NEBOSH National General Certificate (2018 Spec) - E-Learning

NEBOSH General Certificate | E-Learning

NEBOSH National General Certificate (2018 Spec) | E-Learning 

The NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety provides delegates with an excellent grounding in health and safety legislation, hazard recognition, practical risk control, and good risk management practices. A high number of people take the NEBOSH National General Certificate each year whether it’s as the first step for a career in health and safety or just looking to build knowledge in health and safety for their workplace or business.

It is the most recognised and trusted health and safety qualification within the United Kingdom and further afield.

Please note the NGC Exam needs to be booked and paid for separately 

The qualification is divided into two units:

• Unit NG 1 – Management of Health and Safety
• Unit NG 2 – Risk Assessment

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Why choose the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course?

Our e-learning is designed with the user in mind:

• Flexible – One of the best things about learning online is the ability to pick up and drop your learning to suit your needs, with our easy to use online platform you can simply click resume and you’re right where you left off. Our E-learning can be accessed 24/7 from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
• Informative – Our E-Learning is split into 11 separate modules, created by tutors who have been delivering NEBOSH classroom courses for over 28 years.
• Cost-effective – All of the NEBOSH General Certificate course content without the added cost of a classroom.

What’s included with our NEBOSH General Certificate Online course 

• Course materials created by a Bronze Standard NEBOSH course provider.
• 11 Elements of content providing up-to-date coverage of the NEBOSH syllabus.
• Unlimited access to the course materials.
• Email-based tutor support to answer your questions.
• Mock assessments when you’re ready to take your exam(s).

Download the course fact sheet here.

Who is the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course for?

This qualification offers a good foundation in health and safety for managers, supervisors, and staff where health and safety are part of their day to day responsibilities.

No previous health and safety knowledge or experience is required to register for this course.

What will delegates get from the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course?

The NEBOSH General Certificate Online Course will look at everyday solutions for general workplace health and safety issues. When you pass this qualification, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to be able to conduct the following:

• Advise on duties under main pieces of UK health and safety legislation
• Support and develop your organisation’s health and safety culture
• Justify the need for health and safety improvements
• Work within a health and safety management system
• Identify common hazards
• Spot the key risks in your organisation
• Professionally carry out risk assessments
• Develop a detailed action plan and know how to action it
• Manage workplace risks

Benefits of holding the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course include:

• Help to boost your career prospects; NEBOSH Certificates are valued by employers globally.
• Associate Membership of IOSH (AIOSH) and meets the academic requirements for Technical Membership (TechIOSH)
• Become an Associate Member of the IIRSM (AIIRSM)
• Entitled to Technician Membership of the Institute of Fire Prevention Officers (TIFPO)

What benefits will employers get from the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course?

When your employees achieve the NEBOSH General Certificate, they will be a huge asset to you. They will make a real difference in the workplace with the knowledge gained from the NEBOSH course.

• They will have the knowledge, understanding, and skills to help implement the health and safety policy and procedures to help protect the workforce.
• They will also be able to help make sure your business complies with the law and maintain good health and safety practices and preventing huge costs from incidents and ill-health.

To see the full list of benefits of health and safety training to businesses, see our blog post What are the benefits of health and safety training to businesses?

Why choose Southwest Health and Safety?

• High quality training
• We have above national average pass rates on all our courses including NEBOSH and IOSH.
• We are competitively priced.
• We offer interest free payment plans of 3, 6 and 9 months on all courses. Call us to enquire on +44 (0)1264 502029.
• We are an ELCAS approved training provider and members of the Armed Forces are eligible to use their Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) on our NEBOSH courses.

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NEBOSH General Certificate course content

The NEBOSH General Certificate is divided into two units NG1 and NG2 which are assessed separately:

Unit NG1 – This unit is broken down into four elements made up of the following:

• Element 1: Why we should manage workplace health and safety
• Element 2: How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
• Element 3: Managing risk – understanding people and processes
• Element 4: Health and safety monitoring and measuring performance

Unit NG2 – This unit is broken down into seven elements made up of the following:

• Element 5: Physical and psychological health
• Element 6: Musculoskeletal health
• Element 7: Chemical and biological agents
• Element 8: General workplace issues
• Element 9: Work equipment
• Element 10: Fire
• Element 11: Electricity

Download the course syllabus here.

