People with either general or specific
responsibilities for health and safety at work are increasingly
turning to competency-based training to help them implement
the obligations that health and safety legislation places
upon them. NEBOSH has developed this examination-based
qualification in recognition of this training requirement.
Suitable for
Anyone who wishes to acquire a formal
qualification and extend their knowledge and skill in
applying successful health and safety practice. This
certificate is particularly useful to anyone who wants
to begin a career in occupational health and safety.
Course objectives
By the end of the training, delegates
will be able to:
Identify
the common hazards and unsafe practices likely to
be found in the workplace, and know the appropriate
remedial actions to be taken.
Monitor
and audit management policies and procedures.
Interpret
health and safety legislation and guidance.
Assist
in the preparation and review of safety policies.
Use proactive
and reactive strategies to prevent or reduce workplace
accidents and ill-health.
Organise
the work of a safety committee and manage safety
representatives.
Undertake
appropriate inspections and monitoring techniques.
Duration
Ten days tuition on a block-release
basis ( 2 x 5 days), followed by two days for the examinations,
practical test and management report. Homework will
be issued to delegates during the course.
Exam Format
Two examination papers and a practical
assessment which includes a written report each taking
two hours.
Course content
Organising
for health and safety culture, including policy.
