NEBOSH-04

NEBOSH National General to Construction Certificate Conversion

Who will benefit?

Managers, supervisors, designers and CDM Co-ordinators from the Construction Industry who have passed the NEBOSH General Certificate course within the last 5 years. The certificate helps them manage risks effectively. It may also prove effective for those who have to manage the activities of contractors. The qualification is specifically referred to as a key competence in the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007.

The qualification is also appropriate for supervisors and managers working in other industries such as utilities, and even broadcasting, where temporary workplaces are a feature of their activities.

Many people take NEBOSH Certificate courses as a first step on a career in health and safety. It provides a valuable overview, and is a sound basis for further professional study.

Entry Qualifications and Progression

Candidates attending this course should have passed the NEBOSH General Certificate course within the last 5 years. Following this course you might wish to consider the NEBOSH National Diploma.  

Assessment and Certification

Candidates are assessed with a written examination for the taught unit. A unit certificate is issued denoting successful achievement of this unit. A Certificate award parchment is issued on completion of the unit and the practical assessment.

The practical assessment is arranged by us and carried out in a simulated workplace environment.

The NEBOSH National Construction Certificate 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.

The NEBOSH National Construction Certificate is accredited at Level 3 within the National Qualification Framework (NQF) by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) in England, the Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland. The logos of these organisations will appear on the certificates awarded for the qualification.

Our pass rate for this course is in excess of 90%. We also get a high number of Credits and Distinctions.

Programme

Unit 2:  NCC1 – Managing and Controlling Hazards in Construction Activities

Element 1 – Construction Law and Management
Element 2 – Construction Activities
Element 3 – Movement of People and Vehicles
Element 4 – Manual and Mechanical Handling
Element 5 – Work Equipment
Element 6 – Electricity
Element 7 – Fire
Element 8 – Chemical and Biological Health Hazards
Element 9 – Physical and Psychological Health Hazards
Element 10 – Working at Height
Element 11 – Excavation Work and Confined Spaces
Element 12 – Demolition

Venue

Courses are held at the following locations:

• Birmingham 
• Cannock
• London 
• Manchester
• Bristol
• Leeds
• Newcastle
• Norwich
• Cambridge

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Duration

8 days 

Price

£895 exc. VAT 

Price includes exam fees, course materials, lunch and refreshments.

Please note this course is also available via Distance Learning.

To book a course please call us on 01684 297172 or email info@soteriasafety.co.uk