How is the NEBOSH General Certificate e-learning course assessed?

Please note the NGC Exam needs to be booked and paid for separately 

To achieve the qualification, candidates must pass an Open Book Assessment (NG1) and the practical assessment (NG2) carried out in the candidate’s own workplace.

• Unit NG 1 is assessed by way of an Open Book Examination.

Further information about open book exams as well as frequently asked questions, is available in the NEBOSH Learner Guide – OBE.

• Unit NG 2 is assessed by completing a Risk Assessment at your place of work within a ten-days of the Examination date.

Candidates need to have completed both parts of the qualification within five years of registration to gain the full qualification.

How long does it take to complete the NEBOSH General Certificate e-learning course?

When studying the NEBOSH General Certificate Online with us, we give you 12 Months Access and full tutor support.

The OBE will take around 4 hours to complete but you will have access to the portal for 24 hours to enable you to complete the NEBOSH Open Book Examination.

What learning methods are available other than online for the NEBOSH General Certificate?

Other than Online, the NEBOSH General course is available in the following learning methods:

• NEBOSH General Certificate – Distance Learning (Workbook, Tutor support Only)
• NEBOSH General Certificate – Classroom
• NEBOSH General Certificate – In-House Training

Please call us on 01264 874466 to discuss theses course options further.

How much does the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course cost?

£450 Total

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What funding is available for the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course?

ELCAS Course Funding

Members of the Armed Forces are able to use their Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) to fund up to 80% of the course cost up to £2000.

To find out more about elcas funded courses – go to our Armed Forces Section of the website.

What entry requirements are there for the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course?

There are no entry requirements for this NEBOSH qualification, however, it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.

NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.

How to start your NEBOSH General Certificate e-learning course

Please click on the button below to enroll on the NEBOSH General Certificate Online course or contact the office either by calling 01264 502029 or email info@southwesthealthandsafety.com.

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Emergency First Aid at Work | Classroom

The Emergency First Aid at Work course aims to teach participants the basic aspects of dealing with emergencies, with an emphasis on those occurring in the workplace. Handling ‘Life-Threatening’ situations are covered, as well as recognising and responding to some of the more common ailments that may be encountered in the workplace, giving essential lifesaving skills to deal with an incident until professional help arrives.

To demonstrate the essential basic life support skills, we encourage participants to take an active role in the practical acquisition of these skills. We believe this approach helps participants build their confidence, gain practical experience, and further their knowledge to be able to deal with an incident.

The course consists of one unit:

Unit 1: Emergency First Aid in the Workplace

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First Aid at Work | Classroom

• Emergency First Aid in the Workplace
• Recognition and Management of Illness and Injury in the Workplace

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Benefits of holding the First Aid at Work and having trained first aiders in the workplace include:

• Enhanced career progression
• You will gain confidence
• You will be able to save a life with the skills gained

What benefits will employers get from the First Aid at Work Course?

When your employees achieve this First Aid qualification, they will make a real difference in the workplace with the knowledge gained from completing the course.

• Having trained first aiders can save lives
• Reduce the number of workplace accidents within the workplace
• Enhance the work environment
• Your business will be a safer place to work
• First aid kits are used properly and maintained
• It can keep employees safe outside of the workplace
• It’s a great team-building exercise.

Why choose Southwest Health and Safety?

• High quality training
• We have above national average pass rates on all our courses including NEBOSH and IOSH.
• We are competitively priced.
• We offer interest free payment plans of 3, 6 and 9 months on all courses. Call us to enquire on +44 (0)1264 874 466.
• We are an ELCAS approved training provider and members of the Armed Forces are eligible to use thier Standard Learning Credits (SLC) on our First Aid courses.

First Aid at Work course syllabus

The Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work course is a two-unit, three-day course that will enable successful candidates to act as a first aider in their workplace in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) regulations 1981.

Day 1:

• Role of first aiders
• Legal framework
• First aid boxes and their contents
• Casualty assessment
• Incident assessment
• Care of unconscious casualties (Recovery Position)
• Epilepsy
• Shock
• Cardiac arrest and CPR
• Use of an AED*
• Choking
• Burns
• Minor wound treatment
• Major wound treatment
• Bandage techniques

Day 2:

• Breathing and respiration
• Asthma
• Angina
• Chest wounds
• Crush injuries
• Eye injuries
• Fracture management
• Spinal injury management

Day 3:

• Poisoning
• Stroke
• Diabetes
• Head injuries

How is the First Aid at Work course assessed?

