L2 spectator safety by Focus awards
Details of qualification
About this qualification
The purpose of this qualification is to confirm occupational competence and provide learners with the knowledge, skills and understanding required to take up roles within the stewarding and spectator safety industry.
The qualification is mapped to the SkillsActive Spectator Safety NOS suite 2019.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for those working in the match day and events stewarding industry. It can be achieved by individuals typically working at sports events, parades, concerts or carnivals where the safety of spectators is paramount.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.
How is this qualification structured?
Learners must achieve the 5 mandatory units.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed with an externally quality assured portfolio of evidence.
How many credits are required to complete it?
24 credits.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
This qualification requires learners to complete a work/industry placement experience throughout the duration of the qualification before certification.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners could progress to the following qualifications:
Level 3 Certificate in Spectator Safety Supervision.
Career opportunities
This qualification would support learners to progress to, or within, employment in a variety of sectors as a Steward.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
This qualification will prepare you for the following job roles:
1: Steward
2: Marshal
Unit breakdown
| Unit Title | Unit Ref | Level | Credit | GLH |
| Mandatory unit | ||||
| Prepare for spectator events | Y/502/9345 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
| Control the entry, exit and movement of people at spectator events | M/502/9352 | 2 | 8 | 12 |
| Monitor spectators and deal with crowd problems | A/502/9354 | 2 | 8 | 12 |
| Support the work of the team and organisation | Y/601/4486 | 2 | 2 | 15 |
| Help to manage conflict | J/501/5134 | 2 | 4 | 20 |
| Deal with accidents and emergencies | D/501/5138 | 2 | 2 | 14 |
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