Duration : 1 Month | Mode : Classroom/Online/e-Learning
The NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) provides a broad understanding of health & safety issues and is an essential qualification for anyone working in or wanting to work in safety & health anywhere in the world.
The NEBOSH IGC is the World’s most popular health and safety qualification Study in a Classroom or In-Company, plus Textbooks available
The NEBOSH Certificate is highly respected by employers worldwide and is an essential first step for those wanting a long and successful career in HSE. The NEBOSH IGC enables you to apply for many different health and safety jobs, such as Health & Safety Officer, Advisor, Superintendent, etc in almost any industry.
Benefits of achieving the NEBOSH International General Certificate:
Meets the academic requirements for Technical Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH)
Boost your career prospects NEBOSH Certificates are highly valued by employers globally
Entitled to Associate Membership of the IIRSM (AIIRSM)
NEBOSH IGC – International General Certificate Content
The NEBOSH International General Certificate is based on international standards and best practice. It is made up of two units that must be successfully completed within five years to achieve the NEBOSH International General Certificate qualification:
Unit IG1: Management of Health and Safety
Why we should manage workplace health and safety?
How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
Managing risk – understanding people and processes
Health and safety monitoring and measuring
Unit IG2: Risk Assessment
Physical and psychological health
Musculoskeletal health
Chemical and biological agents
General workplace issues
Work equipment
Fire
Electricity
Assessment
Unit IG1 is assessed by an Open Book Examination..
- Candidates will be provided with a scenario based questions and 24 hours to complete the exam remotely (preferably your own home)
- Permitted to refer course books, written and online materials during the exam.
Unit IG2 is assessed by a three-hour practical assessment carried out in your workplace (or another suitable workplace)