1. Complete and pass a multi-choice test paper
2. Practical assessments are carried out during the course.

Candidates must demonstrate competence in the following:

• Recovery position
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation with external bleeding and shock
• Choking
• Management of fractures
• Secondary survey

Certification

On passing the assessments and the multiple-choice papers each candidate will be issued a Level 3 First Aid at Work Accredited Certificate. The certificate is valid for 3 years.

How long does it take to complete the First Aid at Work course?

3 days in the classroom.

How much does the course cost?

£252 for the classroom course.

• This cost includes the tuition, examination and certification of the course.

What funding is available?

SLC Funding

Members of the Armed Forces are able to use their Standard Learning Credits (SLC) to fund up to 80% of the course cost up to £175.

To find out more about funded courses, go to our Armed Forces Section of the website.

How do I book the course?

Please click on the button below to book and enroll on the course, or, contact the office either by calling 01264 874466 or emailing info@southwesthealthandsafety.com.

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IOSH Managing Safely® | Classroom

IOSH Managing Safely® | Classroom

The IOSH Managing Safely® course is a practical programme, delivered by experienced tutors, integrating a sharp business focus into the ethos of safety. The hands-on, jargon-free format engages and inspires, and has helped a huge range of businesses to raise their standards of safety and health. Delegates will be given an insight into health and safety practices, learning about their legal responsibilities to themselves, their employer, and others, according to current legislation.

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Who is the Managing Safely IOSH course for?

This IOSH qualification offers a good foundation in health and safety for managers, supervisors, and staff where health and safety are part of their day to day responsibilities. No previous health and safety knowledge or experience is required to register for this course.

What will delegates get from the IOSH Managing Safely® course?

What they need to know – and are perhaps reluctant to learn about – in a refreshingly informal way. The knowledge and tools to tackle the health and safety issues they’re responsible for. Importantly, it brings home just why health and safety is such an essential part of their job.

• Enables you to assess and control risks and hazards
• Provides a full understanding of your responsibilities for safety and health
• Enables you to investigate incidents
• Empowers you to measure your own performance against good practice

Benefits of holding the IOSH course include:

• You will be able to study for a career in health and safety. It’s particularly useful for workers seeking further accreditation from a higher level qualification, for example, the NEBOSH National General Certificate.

What benefits will employers get from the IOSH Managing Safely® course?

• The course provides the skills and knowledge to Manage Safely
• Reduction in accidents and safety incidents
• Improved workforce satisfaction through increased safety awareness throughout the organisation
• Enhanced reputation with customers and suppliers
• Reduction in costs arising from avoidable insurance claims and legal fees

Why choose Southwest Health and Safety?

• High quality training
• We have above national average pass rates on all our courses including NEBOSH and IOSH.
• We are competitively priced.
• We offer interest free payment plans of 3, 6 and 9 months on all courses. Call us to enquire on +44 (0)1264 874 466.
• Members of the Armed Forces can use their Standard Learning Credits (SLC) on all IOSH courses.

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IOSH Managing Safely® course content

The qualification has a total of 7 modules:

1. Introducing Managing Safely
2. Assessing Risk
3. Controlling Risks
4. Understanding Responsibilities
5. Understanding Hazards
6. Investigating Incidents
7. Measuring Performance

See the full IOSH Certificate fact sheet.

How is the IOSH Managing Safely course assessed?

Learners will be assessed in two ways:

• The first part of the assessment is a 45 minute paper assessment, which consists of 30 questions in a variety of formats. In order to pass you must achieve at a pass mark of 36 out of 60, you will have two attempts.
• The second part of the assessment requires the learner to complete a workplace risk assessment using the standard IOSH form. The project will be marked using IOSH criteria by our IOSH assessor the pass mark is 23 out of a possible 36.

Candidates need to have completed both parts of the qualification to gain the full qualification.

How long does it take to complete the IOSH Managing Safely® course?

3 Days for the classroom course.

How much does the Managing Safely® course cost?

£252

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What funding is available for the course?

SLC Funding

Members of the Armed Forces are able to use their Standard Learning Credits (SLC) to fund up to 80% of the course cost up to £175.

To find out more about funded courses, go to our Armed Forces Section of the website.

