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%