Programme Overview

The NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety is internationally recognized as the benchmark qualification for health and safety professionals.

This programme prepares learners for the NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or NEBOSH National General Certificate (NGC) examination and assessment while providing practical workplace health and safety knowledge applicable across all industries.

The programme develops competency in:

• Hazard Identification
• Risk Assessment
• Occupational Health
• Fire Safety
• Workplace Safety
• Environmental Awareness
• Safety Management Systems
• Incident Investigation
• Legal Compliance

This qualification is highly valued by employers in:

• Construction
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Energy & Utilities
• Oil & Gas
• Mining
• Transportation
• Healthcare
• Facilities Management
• Government Agencies

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Duration

16 Weeks (4 Months)

Study Commitment

• 2 Live Instructor-Led Sessions Per Week
• Weekly Tutorials
• Practical Workshops
• NEBOSH Examination Preparation
• Workplace Risk Assessment Project

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Delivery Mode

✅ Live Online Classes

✅ Interactive Workshops

✅ Practical Case Studies

✅ Examination Preparation Sessions

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Programme Fee

Standard Tuition Fee

£2,495

Early Bird Fee

£2,195

Registration Fee

£75

NEBOSH Examination & Registration Fee

£650

Complete Package (Tuition + Exam Registration)

£3,145

Flexible Payment Plan

• £750 Deposit
• Balance payable in 4 monthly installments

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Course Structure

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Unit 1: Health & Safety Management Fundamentals

Weeks 1 – 2

Topics Covered

• Why Health & Safety Matters
• Moral, Legal & Financial Reasons for Managing Safety
• Health & Safety Management Systems
• HSG65 Framework
• ISO 45001 Overview
• Roles & Responsibilities

Practical Workshop

Health & Safety Management System Review

Learning Outcome

Understand how effective health and safety management contributes to organizational success.

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Unit 2: Health & Safety Leadership & Culture

Week 3

Topics Covered

• Safety Leadership
• Safety Culture
• Behavioural Safety
• Worker Engagement
• Communication Strategies
• Leadership Responsibilities

Practical Exercise

Safety Culture Assessment

Learning Outcome

Develop leadership skills that improve workplace safety performance.

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Unit 3: Risk Assessment & Risk Control

Weeks 4 – 5

Topics Covered

• Hazard Identification
• Risk Assessment Process
• Risk Evaluation
• Hierarchy of Controls
• Safe Systems of Work
• Dynamic Risk Assessment

Practical Workshop

Comprehensive Risk Assessment Exercise

Learning Outcome

Conduct effective workplace risk assessments.

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Unit 4: Physical & Psychological Health Risks

Week 6

Topics Covered

• Workplace Stress
• Mental Health Awareness
• Ergonomics
• Manual Handling
• Workplace Fatigue
• Occupational Wellbeing

Practical Activity

Workplace Health Risk Assessment

Learning Outcome

Identify and manage occupational health risks.

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Unit 5: Hazardous Substances & Occupational Health

Week 7

Topics Covered

• Chemical Hazards
• COSHH Principles
• Biological Hazards
• Hazardous Material Handling
• Exposure Monitoring
• Occupational Diseases

Practical Workshop

Hazardous Substance Risk Assessment

Learning Outcome

Manage health risks associated with hazardous substances.

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Unit 6: Fire Safety Management

Week 8

Topics Covered

• Fire Triangle
• Fire Prevention
• Fire Risk Assessments
• Fire Protection Systems
• Emergency Evacuation Procedures
• Fire Safety Legislation

Practical Project

Fire Risk Assessment

Learning Outcome

Implement workplace fire prevention and emergency response measures.

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Unit 7: Workplace Equipment & Machinery Safety

Week 9

Topics Covered

• Machinery Hazards
• Equipment Safety Controls
• Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO)
• Workplace Inspections
• Maintenance Safety
• Mechanical Hazards

Practical Exercise

Machinery Safety Audit

Learning Outcome

Identify and control equipment-related workplace hazards.

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Unit 8: Electrical Safety

Week 10

Topics Covered

• Electrical Hazards
• Safe Electrical Systems
• Portable Appliance Safety
• Electrical Isolation
• Inspection & Testing
• Electrical Risk Control

Practical Workshop

Electrical Safety Inspection

Learning Outcome

Understand electrical safety requirements and controls.

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Unit 9: Construction & Workplace Safety

Week 11

Topics Covered

• Construction Hazards
• Working at Height
• Excavation Safety
• Confined Spaces
• Site Safety Management
• Contractor Management

Practical Project

Construction Safety Assessment

Learning Outcome

Apply occupational safety principles to construction and engineering environments.

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Unit 10: Incident Investigation & Emergency Planning

Week 12

Topics Covered

• Incident Investigation Methods
• Root Cause Analysis
• Corrective Actions
• Emergency Planning
• Crisis Response
• Business Continuity

Practical Workshop

Accident Investigation Exercise

Learning Outcome

Investigate incidents and implement preventive measures.

