Protective Services Apprenticeships
Train with High Ridge Training for a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Safety, Health & Environment, ensuring workplace safety and environmental compliance.
Safety, Health and Environment Technician
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard (ST0550, v1.3)
Role Profile
Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Technicians work with organisations to ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations. They help manage risks, reduce accidents, and promote sustainable practices in the workplace. Their role involves monitoring, reporting, and advising colleagues to create safer and healthier working environments while ensuring environmental standards are maintained.
Typical Duration
24 months (plus end-point assessment period).
Course Content
Apprentices develop knowledge, skills, and behaviours in:
- Health and safety law & regulation: understanding UK legislation, codes of practice, and organisational policies.
- Risk assessment & control: identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing controls.
- Incident management: investigating accidents, near misses, and incidents; supporting corrective actions.
- Environmental management: monitoring waste, energy, emissions, and sustainability initiatives.
- Compliance & audits: supporting internal and external audits, inspections, and reporting processes.
- Communication & culture: promoting safe working practices, delivering toolbox talks, and engaging with colleagues to embed a positive safety culture.
End Point Assessment (EPA)
Knowledge Test (multiple-choice).
Observation with Questioning (workplace-based).
Professional Discussion (underpinned by a portfolio of evidence).
All elements must be passed to achieve the apprenticeship.
Typical Job Roles
SHE Technician
Health and Safety Officer
Health, Safety and Environment Advisor
Safety Technician
Additional Information and Requirements
Apprentices must achieve English and maths at Level 2 (if not already held) before reaching EPA.
Employers may set their own entry requirements.
Funding Information
Funding Band: £5000
Non-levy Employer Contribution: £250 (5%)
Additional funding support may be available depending on apprentice age and employer size.
Progression Routes
Apprentices can progress to:
Higher-level safety and environmental roles (e.g., SHE Manager)
Further professional study such as NEBOSH Diploma
Professional recognition with bodies such as IOSH (TechIOSH) or IEMA at Associate level