• Direct pathway to BCSP’s CSP certification via the TSP route — skip the ASP exam
• Internationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated RQF Level 6 qualification
• Fully online LMS-based delivery — no physical classes required
• Expert HSE instructors with industry experience