Consider reading this informative blog that answers your NEBOSH-related questions. Happy Learning!

1. NEBOSH FAQS II:
1. What is NEBOSH/What does NEBOSH stand for?
NEBOSH stands for the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and
Health. It is an international safety board headquartered in the United Kingdom that
is well-known for its internationally recognized, high-graded safety courses founded
in the United Kingdom in 1979. NEBOSH Courses include 5 Awards, 12 Certificates,
4 Diplomas, and 2 Masters.
2. What makes NEBOSH courses unique?
Since NEBOSH courses are known for their high-quality HSE (Health, Safety, and
Environment) syllabus, they continue to be the gold standard qualification. As a
result, 90 percent of HSE job openings prefer NEBOSH certification. Employers see
NEBOSH certification as a compelling reason for hiring employees with NEBOSH
certification because it is one of the top HSE benchmark qualifications. Thus,
NEBOSH courses are unique in their ability to assist you in your creative or
promotional activities in your career.
3. How do I select a learning partner for NEBOSH courses?
Certain things must be considered when selecting a learning partner. Check to see if
the NEBOSH learning partner is a gold learning partner. Aside from that, you can
prioritise factors such as,

2.  Mode of study
 Course structure
 Language
 Location
 Cost
 Customer support
 Organization’s experience and credentials
 Trainers’ proven record
4. What jobs can I get after NEBOSH?
NEBOSH is one of the standard qualifications required for a number of roles in the
health and safety industries that deal with hazards associated with the human body.
Hence, there are many career opportunities available for those who successfully
complete NEBOSH courses in the safety sector. Some HSE jobs are mentioned below:
Safety Officer
Health and Safety Auditor
Health and Safety Officer
Health and Safety Advisor
Health and Safety Manager
Health and Safety Consultant
Health and Safety Specialist
Fire Safety Officer
You can refer to these blogs for more details.
https://www.nistinstitute.com/blog/how-nebosh-igc-helps-with-job-
opportunities/
https://www.nistinstitute.com/blog/nebosh-process-safety-management/
https://www.nistinstitute.com/blog/where-nebosh-igc-is-headed-in-the-next-five-

3. years/
https://www.nistinstitute.com/blog/benefits-of-nebosh-courses/
https://www.nistinstitute.com/blog/what-jobs-can-i-get-with-nebosh-
qualification/
5. How do I find NEBOSH courses near me?
We are very pleased to provide expert advice about the different options available
in order to help you make an informed decision. To get in touch with our experts for
NEBOSH courses information, call us at + 91 8056000530 or email us at
info@nistinstitute.com so that we can help you get started.
6. What is NEBOSH OBE?
NEBOSH OBE stands for Open Book Examination. In contrast to typical paper-based
exams, the NEBOSH Open Book Examination allows students to access study
materials while taking the exam. However, students cannot copy and paste, nor can
they write the ideas or arguments presented in notes or on websites. Instead, the
ideas that have been learnt must be applied to scenario-based questions.
7. Is the NEBOSH marking system easier for the OBE pattern?
The marking process has not changed despite the change in exam pattern because
NEBOSH always maintains a rigorous correction (from traditional paper-based
examinations to open book exams) since NEBOSH courses are seen as the
benchmark for safety courses. For more information, please see the link below.
8. What is the pass mark for the OBE IGC exam?
The pass mark for NEBOSH OBE – IG1 is 45 percent, whereas IG2 is not graded, but
you will be shown ‘PASS’ if you passed the exam and ‘REFER’ if you failed it.
9. Is the NEBOSH Open Book Exam a permanent change?
There has been no notice from NEBOSH declaring any change as of yet
10. When will I get my NEBOSH certificate?
If you have passed a NEBOSH course, your certificate will be mailed to you within 20
working days

4. 11. When will I get the results for the NEBOSH exams?
The results will be available 50 working days from the examination date and will be
delivered to the email address registered with your learner record.
12. Will NEBOSH IGC expire?
No. NEBOSH qualifications do not expire, but it’s recommended to keep them up to
date for career improvement.
13. How can I re-sit for the NEBOSH exam?
If you decide to re-sit for your exam, you can do so after consulting your learning
partner and can register yourself for the exam again.
14. How long will it take to complete a NEBOSH qualification?
This depends on what qualification you choose, the timetable provided by your
learning partner and your learning hours. In general, you could spend for,
 NEBOSH IGC – 13 days for live online session E-learning-110 hours
 IDIP NEBOSH – 9 to 36 months
 IDip NEBOSH – 35 hours
 Edip NEBOSH – 119 hours
15. Are NEBOSH qualifications graded?
Yes. It is graded on a PASS/CREDIT/DISTINCTION scale. NEBOSH qualifications are
comprised of various units, and students are graded on each unit. When all units in a
qualification are successfully completed and meet the pass criteria, the marks in
these units are added together to calculate the grade. The number of points required
for each grade varies according to the qualification.
16. Are NEBOSH units graded?
You will see unit results such as PASS or REFER and the unit mark in the Result
Notification letter. Following the completion of all units within a specific award, all
marks will be added together to determine whether the student received a pass,
credit, or distinction.

5. 17. Is e-learning available for NEBOSH IGC?
Yes. E-learn option is available for NEBOSH IGC. For more details, call and get advice
from your learning partner.
18. What is the validity of NEBOSH courses?
NEBOSH courses are valid throughout life.
19. Is NEBOSH hard to pass?
Choosing the correct learning partner and allocating a good amount of time for self-
study will help you pass your NEBOSH studies successfully.
20. Is the Open Book Examination (OBE) easier than the previous
examination?
No. OBE questions requires you to use logical reasoning in workplace situations.
Though there is no invigilation for the OBE test and you are allowed to use any
resources, such as internet notes, etc., you cannot directly copy and paste such notes
but must instead refer to concepts, meanings, thoughts, ideas, and so on. An open
book examination is not an alternative to paper-based assessments; it’s a different
type of assessment where the majority of the questions will relate to what has been
taught, and so there is no need to learn new knowledge and skills to answer those
questions effectively, as they can be used in daily practise scenarios or in
professional settings.
21. Is NEBOSH a good qualification?
NEBOSH is a prestigious, professional, and highly qualified credential recognised by
employers in the world’s leading industries as one of the most significant
qualifications in the safety sector.
22. Can an employer get another NEBOSH qualification certificate for their
employees’ for their reference?
No, it cannot be issued and even if it were so, the original would be considered
invalid as it is not possible to issue multiple copies of the same certificate. You can
also refer to the cost of a replacement certificate in the ‘Learners fees list’ section on
the NEBOSH website.

6. 23. Can I self-study for NEBOSH?
It is always recommended to attend classes and obtain proper guidance from an
authorised learning partner as, it is difficult to prepare for NEBOSH exams without
the assistance of a learning partner.
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