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NEBOSHNational

Examination

Board in

Occupational

Safety and

Health

NEBOSHWas formed in 1979 as an independent examining board.

Designed for vocationally-related qualifications.

To meet the health, safety, environmental and risk management needs.

Out come of 35,000 candidates annually .

Offered by over 500 course providers.

Exams taken in over 100 countries around the world.

NEBOSHMembership Bodies:

IOSHInstitution of Occupational Safety and Health.

CIWEMChartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management.

NEBOSHWhat kind of people take the NEBOSH International General Certificate?

Managers, supervisors and employees throughout the world take the NEBOSH International General Certificate because it gives them the skills and know-how to fulfil their health and safety responsibilities in any country and in any kind of organization.

The NEBOSH International General Certificate is also suitable for those embarking on a career in health and safety, providing a sound basis for progression on to the NEBOSH International Diploma. No previous health and safety knowledge is required.

NEBOSHExaminations in languages other than English?

Examinations for this qualification are currently offered in

EnglishArabicRussianTurkishPortuguese (European)Spanish French

NEBOSHWhat does the qualification cover?

The NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) covers the principles relating to health and safety, identification and control of workplace hazards and the practical application of this knowledge.

The IGC syllabus takes a risk management approach based on best practice and international standards, such as the International Labour Organization (ILO) codes of practice.

Local laws and cultural factors may form part of the study programed where relevant and appropriate.

The qualification also features a practical workplace assessment.

NEBOSHWhat does the qualification cover? Continued…

The International General Certificate is divided into three units, each of which is assessed separately:

1.Management of international health and safety (IGC1)

2.Control of international workplace hazards (IGC2)

3.International health and safety practical application (IGC3)

NEBOSHHow is it assessed?

Units IGC1 and IGC2 are taught units each assessed by one 2 Hr written examination.

Each written examination consists of 10 ‘short-answer’ questions and 1 ‘long-answer’ question.

All questions are compulsory.

Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH.

NEBOSHHow is it assessed? Cont..

Unit IGC3 is assessed by one two-hour practical examination carried out in the candidate's own workplace.

The assessment must normally be taken within 14 days of a written examination.

The practical examination is internally assessed by the course provider and externally moderated by NEBOSH.

NEBOSHWhen will I receive my result? Contd..

For written examinations, the date by which the candidate should receive a written result notification is stated on the candidate’s examination entry confirmation.

Certificate-level practical assessments must be taken within 14 days of a written examination so the practical result will be included with the result for the written examination.

All results (including those for written assignments) should be received within ten weeks from the date of the examination or submission of assignment.

NEBOSH

Qualifications Awards

Certificate

Diploma

NEBOSHNEBOSH’s Award

NEBOSH’s Award level qualifications provide a basic understanding of health and safety and environmental principles and practice and provide a perfect introduction to other NEBOSH qualifications. NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work Qualification

NEBOSH Environmental Awareness at Work Qualification

NEBOSH Health, Safety and Environment in the Process Industries Qualification

NEBOSHNEBOSH's Certificate

NEBOSH's Certificate-level qualifications give a good foundation in health and safety for managers, supervisors and staff with health and safety among their day to day responsibilities.

These qualifications are widely taken as a first step towards a career in health and safety and are accepted by IOSH – the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health – in meeting the academic requirements for Technical Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH).

NEBOSHNEBOSH's CertificateNEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety

NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management

NEBOSH National Certificate in the Management of Health and Well-being at Work

NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management

NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

NEBOSH International Certificate in Construction Health and Safety

NEBOSH International Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management

NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety

NEBOSHNEBOSH Diploma:

NEBOSH Diplomas are globally recognized qualifications aimed at professional health and safety advisors and environmental practitioners.

Previous experience of health and safety is strongly recommended and entry requirements may be set by course providers.

If you are looking to start your career in health and safety NEBOSH does offer certificate level qualifications that will provide a broad knowledge of health and safety in the workplace.

Completion of a NEBOSH Diploma provides an excellent foundation for further study.

NEBOSHExams:

Exam Hours : 2 Hrs1-20 Marks (30 Mints)10-8 Marks (9X10 =90 Mints)Pass Mark 45%If failed u can finish within 5 years.Describe, State, List, Explain, Define or Outline.

-List means Exactly what it says.-Explain and Describe means give in detail-Outline means give key features only.