NEBOSH Approved Safety Certificate (IGC) – Classroom

NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety from EHS International is one of the most widely recognised qualifications in the world. It gives managers, supervisors, and professionals the skills and confidence to manage workplace risks, improve safety performance, and build a strong safety culture.  

At EHS International, all our NEBOSH accredited tutors are also active Safety Professionals and deliver the course with a practical, real-world and ALARP approach. Every session connects theory with genuine industry practice and examples from construction, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and service sectors across Ireland and the UK. 

Please Note: We deliver public face to face courses in our Offices in Dublin and Cork.  We can also deliver PRIVATE courses on demand from our clients.   A 5% administrative fee will be applied to all approved refunds to cover processing costs.

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12 Days training in total;

10 Days Learning – Blended (in classroom and online via webinar)

1 Day refresher of the modules for learners who request this

1 Day allocated for Closing Interviews (15 mins max per attendee at a time of their choosing)

Available through flexible delivery formats to suit your schedule:

  • Classroom training, in Cork and Dublin
  • Virtual instructor-led training, live online sessions with our tutors
  • In-company programmes, tailored to your organisation’s needs

This course is ideal for:

  • Health and Safety Officers or Advisors
  • Line Managers and Supervisors
  • Professionals responsible for compliance, safety, or risk management
  • Individuals aiming for Tech IOSH membership or progressing to the NEBOSH Diploma

Whether you are starting your health and safety journey or formalising years of experience, this qualification provides the knowledge and credibility to make a real impact.

The NEBOSH International General Certificate is divided into two core units:

Unit NG1: Management of Health and Safety

  • The foundations of health and safety management
  • Managing risk: people, processes, and systems
  • Legal frameworks and enforcement
  • Monitoring, auditing, and continual improvement

Unit NG2: Risk Assessment

  • Identification and control of workplace hazards
  • Physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial risks
  • Preparing and submitting a practical workplace risk assessment

IG1 ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE

  • Assessment type: Open-book examination (OBE)
  • Format: Scenario-based questions, completed online within 24 hours
  • Purpose: To test theoretical knowledge of health and safety management
  • Requirements: You can use your course materials and internet sources, but you must demonstrate your own understanding and interpretation; you cannot copy content
  • Interview: An authenticity closing interview will follow

Unit IG2: Risk Assessment

  • Assessment type:

Practical risk assessment project

  • Format:

A practical risk assessment completed in your workplace or a public space over a 14-day period, followed by a 3-hour assessment window

  • Purpose:

To assess your ability to apply health and safety principles to a real-world scenario

  • Requirements:

Involves identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and proposing an action plan

Delegates who successfully complete the course and assessment will receive a certificate approved by NEBOSH.

  • Internationally respected and career-enhancing qualification
  • Builds competence and confidence in managing safety
  • Provides a strong foundation for higher-level NEBOSH and IOSH courses
  • Develops practical, transferable skills for safer, more efficient workplaces
  • Strengthens safety performance and legal compliance
  • Reduces workplace accidents, insurance costs, and downtime
  • Demonstrates a clear commitment to best practice and employee wellbeing
  • Supports ISO 45001 certification and continuous improvement

Familiarity with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the General Applications Regulations. The Regulations were first introduced in 2007 under Statutory Instrument Number S.I. No. 299 of 2007, which was amended by:

Together all these Regulations are known as the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2020 and are available to download from the Irish Statute Book.

Some understanding of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 would be an advantage

A good command of the English language is required for this course especially for interpreting regulations, preparing safety documentation and communicating effectively on site. For learners who do not speak English as a first language we provide an initial language assessment to determine of additional support is needed for understanding course materials and assessments in English.

Photo ID on the last day of the course for the assessment.

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Our team will help you find the best course dates and format for your needs.

📞 Cork: 021 206 6006 | Dublin: 01 905 8899
📧 [email protected]

🌐 www.ehsinternational.com

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Book Online Now by choosing a course date above. Alternatively you can contact the team on the phone at +353 (0)21 206 6006 or email us on [email protected]

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