NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupatioinal Health and Safety

Excel in health and safety management

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course is designed for those who want to build their successful career in health and safety. It is the most popular qualification in the United Kingdom. The course introduces delegates to the key issues, principles and practices of health and safety and legal requirements. The training program enables the delegates to identify the various types of hazards and take the control measures for reducing the risks which can otherwise become a threat to health and safety. The course focuses on the general health and safety issues found in the workplace and covers the legal requirements and best practices for improving health and safety culture of the organisation. During the training program, the delegates will learn the key elements of an efficient health and safety policy and organisational health and safety roles and responsibilities of managers and employees. The course also introduces you to the concept of health and safety culture in the organisation and control various workplace risks such as work equipment, transport, chemical and biological hazards as well as fire and electrical safety.

  • Sound basis for higher professional qualification

  • Better job prospects for people holding National General Certificate

  • Manage workplace risks effectively

  • Control workplace hazards in most efficient and suitable way

  • Courses delivered by certified instructors

WHAT'S INCLUDED ?

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Key Learning Points

Clear and concise objectives to guide delegates through the course.

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Tutor Support

A dedicated tutor will be at your disposal throughout the training to guide you through any issues.

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Certificate

Delegates will get certification of completion at the end of the course.

PREREQUISITES

There are no prerequisites for attending the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course. However, it would be beneficial for those delegates who have completed the NEBOSH Award level qualification.  

TARGET AUDIENCE

The course is designed for:

  • Managers
  • Operational Staff
  • Supervisors
  • Directors
  • HR Professionals
  • Risk Managers
  • Anyone responsible for improving health and well-being of their employees

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

  • Understand the key issues related to health, safety and environment in the workplace
  • Learn how to create an effective safety system within the organisation
  • Explore the principles and practices of risk management
  • Outline the importance and scope of effective risk management
  • Describe the benefits of maintaining and promoting good health among employees
  • Explain the framework for legal policies related to health issues
  • Identify the different types of hazards in the workplace
  • Analyse the types of illness and losses occur due to accidents or incidents
  • Review the potential risks that employee may face
  • Control workplace hazards which can otherwise become a threat to health and safety
  • Recommend suitable measures to protect the assets, properties and employees from various hazards
  • Efficiently handle the health and safety issues of the employees

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The NEBOSH training program provides fundamental knowledge required to handle key issues of health and safety in the workplace. The course introduces non-specialists from all types of organisations to the occupational health and safety and enables them to manage workplace hazards and risks effectively. The course provides fundamental knowledge to the employers and managers for successful implementation of effective health and safety programs or policies and makes a positive contribution towards the growth of the organisation.


PROGRAM CONTENT

Overview of Workplace Health and Safety

  • Scope and nature of occupational health and safety
  • Personal health and safety
  • Proactive and Reactive procedures
  • Investigate and report incidents and accidents
  • Job description of employers, supervisors and employees
  • Legal framework for the regulation of health and safety
  • Legal roles and responsibilities of clients and contractors

Health and Safety Management Systems

  • Policy
    • Components of a health and safety management system
    • Need and importance of setting policy for health and safety
    • Key features of an effective health and safety policy
  • Organising
    • Role and responsibilities of employers and managers
    • Human factors affecting behaviour at work
    • Concept of health and safety culture
    • Provision of first aid in the workplace
  • Planning
    • What is the importance of planning?
    • Principles of risk assessment
    • Risk reduction measures
    • Sources of health and safety information
    • Role of permit-to-work system
  • Audit and Review
    • Active and reactive monitoring
    • Investigate incidents
    • Record and report incidents
    • Health and safety audit
    • Review of health and safety performance

