NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) is a UK-based independent examination board that provides a range of courses and qualifications in health and safety. NEBOSH courses are designed for professionals who are involved in health and safety management, including health and safety managers, occupational health and safety advisors, health and safety officers, and health and safety consultants.
NEBOSH Training Courses
HCS Safety offers Certificate Level courses and the National Diploma. We have excellent pass rates and pride ourselves on providing the most interactive face to face learning techniques. We firmly believe that face-to face delivery is the best delivery method for these vital and challenging qualifications.
NEBOSH General Certificate
The NEBOSH General Certificate provides a broad understanding of health and safety principles and practices, and is aimed at those with health and safety responsibilities in the workplace.
Subjects include:
- The legal framework for Health & Safety duties in the UK
- The Management of Health & Safety
- Controlling Workplace Hazards
- The practical application of Health and Safety best practice.
NEBOSH Health & Safety Management for Construction
NEBOSH Health & Safety Management for Construction is aimed at Supervisors and Managers within the construction industry, who are required to ensure that activities under their control are carried out safely. It is the first step in a health and safety career and essential for those who wish to manage their company’s health and safety within minimal assistance.
Areas covered include:
- Legal requirements and regulations
- Construction Hazards and Risks
- Site inspections, auditing and reporting
- Accident investigation and reporting
- Health and safety management systems
- Health and safety culture including employee involvement and training
- Construction specific hazards and controls
- Occupational health and safety management
NEBOSH National Diploma
The syllabus comprises three core units each containing the following elements:
UNIT ND1 – WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRINCIPLES
Assignment – workplace-based tasks together with simulations, reflective activities and a research topic.
UNIT ND2 – CONTROLLING WORKPLACE HEALTH ISSUES
Scenario-based case study.
UNIT ND3 – CONTROLLING WORKPLACE SAFETY ISSUES
Scenario-based case study.
NEBOSH courses are delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning and practical assessments. Classroom-based learning provides learners with an understanding of the theory and principles of health and safety management, while practical assessments help learners apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios. This approach helps learners to understand the importance of health and safety in their workplace and gives them the skills and confidence to manage it effectively.
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NEBOSH/HSE Certificate in Managing Workplace Stress
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NEBOSH/HSE Certificate in Managing Workplace Stress
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Really enjoyed the course. Made better by two superb and patient tutors in Karen and Drew
Thanks to Olivia too, always there to greet and help following my daily commute from the Isle of Wight. Both Tutors were exceptional but a special word reserved for Karen Fanner. She has a unique style of delivery that commands your attention, no matter how intense and relentless the course material is. Drew also had an incredible level of knowledge about the industry and legislation. Great training company thanks!
NEBOSH Construction
“ HCS Safety’s NEBOSH Construction Certificate course was extremely well run, the tutors were knowledgeable, helpful and informative and made the course enjoyable for all the delegates. The facilities, visual aids and the course materials were excellent. I have recommended this course and others run by HCS Safety to other colleagues and associates in the industry. ”
Joanne Cull, Brazier Interiors
NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction
“ As the owner of a company that employs 10 staff and works with over 300 contractors across various sites, I decided that I wanted to take a hands-on approach to our health and safety. The NEBOSH General course was well worth my time and I feel fully equipped to deal with any issues that arise in my organisation. ”
Stephanie Willkins, Home & Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services
NEBOSH General Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
There are several to choose from. The National General Certificate is appropriate for all workplaces while the Health and Safety Management for Construction Certificate is appropriate for those managing health and safety in construction. Other certificates cover environmental and fire safety.
It depends on the particular course. Certificate courses are approximately 11 days plus revision and exams, while the diploma is 30 days over 3 individual units plus exams.
Absolutely. You will come out of it with an understanding over a wide range of topics. It is also the starting point for anyone who is serious about a career in health and safety.
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