How do I book the IOSH Managing Safely® course?

Please click on the button below to book and enrol or contact the office either by calling 01264 874466 or emailing info@southwesthealthandsafety.com.

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NEBOSH Environmental Certificate | Classroom

NEBOSH Environmental Course | Classroom

The NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management focuses on assessing environmental management systems. The syllabus includes UK, EU, and international references. The qualification is designed to benefit organisations by increasing resource efficiency, understanding company impacts on the environment, and improving understanding of the legislation to avoid potentially costly fines and penalties. This course can assist organisations in the development of recognised environmental management systems, which can improve competitiveness in a tendering process.

The NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management is divided into two units:

• Unit EC 1 – Management and Control of Environmental Hazards
• Unit EC 2 – Environmental Practical Application

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Who is the course for? 

The NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management is designed for managers, supervisors, and employees who have responsibility for managing environmental issues as part of their work in the UK and/or internationally, focusing on assessing environmental management systems.

What will delegates get from the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course?

• Knowledge – Environmental management, legislation, and standards can seem daunting. This qualification will give you the kind of specialist knowledge you can apply straight away, wherever you work.
• Relevance – You’ll enjoy taking the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management. You’ll discover skills and techniques that are useful and practical, and your confidence will grow.
• Career development – Gaining specialist knowledge of environmental management will give you an extra set of skills that could help bring success and advancement to your career.

Benefits of holding the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course include:

• The NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management is accepted by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) as meeting the requirements for Technician Membership (TechCIWEM).

Download the course fact sheet here.

What benefits will employers get from the course?

When your employees achieve the NEBOSH Environmental Course, they will be a huge asset to you. They will make a real difference in the workplace with the knowledge gained from the NEBOSH Environmental course.

• They will have the knowledge, understanding, and skills to help implement the Environmental policy and procedures to help protect the workforce.
• They will also be able to help make sure your business complies with the law and maintain good health and safety practices and preventing huge costs from incidents and ill-health.

Why choose Southwest Health and Safety?

• High quality training
• We have above national average pass rates on all our courses including NEBOSH and IOSH.
• We are competitively priced.
• We offer interest free payment plans of 3 or 4 months on all courses. Call us to enquire on +44 (0)1264 502029.
• We are an ELCAS approved training provider and members of the Armed Forces are eligible to use their Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) on our NEBOSH courses.

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NEBOSH Environmental Certificate Syllabus

The qualification is divided into two units, each of which is assessed separately:

Unit EC1 – Management and Control of Environmental Hazards

• Element 1: Foundations in Environmental Management
• Element 2: Environmental Management Systems
• Element 3: Environmental Impact Assessments
• Element 4: Control of Emissions to Air
• Element 5: Control of Contamination of Water Sources
• Element 6: Control of Waste and Land Use
• Element 7: Sources and Use of Energy and Energy Efficiency
• Element 8: Control of Environmental Noise
• Element 9: Planning for and Dealing with Environmental Emergencies

Unit EC2 – Environmental Practical Application

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How is the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course assessed?

• Unit EC1 is a taught unit assessed by a two-hour written examination on the last day of the course. The examination consists of ten ‘short-answer’ questions which are 8 marks each and one ‘long-answer’ question which offers 20 marks. All questions are compulsory. Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH.
• Unit EC2 is assessed by an environmental review carried out in the delegate’s workplace.

The written practical has to be submitted to Southwest Health and Safety Training within 10 working days after of the EC1 exam. The assignment is then internally assessed and externally moderated by NEBOSH.

It is the delegate’s responsibility to submit their written assessment within the timescale. Any assessments not returned by the deadline will result in the delegate failing this section of the course.

Candidates need to have completed both parts of the qualification within five years of registration to gain the full qualification.

How long does it take to complete the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course? 

5 Days classroom based training

How much does the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate cost? 

£930 for the classroom course.

What funding is available?

ELCAS Course Funding

Members of the Armed Forces are able to use their Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) to fund up to 80% of the course cost up to £2000.

To find out more about elcas funded courses, go to our Armed Forces Section of the website.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no entry requirements for this NEBOSH qualification, however, it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.

NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.

How do I book the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate classroom course?

Please click on the button below to book and enroll on the course or contact the office either by calling 01264 874466 or emailing info@southwesthealthandsafety.com.

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