NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety - Online Learning

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety.

Study for the leading health and safety qualification for the construction industry at a time and pace that suits you!

Do you work in construction and have health and safety responsibilities as part of your role?

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate (NCC) is the leading health and safety qualification for the construction industry. It covers the main legal requirements relating to health and safety in UK construction work, including CDM 2015 regulations, identification and control of construction workplace hazards, and the practical application of this knowledge.

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate is aimed at those with construction management responsibilities including Supervisors, Managers and Duty Holders as well as those whose role requires them to provide advice on health and safety in construction work. It is also suitable for those who wish to develop their career further, building upon knowledge and skills gained from the NEBOSH General Certificate.

Why take your NCC distance learning with Astutis

• Success with excellent pass rates consistently from 90-100%.
• Expert tutor support with a background in construction and related industries.
• Confidence that you are well prepared for all exams with revision materials and exam question practice.
• Reassurance with continued support on all aspects of your learning.
• Access to a digital learning resources library.
• Portable learning experience to access anywhere.

Learning Outcomes

The NCC covers the legal requirements under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO), the range of fire protective and preventative measures required and how to undertake fire risk assessments in most, low-risk workplaces.Upon completion delegates you be able to:

• Understand HSE legal requirements, the application of CDM 2015 regulations, civil and criminal legal systems and prosecution process.
• Identify hazards and their associated risks and recommend suitable control measures in the following areas; construction, manual handling, transport, fire, electrical, chemical and biological, excavation, musculoskeletal, equipment and working at a height.
• Successfully carry out a safety inspection of a construction workplace identifying hazards, recommending control measures and preparing a management report.
• Assist in the planning, implementation and regular review of an organisation's Health and Safety policy.
• Understand common health, welfare and work environment requirements in the workplace.
• Undertake risk assessments and recommend suitable action.
• Investigate accidents and prepare reports in line with HSE legislation.

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).

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate is split into three units, each assessed individually.

Unit NGC1: Management of Health and Safety
Unit NCC1: Managing and controlling hazards in construction activities

• Element 1: Construction law and management
• Element 2: Construction site - hazards and risk control
• Element 3: Vehicle and plant movement - hazards and risk control
• Element 4: Musculoskeletal hazards and risk control
• Element 5: Work equipment - hazards and risk control
• Element 6: Electrical safety
• Element 7: Fire safety
• Element 8: Chemical and biological health - hazards and risk control
• Element 9: Physical and psychological health - hazards and risk control
• Element 10: Working at height - hazards and risk control
• Element 11: Excavation work and confined spaces - hazards and risk control
• Element 12: Demolition and deconstruction - hazards and risk control

Unit NCC2: Construction health and safety practical application

The aim of this unit is to assess a delegate’s ability to successfully carry out a safety inspection of a construction workplace and produce a report.

Examinations

Assessment comprises of one half day exam for NCC1 and 2-hour practical based assessment for NCC2.

Payments for courses made within the EU (only) are subject to UK VAT at the current rate.

The course is aimed at those with construction management responsibilities including Supervisors, Managers and Duty Holders as well as those whose role requires them to provide advice on health and safety in construction work. It is also suitable for those who wish to develop their career further, building upon knowledge and skills gained from the NEBOSH General Certificate.

You must have completed Unit NGC1: Management of Health and Safety within 5 years to receive the full qualification.

Further Study:

NEBOSH Fire Certificate, NEBOSH National Diploma, IEMA Foundation/Associate Certificate.

Ideal for:

People working in construction, civil engineering, utilities, property management, broadcasting and sectors which feature temporary workplaces.