NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

One of the most widely respected health and safety qualifications in the world, the NEBOSH National General Certificate is  designed for those responsible for health and safety in the workplace. It will provide successful learners with a sound understanding of the principles of health and safety and give them the confidence to carry out risk assessments, manage and minimise workplace risks and support and develop their company’s health and safety culture.

Course content

• Why we should manage health and safety

• How health and safety managements systems work and what they look like

• Managing risks – understanding people and processes

• Health and safety monitoring and measuring

• Physical and psychological health

• Musculoskeletal health

• Chemical and biological agents

• General workplace issues

• Work equipment

• Fire

• Electricity

The course is usually delivered over 10 days. Students are required to complete home study to assist with the learning process. Delegates are assessed by means of one open book exam (on a date set by NEBOSH) and completion of a comprehensive risk assessment. The new open book exam format means learners can complete the assessment in their own home or workplace.