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Health and Safety for Volunteers - Level 1 - e-learning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
Online Health and Safety for Volunteers - Level 1 Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -

Health and Safety for Volunteers - Level 1

Trusted by over 1 million learners, The Mandatory Training Group delivers accredited courses through ComplyPlus™ LMS, our AI-powered, interactive e-learning platform. Designed for compliance and impact, our training supports CQC, Ofsted, HSE and other regulatory standards.

Price:

£14.99 + VAT

Course reviews:

Level:

1

Duration:

1 hour

Method:

Fully online 24/7 via ComplyPlus™ LMS

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

3 years - CPD-accredited, instant digital certificate on completion

Last updated:

19 May 2026 (V2.6)

Accepted payments:

Course overview

CPD-Accredited | HSE & CQC-Aligned | ComplyPlus™ LMS

This Health and Safety for Volunteers Level 1 online course provides essential knowledge of workplace health and safety principles within volunteer and community settings. It covers key legislation, risk assessment, hazard awareness, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and safe working practices. Learners will develop confidence to identify risks, follow safe systems of work, and contribute to a health and safety culture aligned with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and UK guidance.

Course content

This Health and Safety for Volunteers e-learning course covers:

  • Key legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations and legal duties
  • Roles and duties of organisations and volunteers in maintaining safe working practices
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment processes
  • Managing risks and applying control measures to reduce accidents and harm
  • Safe use of PPE in line with workplace requirements
  • Reporting accidents, incidents and near misses in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Preventing slips, trips and falls in the workplace through safe working practices
  • Safe moving and assisting using Task, Individual, Load, Environment (TILE) principles.

Who is this course for?

This Health and Safety for Volunteers eLearning course is for:

  • Volunteers working in health, social care and community environments
  • Charity and unpaid support workers 
  • Individuals supporting vulnerable people in residential and community settings
  • New volunteers who require essential health and safety awareness training
  • Organisations that are onboarding volunteers for compliance and safety training.

Aims

The aims of this Health and Safety for Volunteers online course are to:

  • Develop understanding of health and safety principles, legislation and responsibilities to support safe, consistent and compliant volunteer practice in care and community environments, ensuring protection of service users, staff and volunteers
  • Increase awareness of hazards, risks, and control measures to reduce accidents, injuries, and unsafe working practices in volunteer roles across service settings, promoting safer behaviours and an improved workplace safety culture.

Learning objectives

This Health and Safety for Volunteers e-learning course will:

  • Explain key health and safety principles and responsibilities in volunteer and community settings
  • Examine relevant legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated regulations in the UK
  • Describe the roles and duties of organisations and volunteers in maintaining safe working environments
  • Explore hazard identification and risk assessment processes
  • Explain risk management and control measures in workplace settings to reduce risks and incidents
  • Describe the correct use of PPE and safe working practices in line with workplace policies and procedures
  • Explain reporting procedures for incidents, accidents and near misses in accordance with policies
  • Describe safe moving and assisting using TILE principles.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Health and Safety for Volunteers eLearning course, you will be able to:

  • Define health and safety, and its importance in volunteer roles and everyday practice
  • Identify key legislation relevant to workplace safety in volunteer and care settings
  • Describe the responsibilities of volunteers and organisations in maintaining safe working environments
  • Recognise hazards and assess associated risks in workplace situations
  • Apply control measures to reduce risks effectively in line with policies and procedures
  • Use PPE appropriately and safely in practice to support personal and workplace safety standards
  • Report incidents, accidents and near misses correctly following organisational procedures
  • Apply TILE principles in safe moving and assisting within volunteer roles and care situations.

Course assessment

  • Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80%
  • Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes
  • Unlimited assessment retakes included
  • Assesses knowledge of health and safety principles, risks, legislation and safe working practices in volunteer settings.

Course certification

  • CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion
  • Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF
  • Provides evidence of health and safety competence for volunteers
  • Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform.

Refresher requirements

  • This course certificate should be refreshed every 3 years 
  • Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy, or risk assessments change.

Course accreditation

  • Externally reviewed and accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service
  • Supports Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) expectations for safe working practices in volunteer settings
  • Informed by the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Management Regulations, HSE guidance and best practice frameworks.

Frequently asked questions

Why is this health and safety online course for volunteers important?
This online course helps volunteers work safely, reduce risks and prevent accidents, protecting both themselves and those they support.
Does this health and safety e-learning course for volunteers meet UK compliance standards?
Yes, this e-learning course aligns with HSE guidance, CQC expectations and UK health and safety legislation.
What does this health and safety eLearning course for volunteers cover?
This eLearning course covers legislation, risk assessment, PPE, reporting incidents and safe working practices.
How do I log on to the eLearning platform?
After purchasing a course, you'll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus? LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date.
I haven't received my login details. What should I do?
Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there.
How do I download my certificate(s)?

Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus? LMS . It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform.

Once available, you can:

  • Download the certificate directly to your device
  • Save a digital copy for your records
  • Print a physical copy if needed.

No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access.

Can I request name changes on certificates?

Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others.

If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification.

Do you give discounts for bulk purchases?

Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here.

Login steps

  1. If you are a New User, check the email you provided for the login instructions
  2. If they are not in your Inbox, please check your Junk/Spam folder
  3. Follow the instructions provided and proceed to the LMS
  4. If you are an Existing User, proceed to your account
  5. If you cannot remember your account password, click here
  6. If you bought 1 license, you can either assign the course to yourself or another person once you log in
  7. If you bought 2 or more licenses of the same course, a group account will be automatically created so you can add and monitor your learners.

Need Help? Contact our support team via Live Chat for quicker assistance or email info@mandatorytraining.co.uk

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