Description
Andover – SP11-9FA
6 days if you have have completed NGC 1 (Must be within the last five years) or 12 days if you have not.
2 half day exams for NGC1 & GC1 plus a practical for GC2
Andover – SP11-9FA
6 days if you have have completed NGC 1 (Must be within the last five years) or 12 days if you have not.
2 half day exams for NGC1 & GC1 plus a practical for GC2
Course information
The National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is the most widely held health and safety qualification of its kind in the UK with over 170,000 people having gained the qualification since it was launched in 1989.
It is suitable for managers, supervisors and staff from all types of organisations making dayto-day decisions at work who need a broad understanding of health and safety issues and to be able to manage risks effectively.
Many people take the NEBOSH National General Certificate as a first step in a career in health and safety. It provides a valuable overview, and is a sound basis for further professional study.
What is covered
The NEBOSH General Certificate course syllabus is made up of the following units, incorporating the Plan, Do, Check, Act management system:
NGC 1 – Management of Health and Safety
- Foundations in health and safety
- Health and safety management systems – PLAN
- Health and safety management systems – organising – DO (1)
- Health and safety management systems – risk assessment and controls – DO (2)
- Health and safety management systems – monitoring, investigation & recording – CHECK
- Health and safety management systems – audit and review – ACT
GC 2 – Controlling workplace hazards
- Workplace hazards
- Transport hazards
- Musculoskeletal hazards
- Work equipment hazards
- Electrical hazards
- Fire hazards
- Chemical & biological hazards
- Physical & psychological health hazards
GC 3 – Health and Safety Practical Application
Unit GC3 is assessed by one practical assessment carried out in the candidate’s own workplace
This is held on a date set by the accredited course provider and must normally be taken within 10 working days of a written examination
The practical examination is internally assessed by the accredited course provider and externally moderated by NEBOSH
Guidance for candidates is available on the NEBOSH website here.
How is the NEBOSH National Certificate assessed
There are 2 half day exams for the NGC1 and GC 2; GC3 is assessed with a 2-hour practical application which is a safety inspection of the delegates workplace.
Why take the NEBOSH General Certificate
For some, the NEBOSH National General Certificate is a first step towards a career as a health and safety professional. For others, it forms part of an important set of qualifications that will bring them success and advancement in whatever field they choose.
Is the NEBOSH Certificate for me
Managers, supervisors and staff from all types of organisations who need a broad understanding of health and safety issues. The certificate helps them manage risks effectively. Many people take the NEBOSH National General Certificate as a first step in a career in health and safety. It provides a valuable overview, and is a sound basis for further professional study.
The standard of English required by candidates studying the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety must be such that they can both understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.
Further qualification recognition
This qualification meets academic requirements for Technical Membership (TechIOSH) of IOSH and Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).
Benefits of taking the NEBOSH National General Certificate
The many benefits of taking your NEBOSH Certificate with Southwest Health and Safety include:
- Achievement – Southwest have excellent pass rates consistently from 95-100%
- Expert tutor support – Our tutors will be on hand to support you all the way through the course
- Interactive training – with discussions, case studies and application to workplace case studies
- Confidence – Ensuring that you are well prepared for all exams with revision materials and exam question practice
For the Business
A safer workplace – Health and safety is important. It protects people from injury and loss of life. People with a NEBOSH General Certificate know how to help their employer avoid prosecution, litigation, absence costs and loss of reputation, wherever they operate.
Assurance – Employers whose staff are NEBOSH qualified is an employer committed to health and safety. The NEBOSH General Certificate provides an assurance of safety – something that can help employers achieve recognised standards and can even win new business.
Return on investment – An employee with a NEBOSH General Certificate has a practical set of skills that brings real value to the modern global workplace.
For the Individual
Knowledge – Whether health and safety is your main responsibility, or just a part of what you do, the NEBOSH National General Certificate will give you vital knowledge to help you perform better in your role at work.
Enjoyment – You’ll enjoy taking the NEBOSH National General Certificate. You’ll discover skills and techniques that are useful and practical, not just theoretical.
Recognition – Holders of the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety are entitled to Associate Membership (AIOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). The qualification also meets the academic requirements for Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH and Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).
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