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 Newcastle

New Castle upon Tyne is the other prominent name of the Newcastle. The Edinburgh is 103 far from it, and the capital city is 277 miles from it. Among the northeast region, Newcastle has the huge bulk of the population and is the main region of Tyneside Conurbation. If we talk about the rank regarding population among the urban city of the United Kingdom, it stands at eight. It is also a member of the Eurocities network of European cities. Until 1400, it was an integral part of the county of Northumberland. Later on, it became county till the becoming part of the Tyne and Wear in 1974. Geordie is the regional dialect of the region. This dialect is also followed by near-by people in large extent. New castle University has attracted a huge bulk of students and giving its services in the city.

The city developed around the Pons Aelius, which is a Roman settlement. During the 14th century, the city wool industry boomed at a faster pace. With time this industry got another rival regarding Coal Mining Area.  The Port set up near River Dyne was also recognized at the Global level. The economy of the Newcastle includes digital technology, retail, tourism, cultural Centres and corporate headquarters. It all contributes £13 billion Gross Value Added in the economy of the country. New Castle is the famous football club that is followed by people of the region. The city also hosted the Great North Run, a half marathon in the past. It attracts approximately 58,000 runners each year

History

The history of the city started with the settlement of the Roman. After the Roman Empire, The city was ruled by the powerful Empire of Anglo-Saxon Kingdom of Northumbria. The infrastructure of the city was damaged after the deadly war between Anglo-Saxon and Danes. Throughout the middle ages, Newcastle acted as a fortress for the northern side of the England’s.  In the 13th century, a high stone wall was built around the town to protect the city from invasion. The King William the Lion was imprisoned in Newcastle during the late 11th century.

The setup of ship production unit and armaments became the main of the target of enemies during the second world war. There were a large number of the Air Strikes at that time that caused a huge loss to the infrastructure of the city. The expansion of the public sector of the city got expanded during 1960.

Climate and Economy

Owing to its closeness to Cold Ocean, The city experiences the coldest weather condition of the United Kingdom. In contrast with the current scenario, the region comes under the rain shadow of the North Pennines which ultimately makes it the driest region of the country. In opposite to other cities of United Kingdom, New castle has colder winters but cooler summers. The city geographical position is similar to the Southern Sweden and Copenhagen, Denmark

The new castle was also an important city for shipbuilding, engineering, manufacturing coal mining during 19th century Industrial Revolution. Whereas the second half of the 20th century faces a lot of downfall by heavy industries. The city has put a lot of efforts to improve and save the climate of the region.

Demography

As per the last survey that was conducted by ONS in 2015, the population of the city was around 2,94,000. The City also accommodate the largest student community owing to Northumbria. The major bulk of the students residing in the Heaton and Jesmond. The city has a maximum population of the Christian community, where 16% people do not follow any religion. The dialect of Newcastle People is commonly recognized as the Geordie. The health of people of this city is not good as per the previous records of the city.

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