NEBOSH General Certificate in Rainham, Kent (Classroom)

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety – Rainham, Kent

This classroom-based NEBOSH General Certificate is delivered at Lighthouse Safety's Rainham training centre and gives managers, supervisors and safety representatives a thorough grounding in workplace health and safety management. The qualification is split across two assessed units, NG1 and NG2, and is widely recognised as the standard entry-level qualification for anyone moving into a health and safety role.

Course Location

Delivered face-to-face at Lighthouse Safety's training rooms, 18 Ivy Street, Rainham, Kent ME8 8BE.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers and supervisors with health and safety responsibilities
• Safety representatives and committee members
• Anyone starting a career in occupational health and safety
• Staff preparing for further professional study, including NVQ or diploma routes

Course Content

NG1 – Management of Health and Safety

• Why health and safety matters and the moral, legal and financial reasons for managing it
• How health and safety management systems work, including policy and organising for safety
• Building a positive safety culture and improving safety behaviours
• Risk assessment and the general principles of controlling risk
• Investigating and recording accidents and incidents, and monitoring safety performance

NG2 – Controlling Workplace Hazards

• Movement of people and vehicles around the workplace
• Manual and mechanical handling activities
• Work equipment hazards and controls
• Electrical safety
• Fire safety and emergency arrangements
• Chemical and biological agents
• Physical and psychological health hazards

The course also includes preparation for the NG2 practical risk assessment project, a workplace-based assessment that delegates complete and submit after the course.

Course Duration

This course runs over two separate teaching weeks, followed by the NEBOSH Open Book Exam, which delegates complete within a 24-hour window after the final week.

Assessment

Delegates sit an open book exam covering both NG1 and NG2, and complete a separate practical risk assessment assignment based on a real workplace.

Certification

Successful candidates receive the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, a qualification recognised by employers across the UK and internationally, and which supports progression to Technician membership (TechIOSH) of IOSH.

Why Take This Course?

The classroom format at Rainham suits delegates who prefer face-to-face learning, group discussion and direct access to tutors throughout the course.

Book Your NEBOSH General Certificate

Book your place on the Rainham NEBOSH General Certificate course to gain a recognised qualification and build practical skills in managing workplace health and safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous health and safety experience to take this course?

No. The NEBOSH General Certificate is designed as an entry-level qualification and is suitable for managers, supervisors and safety representatives with no prior formal health and safety training.

What is included in the course price?

The price covers tuition, NEBOSH exam fees, course materials, the Lighthouse Safety course guide, and refreshments throughout the course.

How is the qualification assessed?

Assessment is via the NEBOSH Open Book Exam, completed within 24 hours of the final teaching day, plus a separate practical risk assessment project carried out in the delegate's own workplace.

How long does it take to get my results and certificate?

Results are typically issued around 11 weeks after the exam, with certificates following approximately 16 weeks after the course ends.

Related Courses

• NEBOSH courses
• IOSH courses
• CITB courses
• Construction & Engineering courses
• Health, Safety & Care courses

For short courses a completion certificate is available at the end of the course. You can screenshot this or print it out to confirm completion of the training.

For accredited courses a certificate will be sent directly to you from the appropriate awarding body.

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Connection quality is the responsibility of the delegate. If you need to download free video conferencing software please visit our video conferencing software page where you can download the software specified by Lighthouse Safety.

E-learning and Online (Instructor-led) training is more flexible, efficient, and cost-effective.

Short online courses also help employers to demonstrate that they have fulfilled their legal duties to ensure their personnel have been adequately trained.

Once the courses have been completed, a confirmation of results can be saved or printed as evidence. This can then be kept on record as evidence of suitable training.

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At Lighthouse Safety, we provide professional health, safety, environmental, and compliance training designed to help businesses operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with current legislation. Established in 2004, we have built a strong reputation for delivering practical, high-quality training and consultancy services across construction, manufacturing, retail, office, and commercial sectors throughout the UK. From accredited qualifications including NEBOSH, IOSH, CITB, Qualsafe and Mental Health First Aid, to bespoke compliance support, site inspections, RAMS, risk assessments, and retained safety consultancy, our experienced team works closely with businesses to provide practical solutions that support safer working environments, legal compliance, and long-term operational success.

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