NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety
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Course Summary
The certificate helps construction managers, supervisors and other members of staff to manage risks effectively by giving them a broad understanding of health and safety issues. In fact, many people use this qualification as a stepping stone to a career in health and safety.
This qualification is accepted by IOSH – the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health – in meeting the academic requirements for Technician membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH). It is also accepted by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management
(IIRSM) for Associate membership (AIIRSM). The Certificate can also be a useful step towards achieving the NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
Pre-requisites
There are no pre-requisites to attend this course. However It is advantageous that candidates wishing to obtain the NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety to have a general understanding of Managing Safely in Construction prior to attending
the course. So attendance of the IOSH Managing Safely course would be of benefit but it is not essential.
Validity of Award
This qualification does not expire.
Length of Course
This can be completed in the classroom in up to 12 days plus 1 day for the exam, or a blend of both classroom and private study to suit your individual needs. If you already hold unit NGC1 you can complete a conversion course of 8 days to achieve the award.
Following this, the NCC2 project will be completed by the candidate, usually at their own workplace.
Course Information
The course is made up of the following three units:
• Management of Health and Safety (NGC1)
• Managing and Controlling Hazards In Construction Activities (NCC1)
• Construction Health and Safety Practical Application (NCC2)
The course covers the main legal requirements for health and safety in the UK. It also deals with the identification and control of workplace hazards and the practical way in which to approach them.
Assessment
Units NGC1 and NCC1 are each assessed by a two-hour written examination. Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH.
Unit NCC2 is assessed by a practical assessment, usually carried out at the candidates own workplace which must be completed within 2 weeks of the examination date for NCC1. The practical assessment is internally assessed by the course provider and externally moderated by NEBOSH.
PIP have been an experienced national provider for over 10 years. We are accredited to deliver NEBOSH, BIFM, CITB, IOSH, CIEH, and HABC qualifications.
We offer a professional and unique experience to all of our learners. Our dedicated team provide not only training, but also a high quality after-care, support and administration service. Our trainers are all professionally qualified, with a wide range of experience built up from working within a variety of sectors.
Whatever your requirement, we can provide what you need. From a short course in manual handling, to advanced courses enabling you to become a trainer or consultant. We also specialise in training MOD service leavers, providing flexible training and support to help with a successful transition to civilian employment.
Not only can we provide training at our centre in Dagenham, but we also come to clients (depending upon numbers). We can also accommodate weekend and out of hours courses. This is ideal for those companies that work shift patterns and have multiple people that require the courses at the same time.
In addition to our extensive range of training courses, we also offer consultancy services. These cover the Health & Safety and Food Safety sectors. Some examples are: workplace inspections, the implementation of HACCP and completion of Fire Risk Assessments. ...
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