NEBOSH IGC

NEBOSH IGC

The NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) in Occupational Health and Safety is a widely recognized qualification that provides a broad understanding of health and safety principles and practices. The course content typically covers the following topics:

1. Foundations of Health and Safety:
– Understanding the scope and nature of workplace health and safety.
– The role of legislation and regulatory bodies in health and safety management.
– Key terms and definitions related to health and safety.

2. Health and Safety Management Systems:
– Principles of health and safety management systems, such as the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.
– Elements of effective health and safety management, including policy development, organizing, planning, implementing, and monitoring performance.

3. Health and Safety Risk Assessment:
– Principles of risk assessment and risk control.
– Identification of workplace hazards.
– Methods for assessing and controlling risks, including hierarchy of controls.

4. Workplace Hazards and Controls:
– Common workplace hazards, including physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial hazards.
– Control measures to mitigate workplace risks, such as engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

5. Transportation Hazards and Controls:
– Risks associated with workplace transportation activities, including vehicle operation, loading and unloading, and workplace transport systems.
– Measures to control transportation-related risks and prevent accidents.

6. Musculoskeletal Hazards and Controls:
– Identification of ergonomic hazards that can lead to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
– Ergonomic principles and strategies for preventing MSDs in the workplace.

7. Work Equipment Hazards and Controls:
– Hazards associated with workplace equipment, machinery, and tools.
– Inspection, maintenance, and safe use of work equipment.
– Procedures for isolating and controlling energy sources during maintenance and repair activities (lockout/tagout).

8. Electrical Safety:
– Risks associated with electricity in the workplace.
– Electrical safety regulations and best practices for preventing electrical accidents.

9. Fire Safety:
– Principles of fire safety and fire prevention.
– Fire risk assessment and control measures, including fire detection, evacuation procedures, and fire extinguisher use.

10. Chemical and Biological Hazards:
– Identification of hazardous substances in the workplace.
– Control measures to minimize exposure to chemicals and biological agents, including safe handling, storage, and disposal practices.

The NEBOSH IGC course typically includes lectures, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises to help participants apply their knowledge in real-world situations. Additionally, there are assessments, including written examinations and a practical assessment, to evaluate understanding and competence in health and safety management.