NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Unlock your competencies by enrolling in the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety and kick-start your health and safety management journey. This in-depth introduction course suits anyone with health and safety management responsibilities.
The NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a globally recognised qualification with broad acceptance among employers and leading professional bodies in 180+ countries. Over 87% of employers in the UK mandate NEBOSH General Certificate courses from candidates. The qualification provides a robust foundation in health and safety management for supervisors, managers, and staff.
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- Who is this NEBOSH NGC course for
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- What to expect from the NEBOSH NGC course?
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Who is this NEBOSH NGC course for?
The NEBOSH National General Certificate is considered the most admirable qualification for health and safety professionals to support their existing and long-term career growth.
NEBOSH NGC is best suited for:
All workplaces- Managers
- Supervisors
- All with responsibilities in health and safety management
- Aspirants seeking a career in health and safety
| Assessment | Element | |
|---|---|---|
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Online Open Book Exam (OBE) Unit NG 1: Management of health and safety |
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| 1 | Why we should manage workplace health and safety | |
| 2 | How health and safety management systems work and what they look like | |
| 3 | Managing risk – understanding people and processes | |
| 4 | Health and safety monitoring and measuring | |
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practical Assessment Unit NG 2: Risk Assessment |
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| 5 | Physical and psychological health | |
| 6 | Musculoskeletal health | |
| 7 | Chemical and biological agents | |
| 8 | General workplace issues | |
| 9 | Work equipment | |
| 10 | Fire | |
| 11 | Electricity | |
| Unit | Examination Date | Resualt Notification Date |
|---|---|---|
| NG 1 | 05 Mar’25 | 19 May’25 |
| NG 1 | 09 Apr’25 | 24 Jun’25 |
| NG 1 | 07 Apr’25 | 17 Jul’25 |
Emphasizing the most essential aspects, the NEBOSH NGC covers:
- Skills to effectively manage health and safety
- Competencies to recognize and mitigate common workplace hazards
- Knowledge to measure the successful outcomes
- Key legislation of the UK
Risk assessment is at the core of the qualification. Through practical and comprehensive study approaches, learners can:
- Perform risk assessments with confidence
- Plan and execute relevant action measures
- Handle and mitigate workplace risks
- Contribute effectively to the overall organizational health and safety culture
The learners of the NEBOSH NGC are expected to have relevant English standards. This will help in understanding the contents of the syllabus.
The assessment for the NEBOSH General Certificate is done via a 2-step process:
- IG1: It’s an online open book exam (OBE)
- IG2: Practical risk assessment (workplace-based)
Learners have to pass in both assessments to successfully complete the qualification.
The 2-hour written exam for Unit IG1 is replaced by the open book exam of the NEBOSH General Certificate.
Learners can appear for both of the NEBOSH exams at their own place.
Course Duration:
The National General Certificate involves at least 68 taught hours and 40 hours of private study (approximately).
Professional body recognition
NEBOSH National General Certificate holders become entitled to:
- Affiliate Membership, AIOSH of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
- The qualification fulfils academic needs for Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH, relevant experience is required.
- Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of IIRSM (International Institute of Risk and Safety Management).
Progression:
Participants aiming to take their learning to the next level are recommended to pursue NEBOSH Diplomas or Masters qualifications. This ensures the opportunity to obtain one of the most prestigious qualifications in the sector.
Green World Group Conducts NEBOSH Process Safety Management Training at BPCL
This specialized training was conducted by Mr. Shanker Srikumar, CEO, Co-founder, and Academic Head of Green World Group, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of extensive experience in the onshore and offshore oil & gas sectors and process industries.
