This means that the Textile Centre of Excellence is committed to and greatly exceeds the NEBOSH principles of learning excellence based on:
1. Learners understand what is expected of them and what they can expect from their Learning Provider
2. A learning environment that is engaging and encourages interaction that is appropriate for the course and type of delivery
3. Accurate course materials that are continually updated and improved
4. Tutors that are qualified, knowledgeable, competent and engaging
5. Giving learners feedback on their progress and providing appropriate support
6. Reviewing course delivery and learner feedback and taking action as necessary
Why undertake this course?
This qualification has been designed to reflect the needs of today’s employer giving learners everything they need to know and do to make their workplace healthier and safer.
NEBOSH National General Certificate is relevant to every workplace and has a focus on the things that matter; covering:
• How to effectively manage health and safety
• How to identify and control common workplace hazards
• How to measure if you’ve been successful
• The UK’s key legal requirements
Holding the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety will help you to:
• Minimise workplace injuries and illness
• Boost employee wellbeing
• Demonstrate your commitment to health and safety
• Confidently carry out risk assessments
• Develop and implement a detailed action plan
• Manage and minimise workplace risks
• Support and develop your company’s health and safety culture
Important note: the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (October 2018 specifications) is a standalone qualification. The units from other NEBOSH qualifications cannot be used against any part of this qualification.
What are the course entry requirements?
There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus. NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.
For further information please see the latest version of the IELTS Handbook or consult the IELTS website.
A chart mapping IELTS scores to the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR) can be found on the British Council and IELTS website:
• British Council – Understand and explain the IELTS scores
• IELTS – Common European Framework
Learners wishing to assess their own language expertise may consult the FAQs on the IELTS website for information on taking the test.
Important note: the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (October 2018 specifications) is a standalone qualification. This means that you will not be able to use units from other NEBOSH qualifications against any part of this qualification.
For further information see the NEBOSH website
How is the course assessed?
This modern qualification focuses on key skills that means you can instantly apply the knowledge you gain and add value to your organisation.
Assessment is a two-step process:
An open book examination (OBE) to assess what you know and how you can apply your knowledge
(24 hour window in which to complete the OBE on examination day)
A practical risk assessment to assess what you can do
(Undertaken in your own workplace – recommended at least 3 hours to complete)
Both assessments are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH.
What does the course cover?
NG1
1 Why we should manage workplace health and safety
2 How health and safety management systems work
3 Managing risk – understanding people and processes
4 Health and safety monitoring and measuring
The above are tested by an open book examination (OBE)
NG2
5 Physical and psychological health
6 Musculoskeletal health
7 Chemical and biological agents
8 General workplace issues
9 Work equipment
10 Fire
11 Electricity
The above are tested by practical risk assessment
How is the course delivered?
The Textile Centre of Excellence is a Gold standard NEBOSH Learning partner.
At the Textile Centre of Excellence this course is delivered on a day per week basis for twelve weeks.
The course tutor is qualified and approved safety professional with broad range of industrial and commercial experience.
Learners will be expected to compete weekly formative assessments tasks (homework) and other directed home study.
For course dates contact the Textile Centre and/or see our course planner.
What is the course fee and what is included
For course fees contact the Textile Centre and/or see our course plannerIncluded in the course fee:
All training sessions based at the Textile Centre. Huddersfield
(Each day runs 09:00 – 17:00)
All refreshments and lunch provided during the course
Textbook, in house handouts and NEBOSH guidance documents
All formative assessments with feedback
Registration with NEBOSH and initial NEBOSH examination fees
(Any ‘resit’ examination fees to be paid separately)
Cost: Member £1295 + Vat / Non Member £1595 + Vat