The NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NGC) offers a comprehensive, yet approachable introduction to the key elements of workplace health and safety. It is ideal for anyone who has responsibility for the wellbeing of others as part of their role, or who is already working within the health and safety profession.
Widely respected across all industries, the NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate provides a strong and steady foundation for a rewarding career in health and safety. It supports you in developing the knowledge and confidence to help create working environments where people feel safe, supported and able to do their best.
Content Details
Education Level: Level 3 | Hours of Study: 108 hours + assessment | Tuition Period: 18 months
Course Content
Unit NG1: Management of Health and Safety
- How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
- Managing risk – understanding people and processes
- Why we should manage workplace health and safety
- Health and safety monitoring and measuring
Assessed by a question paper exam (one 20-mark question and ten 8-mark questions)
Unit NG2: Risk assessment
- Physical and psychological health
- Chemical and biological agents
- General workplace issues
- Musculoskeletal health
- Work equipment
- Electricity
- Fire