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Unit 11: Monitoring, Auditing & Performance Measurement

Week 13

Topics Covered

• Active Monitoring
• Reactive Monitoring
• Workplace Inspections
• Health & Safety Audits
• Safety Performance Indicators
• Continuous Improvement

Practical Exercise

Health & Safety Audit Project

Learning Outcome

Measure and improve workplace safety performance.

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Unit 12: Environmental Management Awareness

Week 14

Topics Covered

• Environmental Hazards
• Waste Management
• Pollution Prevention
• Sustainability Principles
• Environmental Risk Assessment
• ESG Fundamentals

Practical Workshop

Environmental Assessment Exercise

Learning Outcome

Understand the relationship between safety, health, and environmental management.

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Unit 13: NEBOSH Assessment Preparation

Week 15

Topics Covered

• Open Book Examination Preparation
• Scenario-Based Assessment
• Examination Techniques
• Revision Workshops
• Case Study Analysis
• Assessment Guidance

Practical Activity

Mock Assessment

Learning Outcome

Prepare effectively for NEBOSH examinations.

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Unit 14: Employability & Professional Development

Week 16

Topics Covered

• Health & Safety Career Pathways
• Professional Memberships (IOSH, IIRSM)
• CV Development
• LinkedIn Optimization
• Interview Preparation
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Practical Activity

Professional Development Plan

Learning Outcome

Position yourself for career advancement in health and safety.

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NEBOSH Practical Assessment

Workplace Health & Safety Risk Assessment Project

Participants will complete a workplace-based practical assessment aligned with NEBOSH requirements.

Project Deliverables

• Hazard Identification
• Risk Evaluation
• Risk Control Recommendations
• Action Plan
• Safety Improvement Strategy

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Software & Tools Covered

Health & Safety Tools

• Risk Assessment Templates
• Incident Investigation Forms
• Audit Checklists
• Safety Inspection Reports
• Safety Performance Dashboards

Digital Tools

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Power BI (Introduction)
• Digital Safety Reporting Systems

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Professional Certifications Awarded

GDSL Professional Certificate in

NEBOSH General Certificate Preparation

External Qualification

🏆 NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)

or

🏆 NEBOSH National General Certificate (NGC)

(Subject to successful completion of official NEBOSH assessments)

Additional Certificates

• Workplace Risk Assessment
• Fire Safety Management
• Occupational Health Awareness
• Incident Investigation
• Safety Auditing & Inspection

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Practical Projects Included

✅ Workplace Risk Assessment

✅ Fire Risk Assessment

✅ Accident Investigation Exercise

✅ Construction Safety Assessment

✅ Safety Audit Project

✅ NEBOSH Practical Assessment Preparation

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Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Health & Safety Roles

• Health & Safety Officer
• HSE Officer
• Safety Advisor
• Safety Coordinator
• Compliance Officer

Construction & Engineering Roles

• Construction Safety Officer
• Site HSE Coordinator
• Engineering Safety Officer

Energy & Industrial Roles

• HSE Technician
• Operations Safety Coordinator
• Occupational Health & Safety Advisor

Management Roles

• HSE Manager (with experience)
• Risk & Compliance Officer
• Safety Supervisor

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Entry Requirements

Suitable For

• Supervisors
• Managers
• Engineers
• Construction Professionals
• Energy Professionals
• Safety Representatives
• Graduates
• Career Changers

No Previous NEBOSH Qualification Required

IOSH Managing Safely is beneficial but not mandatory.

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Programme Benefits

Every Student Receives

✅ NEBOSH Study Materials

✅ Risk Assessment Templates

✅ Mock Examinations

✅ Tutor Support

✅ Career Coaching

✅ Professional CV Development

✅ LinkedIn Optimization

✅ Interview Preparation

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Why Choose GDSL?

🏆 Internationally Recognized Qualification

🌍 Highly Valued by Employers Worldwide

🦺 Strong Focus on Practical Workplace Safety

⚠️ Comprehensive Risk Assessment Training

🏗 Applicable Across All Industries

🎓 Professional Certification Support

💼 Career Advancement Opportunities

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Gain one of the most respected occupational health and safety qualifications and unlock opportunities in construction, engineering, energy, manufacturing, and global industry.

Duration

16 Weeks

Tuition Fee

£2,495

Complete Package (Including NEBOSH Registration & Assessment)

£3,145

Delivery Mode

Live Online + Practical Workshops

Next Intake

Quarterly

Included

• Health & Safety Management Systems
• Risk Assessment & Control
• Fire Safety Management
• Occupational Health
• Incident Investigation
• Safety Auditing
• NEBOSH Exam Preparation
• Career Development Support

Ideal Candidates

🦺 Health & Safety Professionals

🏗 Construction Supervisors

⚙️ Engineers

🏭 Manufacturing Personnel

⚡ Energy & Utility Workers

👔 Managers & Team Leaders

🎓 Graduates

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Recommended GDSL Career Pathway

IOSH Managing Safely® → NEBOSH General Certificate → Occupational Health & Safety Engineering Management → Industrial Safety & Loss Prevention → HSE Leadership & Management

This pathway provides a structured progression from foundational workplace safety management to advanced health, safety, environmental, and leadership roles across global industries..