NEBOSH IGC Open Book Exam
Online New session of NEBOSH IGC via ZOOM will start on 22nd February, 2021. Class duration: 3 Weeks For registrations contact: +92-335-5033003/4
NEBOSH IGC
NEBOSH International General Certificate is a globally recognized health and safety qualification intended for companies or individuals working on international standards with regards to Health, Safety & Environment. This course focuses on the International Labor Standards (ILO) codes of practice. Upon successful completion of the NEBOSH IGC Training, delegates can apply for a membership with Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and/or International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) as its qualification meets the academic requirements for Technician Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH and Associate membership (AIIRSM) of the IIRSM.
Why Study it with PSTC?
Professional Safety Training & Consultancy is the direct approved course provider & one of the pioneered organizations serving since 2012 , made hundreds of professionals working throughout the world for NEBOSH IGC and other health and safety related qualifications in Islamabad, Pakistan. We have very experienced and qualified approved trainers to deliver the training for NEBOSH IGC and others safety related courses. Taking into account the toughness of NEBOSH qualifications, PSTC has started preparatory coaching classes for candidates, ESP (English for specific purpose) has also been included in order to get the delegates familiarized with OHS related mandatory documents carried out in the workplace. Our trainers share tips & techniques assess the candidates strengths & weaknesses through mock examinations, open ended questions during classroom in order to prepare them for taking the actual examination.
Who Should Take NEBOSH IGC?
People from around the world take the NEBOSH IGC Training as it gives them a platform for entry level OHS Practitioner, it also creates the skills and knowledge required to fulfil their health and safety responsibilities in any country and in any type of organization. NEBOSH IGC is also good for fresh graduates and professionals seeking careers in OHS and he/she who wants to start their career in the field of health & safety. However, the NEBOSH International General Certificate is best suitable for Managers, Supervisors, Worker Representatives, Safety Inspectors, CEOs, Directors, ISO implimentation Managers and others who require an understanding of health and safety principles and practices to promote production and prevent future accident and incidents.
What Does the Qualification Cover?
The NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) covers the principles relating to health and safety, identification and control of workplace hazards, assessing level of risk and the practical application of this knowledge. The NEBOSH IGC Syllabus takes a risk management approach based on best practice and international standards, such as the International Labor Organization (ILO) codes of practice. Local laws and cultural factors may form part of the study program where relevant and appropriate.
The NEBOSH IGC is divided into 2 units, each of which is assessed separately:
Unit IG1: Management of International Health and Safety
1. Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety
2. How Health and Safety Management System Work and What They Look Like
3. Managing Risk-Understanding People and Process
4. Health and Safety Monitoring and Process
Unit IG2: Risk Assessment Assessed by the Practical Assessment
5. Physical and Psychological Health
6. Musculoskeletal Hazards and Risk Control
7. Chemical and Biological Agents
8. General Work Place Issues
9. Work Equipment
10. Fire
11. Electricity
How NEBOSH IGC course is assessed?
This qualification is comprised of 2 units, each of which is assessed separately.
· IG1 is assessed by 02 hours written examination consisting of ten short answer questions and one long answer question for each Unit. All questions are compulsory and external examiners appointed by NEBOSH marks the scripts of the candidates.
· IG2 is practical assessment carried out in the workplace after sitting the final NEBOSH exam. This practical unit will be assessed by Professional Safety Training & Consultancy and externally moderated by NEBOSH.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates should be able to:
Outline the scope and nature of occupational health and safety
Understand key requirements for health and safety management systems
Explain the principals and practice of risk assessment
Outline the principals, purpose and role of active and reactive monitoring
Explain the purpose of, and procedures for health and safety auditing
Outline common health, welfare and work environment requirements in the workplace
Explain the hazards and controls measures for assessing risks from manual handling
Understand and explain the hazards and risks associated with the use of electricity and electrical tools in the workplace
Outline the hazards, risk and control measures associated with chemical and biological substances
Identify typical workplace hazards and develop suitable control measures
Prepare management reports on health and safety improvements