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RoSPA’s NEBOSH e-book •Exam tips•Past papers•Career guide•Funding options What is NEBOSH? 3 NEBOSH in Numbers 7 OSH Career: Insider Tips 8 NEBOSH Command Word Guide 11 RoSPA’s Guide to NEBOSH Past Papers 12 DOs and DONTSs for GC3 24 How to Maximise Marks in Diploma Unit D 28 Top-Tips for NEBOSH Exams 33 Where Will a NEBOSH Qualification Take You? 37 Course Funding Options Explained 38 More about RoSPA 41 Contents: Successful candidates can apply to use letters such as TechIOSH, GradIOSH, CMIOSH and MIIRSM after their name. What is NEBOSH? Idiot’s guide explains all… // Page 3 Known by its acronym, NEBOSH stands for ‘the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health’. NEBOSH is a regulated awarding body, which accredits course providers, such as RoSPA, who in turn train candidates in preparation for NEBOSH qualifications. Those working in health and safety are often required to hold the appropriate NEBOSH qualification for their job role, and for many, career progression is closely linked to enhanced NEBOSH qualifications. The qualifications are also recognised by professional membership bodies including the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM). // Page 4 This chart maps the relationship between NEBOSH qualifications and IOSH Membership: A NEBOSH qualification does not automatically equate to an IOSH membership level though. For example, you must submit both your NEBOSH certificate and your CV to IOSH so that they can check that you have the qualifications and experience necessary for TechIOSH. Likewise, your NEBOSH Certificate must be dated after 2002 in order for it to be considered. NEBOSH Health & Safety at Work Qualification Affiliate Member NEBOSH Certificate / NEBOSH Fire Certificate /NEBOSH Construction Certificate / NEBOSH International Certificate / NEBOSH Environmental Certificate. Technician Member (TechIOSH) NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health Graduate Member (GradIOSH) Skills portfolio and professional peer review Chartered Member (CMIOSH) The UK’s most popular health and safety qualification! // Page 5 “ The NEBOSH Certificate is the UK’s most popular health and safety qualification. Because it’s so well known and highly regarded it’s ideal if you’re looking to launch a career in safety. The course consists of three units, the first two are assessed by exams and the third by a practical assessment. Once successfully completed candidates meet the academic requirements for Technical Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH) and associate membership of the IIRSM. For those working overseas, there’s the increasingly popular NEBOSH International Certificate. It’s now also possible to add separate fire, or construction modules on to the first unit to create additional stand alone qualifications. What is the NEBOSH Certificate?” A rigorous, demanding yet increasingly popular qualification // Page 6 “ The NEBOSH Diploma is a prestigious and highly respected qualification, ultimately enabling Chartered (CMIOSH) status. Divided into four units (three assessed by exams and one by an assignment), it’s a rigorous and demanding course which never the less grows in popularity as safety professionals continue to recognise the benefits of holding such a qualification. There are alternative routes to CMIOSH status but arguably the diploma remains the most highly regarded and transferable across job role and sector and therefore stands candidates in good stead for the future. What is the NEBOSH Diploma?” Exams taken in over 100 countries NEBOSH in Numbers: The stats behind the success // Page 7 Todate,morethan150,000candidateshavepassedtheNEBOSHCertificate¾OSH roles advertised in the UK require a NEBOSH qualification30,000people sit a NEBOSH exam each year 10,000of whom are overseas.NEBOSH offer:3Awards9 Certificates3Diplomas Qualifications are available in 6 languages. OSH Career: Insider tips // Page 8 In keeping with their commitment to helping professionals find health and safety jobs, Shirley Parsons Associates (the largest privately owned specialist Health, Safety and Environmental recruitment business in the UK) offers the following insider tips to help you make the next move: 1.) Can you name three key attributes that employers look for in a health, safety or environmental candidate? Qualifications – the NEBOSH Certificate is considered a minimum for an entry level health and safety role, and the Diploma is almost always necessary for safety management roles. Track record – demonstrating what you’ve achieved in your working career as a whole, not necessarily just in any safety-related roles. Be the ‘right fit’ – admittedly difficult to assess, this relates to attitude. Experiences outside of work can be a useful gauge. 2.) Do you have any tips for anyone putting together their CV? How could they best ensure they stand out from the crowd? Your CV must be clear and concise. It must be easy to read, so bullet points are useful and not more than 2-3 pages in length. You should present your CV how you would wish to present yourself: smart, logical and clear. Obviously typing or spelling mistakes are a big no-no. Also, be descriptive in each role when outlining the environments you have worked in and your achievements. 3.) Are cover letters essential, and if so what should they include? If you’re applying directly then you should include a cover letter but make sure it’s 100% relevant to the job you are applying for and not generic! It must state why you want the role and what skills and attributes you would bring. If you’re applying via a specialist agency they will put together a summary sheet to send with your application which will explain why you’re suitable for the role. “ For all HSE roles, NEBOSH offer the most recognised qualifications” // Page 9 4. What advice would you give to anyone looking to move into their first health, safety and environmental role? Ensure your CV is very well presented and includes any experience you have (no matter how small), as this gets you through the door. Beyond that, make sure you prepare comprehensively for interviews – research what questions you may be asked and what questions you wish to ask. Ideally, you also really need to get a NEBOSH Certificate under you belt – even if it means self- funding it as unless you’re moving internally employers almost always consider this a prerequisite for a role in safety. 5. What about candidates looking to progress into managerial or specialist safety roles? Read around the subject (be it a technical specialism or management skills) and take on whatever responsibility you possibly can. Speak to people doing the job already and tap into their first hand knowledge. Really you’ll need the NEBOSH Diploma as in order to manage a team you’ll need the credibility that this qualification affords. There are instances where those with very good management skills lead a team of individuals who are equally, or even better qualified, than themselves but this is rare. The NVQ 5 of course offers an alternative route to apply for CMIOSH status but it is our experience that employers prefer the NEBOSH route. 6. In your experience are NEBOSH qualifications sought after by employers? If so, in which sectors, and for which roles? Yes, definitely! For all HS&E roles, in all sectors , NEBOSH offer the most recognised qualifications. “ The job market generally has picked up across the board” // Page 10 7. What trends do you expect to see played out in the field of health and safety over the next few years, and how should candidates best ensure they’re able to respond? The job market generally has picked up across the board and is currently buoyant. We’re seeing more opportunities, particularly in construction, which is bolstered by roles created by large-scale infrastructure projects. As is typical we’re busiest in the South-East but generally there’s a lot going on nationwide. Candidates should make sure that they keep their CV, qualifications and CPD (continuing professional development) up to date. Also, as most recruitment processes will involve a presentation at some stage it’s a good idea to practise these skills at any opportunity. We’re also seeing an increased shift towards behavioural safety as firms raise their standards from achieving compliance to creating a health and safety culture. Candidates should look to develop in being able to deliver in this area as much as possible. NEBOSH Exams: Your Command Word Guide // Page 11 A quick look at the examiner’s comments from past NEBOSH Certificate exams reveals that candidates frequently fail to answer the question as it is set. This handy guide should help anyone sitting a NEBOSH Certificate avoid this common pitfall. “Identify” To give reference to an item, which could be its name or title. Normally a word or phrase will be sufficient, providing the reference is clear. “Give” To offer for consideration, acceptance, or use of another. For example, “Give an example of”; “Give the meaning of”. “Outline” To indicate the principal features or different parts of. An exhaustive description is not required. Instead opt for a brief summary of the major aspects. “Describe” To give a detailed written account of the distinctive features of a subject. The account should be factual, without any uploads/Ingenierie_Lourd/ nebosh-study-guide 2 .pdf