NEBOSH General Certificate

Course Overview

The NEBOSH National General Certificate is the most widely held health and safety qualification in the UK.

Many people take the qualification 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.

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

Our March 2009 Results...

Safetyboss achieved a 100% pass rate for the NEBOSH General Certificate in the latest March 2009 examinations, with 75% of our students gaining Distinctions and 25% gaining Credits.

• The average pass rate for March 2009 was 70%...
  Safetyboss achieved 100%.
• An average of 2% of candidates achieve Distinctions...
  At Safetyboss, 75% achieved Distinctions.
• An average of 10% of candidates achieve Credits...
  At Safetyboss, the rate was 25%.

Benefits of Attending

• Can be used as a fundamental part of the candidates development programme;
• Upon completion, the candidate will have a sound understanding of the principles of risk management which will enable them to help build an effective safety culture within their employment;
• For smaller organisations, operating in lower risk environments the NEBOSH General Certificate is often chosen as the appropriate qualification for the manager;
• The qualification is accepted by The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) for associate membership.

Course Duration and Structure

12 days including revision and practical examination. The course is run on a day release basis (i.e. one day per week). Exams are in March, June, September and December.

The NEBOSH General Certificate covers the main legal requirements for health and safety in the UK, identification and control of workplace hazards, and the practical application of this knowledge. It is divided into three units each of which is assessed separately:-

• NGC1: Management of Health and Safety;
• NGC2: Controlling Workplace Hazards;
• NGC3: Health and Safety Practical Application.

Examinations for both NGC1 and NGC2 are two hour written exams completed on the same day. NGC3 is a practical assessment which consists of carrying out a safety inspection and preparing a brief management report.

Entry Requirements

No previous health and safety knowledge is required but delegates should note the assessment includes a requirement to write a short report.

Price and Location

The NEBOSH General Certificate is £1400.

Our price includes course notes, books and all meals and refreshments during the day.

Discounts are available for multiple bookings. All prices are exclusive of VAT.

The NEBOSH General Certificate takes place at our purpose-built training facility in Woodbridge, Suffolk. We can also conduct courses at your premises - please contact us for details.

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