NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction - UK
The NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) course provides a broad understanding of construction related health & safety issues and is an essential qualification for anyone with health & safety responsibilities in the construction industry. Aligned to Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) regulations, the qualification is guided by legislation but focused on best practice.
NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) qualification is ideal for: construction site managers, contracts managers, site workers with health & safety responsibilities and construction health & safety advisors.
Benefits of achieving the NEBOSH Construction Certificate
- Boost your career prospects; the NEBOSH Construction Certificate is valued by employers globally.
- For information about Professional Recognitions click here
CITB funding available for this course for companies registered to the Levy - find out more here
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For those looking for ultimate flexibility with their studies, RRC's Online courses are the ideal choice. Accessed via our Learning Centre, our online courses are structured to allow you to work through the materials at a time and pace that suits you. So whether you're juggling work and training, or a busy home life, RRC's Online courses will allow you to learn whenever, wherever you choose.
Courses are available to access 24/7, and support is available from our expert tutors, customer service and exams team whenever you need it.
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Why Choose RRC for your NEBOSH Construction Certificate?
RRC offer our NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) course in a range of learning methods to suit every learner:
- Online: Flexible, self paced study, around 110 hours + assessment - available 24/7 worldwide
- Live Online: Real time, interactive and tutor led virtual workshops, 10 Days + assessment - join from anywhere in the world. Courses are scheduled to align with the assessment dates to give our learners the best chance at success.
- Classroom: Tutor led in-person course, 10 day + assessment. Courses are scheduled to align with the assessment dates to give our learners the best chance at success.
- In-Company Training: Delivered in a time and place that suits your organisation, with the ability to tailor content to suit your organisation and industry.
RRC offer you a premium service as a leading Health & Safety training provider:
- RRC is a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner - Guaranteeing you the best learning experience
- Over 90 years of experience in professional training & education
- Over 45 years of experience in delivering health & safety training
- Wide range of learning methods to suit the needs of every learner
- Teaching and support from a team of 50 expert tutors
- Dedicated in-house support teams to help you throughout your studies
- Eligible for TOTUM Pro membership
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Course Details at a Glance
Education Level: Level 4 | Hours of Study: 108 + Assessment | Tuition Period: 18 months
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Course Content
The NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) is aligned to Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) regulations and is guided by legislation but focused on best practice. On completion of the qualification you will be able to:
- advise on duties and manage construction risks under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
- justify the need for health and safety improvements
- produce or contribute to a construction phase plan
- help your organisation to manage contractors
- positively influence health and safety culture and behaviour
- carry out a risk assessment of a construction site and manage a range of construction hazards
- recognise workplace changes and their impacts, and understand how to minimise these impacts
- develop basic safe systems of work that include emergency arrangements and know when to use a permit-to-work system
- take part in incident investigations
The qualification is made up of one unit which must be successfully completed within 5 years to achieve the NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) qualification:
Unit CN1: Managing Construction Safely
- The foundations of construction health and safety management
- Improving health and safety culture and assessing risk
- Managing change and procedures
- Excavation
- Demolition
- Mobile plant and vehicles
- Working at height
- Musculoskeletal health and load handling
- Work equipment
- Electricity
- Fire
- Chemical and biological agents
- Physical and psychological health
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
It is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus. NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests. Read more about language requirements for NEBOSH qualifications.
Important note: NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) is a standalone qualification. This means that you will not be able to use units from other NEBOSH qualifications against any part of this qualification.
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Assessment Details
Assessment:
- Unit CN1 is assessed by a scenario based Open Book Exam completed at home. It will take around 8 hours and you have 48 hours to complete the assessment and return it to NEBOSH.
Exams are available every 3 months throughout the year. We schedule our Classroom and Live Online courses around these exam dates to ensure you have the best chance of success.
View all upcoming NEBOSH Assessment Dates here.
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Payment Plans
You can access a range of finance options when you book a course with RRC. All customers can access RRC's own payment plans, where you can split your course fee in up to 4 payments (including initial deposit).
UK-based customers can also pay for their course with Klarna or can apply for interest-free finance plans through our partnership with Omni Financial. This option is subject to status and traditional credit checks. T&Cs apply.
You can find out more about the payment plan options available here.
