National Construction Certificate

NEBOSH National Construction Certificate

It is likely to prove useful for those concerned with the management of buildings who may need to ensure that contractors are working safely. The qualification meets the academic requirements for Technician Membership (Tech IOSH) of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and Associate membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).

Course Content

The syllabus comprises three units that are separately assessed by examination:

• Unit NGC 1: Management of health and safety
• Unit NCC 1: Managing and controlling hazards in construction activities
• Unit NCC 2: Construction health and safety practical application.

Distance Learning Programme

ATM Safety & Environment run a distance learning programme for the National Construction Certificate. The course materials consist of course notes produced by ATM Safety & Environment, a course textbook and coursework designed to take students through the syllabus and prepare them for the written examination. Coursework is marked by ATM Safety & Environment and does not count towards the award.

Examinations

The written examinations are held four times a year and can be taken in the UK, at British Council Offices overseas or by special arrangement at other establishments.

Practical Assessment (NCC2)

The practical must be carried out within 14 days either side of the written examination on a site carrying out a construction activity. ATM Safety & Environment can arrange for a practical to be taken in the Coventry area on the Thursday afternoon after the written exam. Candidates who are unable to attend this practical can take the practical elsewhere provided they arrange for a responsible senior manager to supervise the practical. The supervisor must ensure that the workplace inspection is conducted under examination conditions and the report sent to ATM Safety & Environment for marking as soon as it is completed. Candidates must not refer to reference materials such as course notes and textbooks when completing the practical.

Payment Options

NEBOSH Fees:

For UK examination sittings, NEBOSH enrolment and examination registration fees should be paid directly to NEBOSH. Forms will be provided as necessary. The fees quoted on this webpage are valid to August 2010.

In-company or group courses

Group courses by distance learning with tutorial support can be arranged on request for the National Certificate, the International Certificate or the National Construction Certificate. Candidates are expected to study the material and complete the coursework provided prior to attendance at the tutorials, which are designed primarily to provide a revision programme and instruction in examination technique. Tutorial programmes can be tailored to local requirements. A local examination sitting (minimum number 8) can be arranged at anytime of the year for these courses.

Value Added Tax (VAT)

VAT currently at 17.5% is charged on all courses purchased in the UK. EU customers do not pay VAT if the course is purchased for business use. Overseas students outside of the EU do not pay VAT. VAT is not charged on NEBOSH examination fees.