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NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

The NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) covers the principles relating to health and safety, identification and control of workplace hazards and the practical application of this knowledge. The IGC syllabus takes a risk management approach based on best practice and international standards, such as the International Labour Organisation (ILO) codes of practice. Local laws and cultural factors may form part of the study programme where relevant and appropriate.The International General Certificate is also suitable for those embarking on a career in health and safety, providing a valuable foundation for further professional study.

No previous health and safety knowledge is required. However it should be noted that the examination is offered, and must be answered, in English, and that the course includes a requirement to write a short report, which must also be in English. NEBOSH recommends that candidates undertaking the NEBOSH International General Certificate should reach the equivalent of a scoring of 6.0 or higher under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

The qualification is divided into three units, each of which is assessed separately:

• Management of international health and safety (IGC1)
• Control of international workplace hazards (IGC2)
• International health and safety practical application (IGC3)

International General Certificate Course Syllabus

IGC 1: MANAGEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

Element 1: Foundation in health and safety
Element 2: Health and safety management system – Policy
Element 3: Health and safety management system – Organizing
Element 4: Health and safety management system – Planning
Element 5: Health and safety management system – Measuring, audit and review

IGC 2: CONTROL OF INTERNATIONAL WORKPLACE HAZARDS

Element 1: Workplace hazards and risk control
Element 2: Transport hazard and risk control
Element 3: Musculoskeletal hazards and risk control
Element 4: Wok equipment hazards and risk control
Element 5: Electrical safety
Element 6: Fire safety
Element 7: Chemical and biological health hazards and risk control
Element 8: Physical and psychological health hazards and risk control

IGC 3: INTERNATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY – PRACTICAL APPLICATION

 Examination for NEBOSH IGC Certification

The examination consists of two theory papers IGC-1 and IGC 2 of each 2 hrs and followed by a practical assessment. Each written paper consists of one ‘long-answer’ question and ten ‘short-answer’ questions. All questions are compulsory.

NEBOSH Certification

On successful completion of theory and practical examinations candidate will receive international general certificate from NEBOSH.

Acceptance of NEBOSH International General Certificate

This is one of the most highly demanded entry level qualification for safety professional in UK & Europe and Middle-East. This for those who are seeking a new career in health and safety and those in the profession who wants to top up with internationally recognized certification to enhance their employability in MNC.

 Highlights

• Experienced trainers
• Effective course materials
• Successful training methodology
• International standard class rooms
• High quality buffet lunch and with two refreshments @ course venue

FEW SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR NEBOSH IGC IN COCHIN DEC 13^th TO 23^rd……..

Contact

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Email: prabavathy.b@greenworldsafety.com