Control Workplace Risks

  • Workplace Hazards
    • Health and work environment requirements
    • Substance misuse
    • Violence at work
    • Work at elevations
    • Safe movement of people in the workplace
    • Excavations
  • Musculoskeletal Hazards
    • Manual handling hazards
    • Manually and mechanically operated load handling equipment
  • Electrical Safety
    • Risks associated with electricity
    • Corrective measures
  • Transport Hazards
    • Driving at work
    • Safe movement of vehicles in the workplace
  • Work Equipment Hazards
    • Machinery hazards
    • General requirements for work equipment
    • Hand-held tools
  • Chemical and Biological Health Hazards
    • Health risks from hazardous substances
    • Workplace exposure limits
    • Assessment of health risks
    • Safe handling and storage of waste
  • Fire Safety
    • Fire initiation
    • Fire risk assessment
    • Fire prevention
    • Fire alarm and fire-fighting equipment
    • Evacuation of a workplace
  • Physical and Psychological Health Hazards
    • Vibration
    • Stress
    • Radiation
    • Noise

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ABOUT Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the centre city of Scotland. The area is also under the jurisdiction of the council state.During the period of 15th century, it was also a capital city. The Scottish parliament runs administration from this city only. The king used to rule in the Edinburgh in the medieval era. Being a part of the Midlothian area, Edinburg has been known as a centre of learning for Scott Law, Medicine, literature, engineering and the various sciences. After London, it is the next important city for fiscal matters. Edinburgh has also become the United Kingdom’s second most common traveller terminus after London.

In a recent survey, the population of Edinburgh stood second in Scotland and on the seventh number in the United Kingdom. The 2016 official population estimates Edinburgh’s population at 464,990, while the local specialist area is placed at 507,170 for the local specialist area and the city area at 1,339,380 as of 2014.

Geography

The city is near to Scotland's Central Belt owing to which it is also surrounded by hills of nearby areas. The city centre is 2 1⁄2 miles southwest of the shoreline of Leith and 26 miles inland from the east coast of Scotland and the North Sea at Dunbar. The early burgh which looks like the Seven Hills of Rome is often said to be constructed on Arthur's Seat Calton Hill, Craiglockhart Hill, Corstorphine Hill, Braid Hill, Blackford Hill, and the Castle Rock. Edinburgh actually came up near the prominent Castle Rock.

There is a gap created by volcanic plugs millions of years ago between the Firth of Forth to the north and the Pentland Hills to the south. In addition to these, another hollow on the rock's south side formed a natural stronghold that formed the basis for building the Edinburgh Castle. The place from where the glacier receded is now occupied by the residential areas of Marchmont and Bruntsfield.

Places of Interest

Edinburgh is home to various libraries and museums such as the Writers' Museum,  the National Library of Scotland, National War Museum, National Museum of Scotland, Surgeons' Hall Museum, Our Dynamic Earth, the Museum of Childhood,  and the Museum of Edinburgh. The Museum on the Mound shows exhibits on money and banking in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Zoo, which is the second most popular in Scotland and paid attraction lies on Corstorphine Hill covering 82 acres. The Zoo has also loaned two pandas from China named as Tian Tian and Yang Guang.The Royal Yacht Brittania is also a 5-star visitor attraction after being decommissioned in 1997. It is docked permanently at the Ocean Terminal where many events take place aboard this yacht. Edinburgh houses various National Galleries of Art in Scotland along with many other smaller art galleries.

Housed in the National Gallery of Scotland, is its national collection. The National Gallery is linked to the Royal Scottish Academy that regularly plays host to a number of major painting exhibitions. The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is home to the modern collections at Belford. The Scottish National Portrait Gallery primarily focuses on photography and portraits.The City Art Centre in Market Street, which is owned by the city council, also shows various art exhibitions. The Fruitmarket Gallery also hosts contemporary art exhibitions that feature the works by famous British and international artists.Other small private galleries include the likes of Ingleby Gallery. This gallery provides shows with various interests by Callum Innes, Ellsworth Kelly, Peter Liversidge, Sean Scully, and Richard Forster.

Climate

Being close to the coastal region, Edinburgh has a maritime climate. The temperature remains mild throughout the year. Gogarbank is the official met office that provides an update of weather condition to local people.

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