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CITB Funding
The NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) is eligible for funding support from CITB. This can be used on any training method and allows you to access up to £600 or 50% of the course fee (whichever is the lesser) paid for by CITB. Ask a member of the team to find out how to access Levy funding. Find out more about the CITB levy here.
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FAQs
How does the assessment work for the NEBOSH Construction Certificate?
There is one assessment for the NEBOSH Construction course.
- Unit CN1 is assessed by an open book, scenario based assessment which is completed at home and should take around 8 hours to complete. You have 48 hours to complete the assessment and submit it to NEBOSH.
Pass Standards
- Unit CN1: 45 marks
Can I try the Online course before I buy?Yes, you can sign up for a free online course trial here. This will give you access to a restricted section of the course materials on Learning Centre so that you can get a feel of how the Online course is structured and the range of resources and activities available.What does Gold Learning Partner mean?RRC are delighted to have been evaluated as a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner, the highest level in the NEBOSH Learning Partner programme.
In September 2019 NEBOSH introduced a Learning Partner Programme which recognises those Learning Partners that provide learners with the best possible learning experience. The programme categorises Learning partners based on the level at which they meet or exceed their Learning Excellence Principles.
By holding Gold Learning Partner status, RRC has demonstrated that we greatly exceed the principles in our development and delivery of our courses, as well as our customer service.
You can find our more about principles and scheme here.
How long does it take to complete the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK)?This will depend on how you choose to study.
- Classroom and Live Online courses are taught over 2 weeks (10 days) plus the assessment which takes around 8 hours to complete.
- The Online course takes around 110 hours to complete plus the 8 hours for the assessment. We would expect learners to complete this course in around 4-8 months, depending on the time they allocate each week to their studies.
What is the difference between Online, Live Online, e-Learning and Distance Learning?Live Online is delivered in real time through Zoom and is very similar to a classroom course. The tutor will deliver the course with breaks to allow time for group work, exercises and private study.
Online & e-Learning are just different words for the same thing and mean a flexible self study course delivery with tutor support you can access via email. Distance Learning means learning at a distance but is commonly used to describe the more traditional paper based study.
What is the difference between the UK and International Construction Certificate?The UK Certificate is based on UK legislation, specifically the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) regulations. If you are planning to work in the UK at any point, we would highly recommend you complete the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) so that you have a clear understanding of the UK specific standards.
The International Certificate is based on International Standards of Best Practice, and does not include reference to any specific legislation. If you are not planning on working in the UK, the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (International) is the best choice.
What education level is the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK)?The NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) is a level 7 qualification (SCQF), which is the equivalent of level 5 (EQF), or to A-levels in the UK.
Is the certificate I receive the same if I study Online as when I study in the Classroom?Yes, the certificate is the exact same no matter how you choose to study. You cannot tell the method of study from the certificate.
What happens if I fail my assessment?If you do not pass your assessment, you can book a resit with our exams team. There is no limit to the number of times you can resit, as long as you are within your tuition period.
Please note you will need to pay the NEBOSH assessment fee again along with a small RRC administration fee.
You can find more advice on what to do if you're referred and the options available here, including accessing support, booking your resit and challenging your result.
Can I access past papers for the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK)?As Unit CN1 is a scenario based question paper, previous exam papers will not help you in your studies. NEBOSH do provide extensive guidance and examples on their website https://www.nebosh.org.uk/open-book-examinations/ which is very helpful in preparing for the assessments.
RRC do offer learners the opportunity to complete a mock assessment. It can be accessed via the Learning Centre, and includes a self-marking process to help you better understand how your answers will be marked. You can also send your mock assessment to your tutor, who can provide you with more feedback on your answer and help you direct your revision.
Am I eligible for TOTUM Pro membership?Yes, when you study the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) with RRC you are eligible to sign up for TOTUM Pro. This is a discount scheme that gives you access to exclusive discounts, offers and vouchers from hundreds of retailers. You can find out more about the scheme here.
What professional recognitions am I eligible for with the UK Construction Certificate?Please visit our Professional Recognition page for the full list of recognitions you are eligible for with the NEBOSH Health & Safety Management for Construction (UK).
Can I use CITB funding to help pay for my NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK)?Yes, if your employer is registered for the CITB Levy, they can access CITB funding to help pay for your NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK). You can find out more information here.
If you would like to use CITB Training Funding to pay for your course, please reach out to our Customer Advisory Team, who can help you navigate the process.
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