Nebosh International Gneneral Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Health and Safety is a globally recognised qualification held by more than 90,000 health and safety practitioners in 167 countries.

The qualification is designed for managers, supervisors, worker representatives and others who require an understanding of health and safety principles and practices.

The qualification is relevant to every workplace. Having the IGC is good for career prospects as it boosts a person’s standing in their current role and can help them progress.

NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health is offered by VHNZ in association with SHEilds Ltd, accredited NEBOSH Centre 548.

The NEBOSH International General Certificate is split into two units of study delivered via e-learning, each of which is assessed separately. The programme is delivered as follows:

UNIT IG1: MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH AND SAFETY

*Assessed by Examination (IG1)
Four to Five hours arranged by SHEilds

• Why we should manage workplace health and safety
• How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
• Managing risks – understanding people and processes
• Health and safety monitoring and measuring

UNIT IG2: RISK MANAGEMENT

*Assessed by a Practical assessment IG2
Three hours arranged by SHEilds

• Physical and psychological health
• Musculoskeletal health
• Chemical and biological agents
• General workplace issues
• Workplace equipment

This is an online e-learning course

• Fire
• Electricity

Vertical Horizonz New Zealand (VHNZ) was registered as a Private Training Establishment (PTE) with NZQA in 1998 and has over 25 years' experience in providing NZQA accredited safety training.

A recognised industry leader, we have 100+ staff, 120+ trainers and 110+ courses on offer giving us the capacity and capabilities to deliver nationwide training.