NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (New Syllabus – October 2018 specification)

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Achieving a NEBOSH IGC certification is definitely worth the investment because it reflects the needs of today’s workplaces and is considered as the most trusted health and safety qualification in the world. With a proven record of academic excellence and team of dedicated trainers, NIST, the first NEBOSH’s gold Learning Partner in India, delivers training for NEBOSH IGC course across PAN India. Also, Safety aspirants can now pursue NEBOSH IGC via online at their convenience. With Blended learning model, NIST offers exclusive webinars & individual tutor guidance.



As NEBOSH IGC is designed in accordance with international standards, it has been taken by thousands of people every year for better job prospects and to upskill their knowledge in the management of health and safety. In addition, it is much sought-after by employers because of the value they bring to an organization. Pursuing this course is a one-time investment as it assures higher economic returns and expands horizons to reach the level in the career. Therefore, make a wise decision to get trained in the newly revised NEBOSH IGC from NIST institute.

What is NEBOSH IGC Course?

NEBOSH IGC is considered to be the most admirable and preferred safety course among safety professionals. Recently, NEBOSH updated its IGC syllabus in consultation with a team of OHS experts and leading organizations to meet the needs of the digital age and ensure ease of learning and understanding of health and safety principles and practices.

This newly revised NEBOSH IGC Occupational Health Safety course in Chennai focuses on emerging topics that are really being impactful in the workplace at the moment. Further, it includes practical assessment in the real-time work environment to empower participants in achieving conceptual insights and practical expertise of applying knowledge and understanding gained through formal study. Upon successful completion of this course, one can create a well-structured occupational health and safety management plan for their workplace and build the stakeholder confidence by ensuring a safe and healthy work environment.

Why NIST?

What are the benefits of this NEBOSH IGC course?

Aids to fulfill health and safety responsibilities in any type of organization/sector

Imbibes pro-active approach to achieve zero incidents.

Promotes productivity and efficiency thereby boosting the organization’s credibility

Facilitates to embark a career in health and safety and provides a sound basis for further professional study

Serves as a mark of professionalism and demonstrates the commitment to health and safety

Offers progressive career options in public & private sectors, MNC’s especially in Gulf from entry-level to senior managerial positions

Who can take the NEBOSH International General Certificate?

Managers, supervisors, and workers in any type of organization

Anyone who needs a broad understanding of health and safety practices and principles

Safety professionals who want to enhance their career prospects

Those who want to start a career in health and safety

Personnel looking for career changeover

Fresher and safety aspirants

What are the topics covered in NEBOSH IGC?

Unit IG1: Management of health and safety (Theory Paper) Why we should manage workplace health and safety How health and safety management systems work and what they look like Managing risk – understanding people and processes Health and safety monitoring and measuring

Unit IG2: Risk assessment (Practical assessment) Physical and psychological health Musculoskeletal health Chemical and biological agents General workplace issues Work equipment Fire Electricity



What are the Prerequisites for NEBOSH IGC?

None

What is the duration of this course?

Class-room – 10 days

E-learning - 110 hours

How assessment will be conducted for this NEBOSH IGC course?

Unit IG1 2 hours written examination

Total Marks: 100 (One 20-mark question and Ten 8-mark questions)

Minimum pass standard: 45 marks

Unit IG2 Practical Assessment

Submissions - handwritten or electronic. Preferred is electronic

IG2 Electronic Submission Form

Results will be notified as either ‘Pass’ or ‘Refer’

Certification is awarded to the candidates who achieve a minimum of “PASS” standard in both IG1 and IG2

What are the International Memberships can be availed after completing this NEBOSH IGC course?

Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of IIRSM

Associate Membership (AIOSH) of IOSH

Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH

What will be the next qualification to pursue after NEBOSH IGC?

For more details about the course and project guidelines, please refer https://www.nebosh.org.uk/qualifications/international-general-certificate/#resources

NEBOSH IGC Training and Exam schedules as per the course calendar

Old Syllabus NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (Old Syllabus – November 2014 specification) The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a globally recognized qualification offered by an established independent UK examination board with over 30 years of experience in providing awards, certifications and diplomas in the UK and across the world. The NEBOSH International General certificate provides a strong job-oriented platform in Occupational health and safety in India and abroad. What is NEBOSH IGC course? The course is emerging as one of the most imminent certification in the industry. Every category of people ranging from our alumni, experience to fresher, professional to newly graduated students are successful in their career after learning the course. The NEBOSH IGC course in Pune is facilitated in a manner that it will prove to be suitable for those embarking a successful career. Further, professionals always have the opportunity to progress to the International Diploma upon successful completion of the course. The certification can also be pursued by students, graduates and professionals across industries and create an opportunity for employment. Who can take NEBOSH International General Certificate? The IGC course is an invaluable course for those pursuing a career in Safety and Health industry. The course is well-suited to individuals working in the field of HSE such as Managers, Supervisors and employees globally. The NEBOSH IGC course in Chennai is sought-after by professionals to take their career to the next level. The course is mainly focused on maintaining international workplace standards and effective management systems. Employees will be able to effectively discharge workplace responsibilities in any industry across the world. NEBOSH IGC Qualification & its association with membership: The NEBOSH International General Certificate qualification meets the academic requirements for Technician Membership (Tech IOSH) of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and Associate membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM). Benefits in Choosing NIST: NIST serves to be the #1 institute in providing NEBOSH IGC training in India. The sophisticated training venues provide a suitable environment for students and professionals to succeed in their certification attempts. The E-learning platform is rich in content that simplifies concepts for the learner to easily understand concepts and make progress significantly. We conduct training in NEBOSH IGC, cover IGC syllabus, extended support for IGC qualification with high standards of training. The number of distinctions and our student's testimonials are a tribute to the quality of our training programs. Course Content The NEBOSH International General Certificate programme is classified into 3 units as follows. Unit IGC1: Management of international health and safety Unit GC2: Controlling workplace hazards Unit GC3: Health and safety practical application Unit IGC1: Management of international health and safety Foundations in health and safety

Health and safety management systems - Plan

Health and safety management systems - Do

Health and safety management systems - Check

Health and safety management systems - Act Unit GC2: Controlling workplace hazards Workplace hazards and risk control

Transport hazards and risk control

Musculoskeletal hazards and risk control

Work equipment hazards and risk control

Electrical safety

Fire safety

Chemical and biological health hazards and risk control

Physical and psychological health hazards and risk control Unit GC3: Health and safety practical application Health and safety practical application Delegates preparing for IGC exams can find appropriate information like syllabus guide, guidance on command words and examiner's report in the following link:

https://www.nebosh.org.uk/qualificatio

ns/international-general-certificate/#resources

GC3 Assessors marking Assessment Method Units IGC1 and GC2 are Theory units each assessed by two-hour written examination. Each written examination consists of ten "short-answer" questions and one "long-answer" question. All questions are compulsory. Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH. Unit GC3 is basically a project of carrying out health and safety inspection in the candidate's own workplace. The project report must be submitted to the course provider within 14 working days from the start of the written examination. The validation of the project report is internally assessed by the course provider and externally moderated by NEBOSH.

