Develop the knowledge and skills required to assess and manage the risks relating to the safety and security of people in crowded spaces.
In this comprehensive training, learners will gain an understanding of the complex behavioural factors of individuals and crowds to underpin their knowledge.
To achieve the Level 6 Diploma in Risk Management for Crowded Places, there are three-modules to complete, consisting of two classroom-based certified training courses plus an independent research project.
Module 1: Level 6 Certificate in Applied Crowd Dynamics and Risk Management
Learn how to assess venues regarding health and safety and of how to prepare risk assessments and emergency plans
Duration: 5 days of delivered teaching, assessed by assignment
Also available as a standalone qualification
Module 2: Level 6 Certificate in Crisis Management and Crisis Communication
Learn how to prepare for effective management of a crisis and the principles of successful communication
Duration: 5 days of delivered teaching, assessed by assignment
Also available as a standalone qualification
Module 3: Level 6 Diploma in Risk Management for Crowded Places
Understand strategic frameworks and specific arrangements available, including a research project on real life safety and/or security issues
Duration: 1 day delivery, with monthly 1:1 meetings. Unit is assessed by assignment in the form of a research project
Requires learners to have first passed Modules 1 and 2
Learning outcomes
Successful completion of this Diploma will demonstrate the individual’s capability to:
- Understand the features and management of a venue and assess the implications for safety and security
- Assess the requirements for crowd safety and management at venues
- Apply the principles and procedures that underpin risk assessment
- Produce an emergency plan for a venue and understand the actions required to ensure safety
- Analyse the ways in which organisations approach and manage risk
- Prepare for a crisis, and test effectiveness of potential approaches
- Evaluate the factors that underpin effective crisis communications
- Produce a crisis communication plan to meet organisational requirements
- Understand the legislation and infrastructure relevant to safety in crowded places
The final project involves:
- Developing a research proposal to analyse an aspect of safety in crowded spaces
- Completing the research using appropriate methods to collect and analyse data
- Presenting research findings and recommendations
This new specialist Level 6 Diploma qualification is accredited by ATHE and regulated by Ofqual.
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