NEBOSH Certificate in

Environmental

Management

Overview

This qualification is aimed at assisting general manages, supervisors and employees who have a responsibility for managing environmental risks in the work place

Recognised Environmental Qualification

Focuses on UK law and environmental management systems

Provides delegates with the necessary tools to manage environmental issues successfully and ensure compliance

Provides a sound basis for progression on to the NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management

In the last 24 months the number of candidates registering has risen by 150%

Delegate Benefits Gain an internationally well respected flagship

qualification

Course is delivered over a short period of time

Demonstrates competency

Increases environmental awareness and knowledge

Improves current work role and increases chance of

being appointed in a new role

Qualification is recognised by IEMA and can apply for

IEMA affiliate status

Business Benefits Delivery is flexible round client business needs

Inclusion of material specifically relevant to company workplaces

Demonstrates a commitment to the environment

Competent staff

Improves company performance

Continuous environmental improvements

Gain a competitive edge by providing increased value to clients

Increase revenue through improved brand

Reduce costs through improvements and conservation

Course Content Unit NEC1: Management and Control of Environmental Hazards

Foundations of Environmental Management

Environmental Management Systems

Environmental Impact Assessments

Control of Emissions to Air

Control of Contamination of Water Sources

Control of Waste and Land Use

Sources of Use of Energy and Energy Efficiency

Control of Environmental Noise

Planning for and Dealing with Environmental Emergencies

Unit NEC2: Workplace-based Practical Project

Course Materials

Course workbooks and material

Interactive hands on approach

Case studies

Past exam papers to practice in preparation of

exam

Course Duration The course is delivered over 5 days (consecutive days or can be

flexible)

Course delivered in workplace or open courses held at EMS

The exam is within a month of the course

Self Study – between 20 and 30 hours

Practical exam must be completed within 14 days of the written

exam

Examination

Unit NEC1 is assessed by a two-hour written

exam.

Unit NEC2 is assessed by a workplace-based

practical assessment (an environmental review

of a workplace

2011 Pass Rates

NEC1 NEC2

Jan - Mar 11 86% 95%

Apr - Jun 11 74% 91%

Jun - Sep 11 64% 88%

Oct - Dec 11 76% 95%