nebosh igc - syllabus
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NEBOSH
International General Certificate
The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational safety and Health is a globally recognized health and safety qualification from an established independent examination board with over 25 years experience in providing up to date and relevant examinations.
The NEBOSH International General Certificate has been designed for managers, supervisors, worker representatives and others who require a basic knowledge and understanding of health and safety principles and practices.
It provides an appropriate breadth of knowledge for non-specialists in occupational health and safety to enable them to discharge more effectively their organizational duties or functions with respect to workplace health and safety.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Managers, supervisors, worker representatives and others who require a knowledge and understanding of health and safety principles and practices.
The Certificate provides a sound basis for evaluating risks and hazards in any country, in any business.
The NEBOSH International General Certificate is also suitable for those embarking on a career in health and safety, providing a valuablefoundation for further professional study.
PRE-REQUISITES
There are no pre-requisites for this course. However, a good standard of written English will be useful.
COURSE CONTENT
The NEBOSH International General Certificate covers a range of workplace hazards and methods of control.
It includes international standards for safety and health management including International Labor Organization codes of practice.
Local laws and cultural factors may form part of the study program where relevant and appropriate
UNIT IGC 1
Foundation in Health & Safety
Policy
Organizing for Health & Safety
Promoting positive Health & Safety Culture
Risk Assessment
Principles of Control
Monitoring, Review & Audit
Occupational Incident and Accident, Recording and Reporting.
Management of International Health and Safety
UNIT IGC 2
Movement of people & vehicles – Hazards & Control
Manual & Mechanical Handling – Hazards & Control
Work Equipment – Hazards & Control
Electrical Hazards – Hazards & Control
Fire – Hazards & Control
Chemical & Biological Health – Hazards & Control
Physical & Psychological Health – Hazards & Control
Construction Activities – Hazards & Control
Control of International Work Place Hazards
UNIT IGC 3
The completion of a health & safety assessment of a workplace and report to management
International Health & Safety Practical Assessment
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
Candidates are assessed by two written examinations and a practical assessment. The Practical assessment checks your ability to put into practice the knowledge gained during the course.
CERTIFICATION
Successful candidates will receive the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health.
Upon successful completion of the certificate, delegates can apply for a membership with Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and/or International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) as its qualification meets the academic requirements for Technician Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH and Associate membership (AIIRSM) of the IIRSM.
CONTACTGreen World Management Consultants and Training Institute
101, Church Street, First FloorKaraikal - 609602
Pondicherry State - IndiaTel: +91 , 4368 220046
HEAD OFFICEGreen World Group
Health and Safety Consultants and TrainingPO Box 16123
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