With official permission from NEBOSH, Wharton Solutions is proudly offering NEBOSH courses in association with Gulf Academy of Safety
NEBOSH International General Certificate
in Occupational Health and Safety
Looking for a recognised health and safety qualification?
NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) is the leading accrediting body for health, safety and environmental qualification worldwide. Their qualifications help to save lives and prevent life-changing injuries by improving workplace safety standards globally.
NEBOSH courses are specifically designed to support the role of a modern day risk management professional. They are committed to helping organisations improve workplace safety and drive the health and safety profession forward.
Learning Methods
ClassRoom– The Classroom is our most exclusive offering. An exciting melting pot of traditional classroom learning to form the most flexible and learner-centric learning format to date.
Online – Our most popular format gifts learners the control to learn and study on their devices when and where they wish using Zoom APP. Learners will have access to the Wharton sustainable solution Track Smart and Exam Smart platforms to ensure their learning stays on track.
NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) – Course Details
The NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) is the world’s most trusted qualification for individuals aspiring to build expertise in workplace health & safety. Designed for all industries, the IGC provides a strong foundation in identifying, managing, and controlling workplace risks.
NEBOSH IGC Syllabus
IG1: Management of Health and Safety
(Theory Unit – Open Book Exam)
Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health & Safety
Element 2: How Health & Safety Management Systems Work and What They Look Like
Element 3: Managing Risk – Understanding People & Processes
Element 4: Health & Safety Monitoring & Measuring
IG2: Risk Assessment
(Practical Unit – Workplace-Based Risk Assessment Project)
Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health
Element 6: Musculoskeletal Health
Element 7: Chemical and Biological Agents
Element 8: General Workplace Issues
Element 9: Work Equipment
Element 10: Fire
Element 11: Electricity
Course assessments
Assessment is a two-step process.
• An online open-book assessment
• A 3-hour practical risk assessment to demonstrate the knowledge
You need to pass both assessments to achieve your NEBOSH International General Certificate.