Nebosh new syllabus

Nebosh (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) has introduced a new syllabus for its various certifications, including the International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC). Here are the key changes:

New Syllabus Structure:

The new syllabus is divided into three main sections:

  1. Underlying Knowledge (40% of the exam): This section covers the fundamental principles of health and safety, including:
    • Health and safety management systems
    • Hazard and risk assessment
    • Control measures and risk reduction
    • Health and safety legislation
  2. Application of Underlying Knowledge (30% of the exam): This section applies the underlying knowledge to real-world scenarios, including:
    • Hazard and risk assessment in different industries and workplaces
    • Control measures and risk reduction strategies
    • Health and safety management systems in practice
  3. Practical Application (30% of the exam): This section assesses the candidate's ability to apply their knowledge and skills in a practical scenario, including:
    • Identifying and controlling hazards
    • Developing and implementing control measures
    • Monitoring and reviewing health and safety performance

Key Changes:

  1. Increased Emphasis on Risk Assessment: The new syllabus places greater emphasis on risk assessment, including the identification, evaluation, and control of hazards.
  2. More Focus on Health and Wellbeing: The syllabus now includes more content on health and wellbeing, including the importance of mental health, stress, and fatigue.
  3. Updated Legislation and Regulations: The syllabus reflects changes to health and safety legislation and regulations, including the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance.
  4. More Practical Application: The new syllabus includes more practical application questions, which require candidates to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios.

Benefits:

  1. Improved Understanding of Health and Safety Principles: The new syllabus provides a more comprehensive understanding of health and safety principles and practices.
  2. Enhanced Practical Skills: The increased emphasis on practical application helps candidates develop the skills they need to apply health and safety principles in real-world scenarios.
  3. Better Preparation for the Workplace: The new syllabus prepares candidates for the challenges they will face in the workplace, including the need to identify and control hazards, develop control measures, and monitor and review health and safety performance.

Overall, the new Nebosh syllabus provides a more comprehensive and practical approach to health and safety education, preparing candidates for the challenges of the modern workplace.