NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

The NEBOSH General Certificate covers the main legal requirements for safety in the UK, a range of workplace hazards, and methods of control. The NEBOSH National General Certificate also includes a practical workplace assessment, to help delegates apply their learning at work and to add value to their employer.

A safer workplace – Health and safety is important. It protects people from injury and loss of life. People with the NEBOSH National General Certificate know how to help their employer avoid prosecution, litigation, absence costs and loss of reputation.

Assurance – An employer whose staff are NEBOSH qualified is an employer committed to health and safety. The NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety can help employers meet recognised standards, codes of practice and even help win new business

Return on investment – An employee with a NEBOSH National General Certificate has a practical set of skills that brings real value to the modern workplace.

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Understand the legal framework, moral and economic requirements as well as implications for good standards in health & safety within an organisation.
• Develop, promote and communicate an effective health & safety culture in an organisation.
• Identify the key features of a health & safety policy, the preparations and performance review of a health & safety audit.
• Understand the importance of proactive as well as reactive health & safety monitoring measures.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and carry out risk assessments, record findings & review procedures.
• Advise on strategies for controlling hazards, reducing risks and applying safe systems of work.
• Identify fire hazards and consequential risks, advise on measures to minimise fire risks and develop fire procedures.
• Identify ill health effects of physical processes of work and the environment then recommend suitable measures to combat risks.
• Explain the processes and procedures for investigating and reporting accidents at work

This course is designed for managers, supervisors and staff from all types of organisations who need a broad understanding of health and safety issues.

The NEBOSH General Certificate helps you manage risks effectively.

Many people take the NEBOSH National General Certificate as a first step in a career in health and safety. It provides a valuable overview and is a sound basis for further professional study.

The qualification is widely respected and meets the requirements for Technician Membership of IOSH and Associate Membership of IIRSM.

No prior experience or preparation is required to take this qualification.