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 Warwick

Warwick, the county town of Warwickshire lies upon the blend of the River Avon in the West Midland region of the England. It is located 11 miles south of Coventry with a population of around 31,345 according to 2011 census. The early settlement of the area was found in the Neolithic period. In the 9th century, it was the fortified settlement of the Saxons, also known as Saxon burh. During the Norman invasion of England, Warwick castle was built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror. An independent Warwick School is considered fifth oldest surviving boy’s school in the country. Many companies have set up their head offices in the town due to its close proximity to the motorway routes.

The human settlement of the area dates back to the Neolithic period. The area has been continuously occupied from the sixth century. A fortified settlement was developed at Warwick to protect the Kingdom of Mercia against the Danes. Warwick, due to its closeness with Avon and Fosse Way, was chosen as one of the ten burhs for fortification. In the medieval period, the earls of Warwick was established, and they had taken control of the city. The town walls or defensive walls were built to protect the town from the potential attackers, and presently only Westgate and Eastgate survive.

The Warwick castle became a famous tourist attraction, the castle was first converted into a stone fortress and then a country house. In 1694, the medieval town was severally affected by the Warwick Great Fire. The administration of the town is governed by Warwick District Council. The headquarters of the county council of Warwickshire is based in the town and controls the non-metropolitan county of Warwickshire. The town was affected by the Great Warwick Fire in the 17th century and destroyed much of the medieval town. Although, only older wooden buildings survive around the fringes of the town centre.

Transport

M40 motorway connects the town with the cities of Birmingham and London and A46 road connected to the Stratford-upon-Avon and Coventry. Several council off-street car parks are built in the town such as at the castle and the railway station. Warwick Railway Station serves the town and has direct rail services to London, Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham. London Midland operates few peak hours trains to and from Birmingham. Parkway Railway Station is situated on the periphery of Warwick and provides commuter services to Birmingham and London. Bus services are operated in and around the county of Warwickshire by ‘Stagecoach in Warwickshire’.

Education

There are several secondary schools and state-run co-educational schools including Myton School, The King’s High School, Aylesford School and Warwick School. For higher education, the town is served by the University of Warwick lies on the southern edge of Coventry and several miles north of Warwick.

Attractions

The town is famous among the tourists for its historic charm and grand castle including the popular Literary and Folk Festivals as well as the well-known Victorian Evening. There are many museums and attractions from every era from the last thousand years include Warwick Castle, Lord Leycester Hospital, St Mary Collegiate Church, Royal Leamington Spa, The Mill Garden, Hill Close Gardens, The New Avon Bridge and much more exciting locations.  

Notable Residents

The well-known people of the town in the fields of politics, sports, architecture, journalists, artists, medical and education include:

  • John Rous
  • Anne Neville
  • Thomas Fisher
  • Edward Plantagenet
  • Abiezer Coppe
  • John Ryland
  • William Lambe
  • William Holland
  • George Greville
  • Thomas Smith
  • Farn Carpmael
  • Margaret Harrington
  • Aaron Philips
  • Naomi Phoenix
  • Paul Goodwin
  • Philip Bromley
  • Thomas Collins
  • Matty Blair
  • Josiah Court
  • Kevin R. Cox
  • Aaron Philips

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