NEBOSH Oil & Gas Certificate
Introduction
NEBOSH is the leading health and safety awarding body in the UK. Qualifications from NEBOSH are recognised and respected by employers in both public and private sectors. Upon successful completion of the National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health, you will have a broad knowledge in the management of occupational health and safety and the ability to help foster a safer work environment
The NEBOSH NGC course is offered both as distance learning or as E-Learning.
The e-learning course is offered in collaboration with Wise Global Training Ltd. For a demo of the e-learning NEBOSH NGC course please send an email to help@qmt.co.uk.
Who should take this course?
- Supervisors
- Managers
- People looking for a career change into the health and safety field
- Employees with the responsibility of managing health and safety in the workplace
- Individuals looking for a nationally recognised health and safety qualification to boost their CV
Assessment process
The NEBOSH exam process is held four times a year (March, June, September and December).
These standard dates are set by NEBOSH. They comprise of three separate assessments:
- NGC1 - A written exam comprised of 10 short answer questions and 1 essay style question
- NGC2 - A written exam comprised of 10 short answer questions and 1 essay style question
- NCG3 - A practical assessment that is usually carried out at the candidate’s workplace
NEBOSH recently updated their NGC syllabus. Our course follows the new structure. You will benefit from the structure as it is deemed to be more relevant to current attitudes and legislation.
AIMS
The aims of the NEBOSH Certificate are to:
- Provide students with an understanding of health and safety concepts
- Develop an appreciation of the need for health and safety and its control
- Enhance student's awareness and help make the workplace safer
- Improve productivity and reduce costs
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Identify common hazards and risks in the workplace and advise on suitable corrective actions
- Identify sources of guidance and advice on health and safety
- Assist in the preparation and regular review of an organisation's health and safety policy
- Recommend suitable action to minimise risks
- Investigate accidents, prepare reports, make cost effective proposals to prevent recurrence
- Identify the main requirements of legislation and codes of practice
- Maintain records and information to advise management
Distance Learning and E-Learning PACKAGE
The NEBOSH Certificate by distance learning or e-learning, allows students to work in their own space, time and pace. To register on either of the courses, contact help@qmt.co.uk
The distance learning study material includes:
- The NEBOSH Certificate textbook
- NEBOSH Certificate workbook/coursebook
- Tutorial support provided as and when required
The E-Learning study material includes:
- NEBOSH course material online
- Tutorial support provided as and when required
Frequently Asked Questions
Course CONTENTS
The course follows the recently updated NEBOSH Certificate syllabus.
The syllabus is divided into 3 units (NGC1, NGC2, NGC3). Each of the first two units is further divided into a number of elements.
Unit NGC1- Management of Health & Safety
- Foundations in Health and Safety
- Health and safety management Systems - Policy
- Health and safety management Systems - Organising
- Health and safety management Systems - Planning
- Health and safety management Systems - Measuring, audit and review
Unit NGC2 - Controlling Workplace Hazards
- Workplace hazards and risk control
- Transport hazards and risk control
- Musculoskeletal hazards and risk control
- Work equipment hazards and risk control
- Electrical safety
- Fire safety
- Chemical and biological health hazards and risk control
- Physical and psychological health hazards and risk control
Unit NGC3 - Practical
Health and safety practical application
COURSE duration
The duration of study for this course is approximately 80 hours, plus 50 hours private study and background reading. A total of approximately 130 hours.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no academic prerequisites to joining this course. Students would be required to write short reports and sit 2 written exams and one practical exam.
Examination details
The examinations are held nationally four times a year (March, June, September and December). Exam dates
- NGC1 - A written exam comprised of 10 short answer questions and 1 essay style question
- NGC2 - A written exam comprised of 10 short answer questions and 1 essay style question
- NCG3 - A practical assessment that is usually carried out at the candidates workplace
Course dates and cost
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