Guide To The NEBOSH Certificate In Environmental
May 2012Guide to theNEBOSHCertificate inEnvironmentalManagement
Qualification title: NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental ManagementVersion: 5Specification date: May 2012Guide publication date: March 2016The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH),Dominus Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1QW.Registered Charity Number: 1010444Telephone:Fax:Email:Website: 44 (0) 116 263 4700 44 (0) 116 282 4000info@nebosh.org.ukwww.nebosh.org.uk NEBOSHAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system ortransmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, electrostatic, mechanical, photocopied orotherwise, without the express permission in writing from NEBOSH. NEBOSH 2016EC 290316 v5
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in EnvironmentalManagement (May 2012 .Unit assessmentUnit exemptionsAchieving the qualificationUnit pass standardsUnit certificatesQualification gradeQualification parchmentRe-sitting 5555Qualification structure2.12.22.32.32.42.52.62.73.Benefits for employersProfessional membershipQualification level and UK accreditationKey topics coveredCourse tuition and private study time requirementsEntry requirementsMinimum standard of English required for candidatesLegislationLegislative updatesNational Occupational Standards (NOS) and best practiceQualification typeQualification progressionProgrammes offered by NEBOSH-accredited course providersExamination datesSpecification dateSyllabus development and reviewFurther information for candidatesFurther information for accredited course providersRequests for access arrangements/reasonable adjustmentsRequests for special considerationEnquiries about results and appealsMalpractice99910Notes for tutors4.14.24.34.4Tutor referencesTeaching of unitsConflict of interestMinimum standard of English required for tutors NEBOSH 201611111111
5.Syllabus for the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management (May 2012specification)125.1 Unit EC1: Management and control of environmental hazardsElement 1:Foundations in environmental managementElement 2:Environmental management systemsElement 3:Environmental impact assessmentsElement 4:Control of emissions to airElement 5:Control of contamination of water sourcesElement 6:Control of waste and land useElement 7:Sources and use of energy and energy efficiencyElement 8:Control of environmental noiseElement 9:Planning for and dealing with environmental emergenciesUnit EC1: Tutor References141619212224262728295.2 Unit EC2: Environmental practical application4.2.14.2.24.2.34.2.44.2.56.Purpose and aimMarkingAssessment locationSubmission of completed workFurther information3535363636Sample examination papers6.1Unit EC1: Management and control of environmental hazards NEBOSH 201637
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)1.IntroductionThe NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management is designed for managers,supervisors and employees who have responsibility for managing environmental issues aspart of their work in the UK and/or internationally, focusing on assessing environmentalmanagement systems. The syllabus includes UK, EU and international references. Thequalification is designed to benefit companies in all industry sectors who are seeking toimplement effective environmental management systems and to provide line managers witha sound understanding of the principles of managing environmental risk. Since its launch in2009, over 5700 candidates have achieved the Environmental Certificate.The syllabus and means of assessment described in this Guide were introduced in 2008,revised in 2009 and updated in 2012 to make them suitable for UK and international delivery.1.1Benefits for employersThe importance of the effect of business activities on the environment has long beenacknowledged. Until relatively recently, business activities were generally thought to be inconflict with environmental constraints, but many companies, irrespective of size or type ofbusiness, now recognise that a more efficient use of resources can bring substantial costsavings (eg, raw materials, waste disposal, energy and transport).In March 2012, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) publisheda report “An Evidence-based Study into the Benefits of Environmental Management Systemsfor Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) (EV0440)”. The average value of EMS in costsavings and new sales by UK SMEs was quoted at 15% ( 15,000) per 1m turnover in theyear following certification, suggesting a payback period of 1 month for new business salesalone versus EMS costs. Two-thirds of those surveyed said that they either had received orexpected new sales to be achieved as a result of their EMS.The European Union (EU) has set targets for 20% renewable energy and a 20%improvement in energy efficiency by 2020, and in the US a majority of states have setstandards for generating a proportion of energy from renewable or alternative sources.China is expected to invest US 770 billion in low carbon energy by 2020, South Korea hasallocated 70% of its fiscal stimulus to green growth support, and India has a 10% renewableenergy target in 2015. Bloomberg New Energy Finance estimated that total new investmentin clean energy alone is estimated to have reached US 243bn in 2010, up 30% fromUS 187bn in 2009. The International Energy Agency predicts that 8 trillion of investment innew energy sources will be required over the next 15 years.Driven by tighter environmental regulation, increased development and scarce naturalresources, Impax Asset Management estimates environmental markets account for 8% ofthe global stock market and have aggregate annual revenues of US 500 billion with annualgrowth rates of 10-20%. In 2006, DEFRA estimated global environmental markets wereprojected to reach US 688 billion in 2010 and just under US 800 billion by 2015.Planning ahead to take account of new environmental standards and legislation canminimise the costs of modifying or replacing equipment and updating working practices.Increasingly, business partners prefer to deal with environmentally responsible companies.Banks, insurers and other sources of finance may avoid businesses that do not takeenvironmental matters seriously and expose themselves to unnecessary environmental risk.Those that are considered environmentally aware may benefit from better access to capitaland lower insurance premiums. NEBOSH 20161
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)The business impact of environmental incidents is also compelling: in addition to the directcost of sick pay and absence, employers can find themselves dealing with criminalprosecution, claims for compensation, adverse publicity and harm to both businessreputation and profitability. Failure to act in an environmentally responsible manner canbring businesses into conflict with the local community, pressure groups and otheremployers.This qualification can be delivered within an organisation, or employees can attendaccredited training courses run throughout the UK by our network of accredited courseproviders. NEBOSH course providers offer a variety of flexible course formats, so trainingcan be arranged according to employer needs.1.2Professional membershipThe NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management is accepted by the CharteredInstitution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) as meeting the requirementsfor Technician Membership (TechCIWEM) of the Chartered Institution of Water andEnvironmental Management (CIWEM).1.3Qualification level and UK accreditationThe NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management is accredited and credit rated by theScottish Qualifications Authority (SQA - www.sqa.org.uk) for delivery across the UK. It israted within the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF - www.scqf.org.uk) atSCQF Level 6 with 9 SCQF credit points.For users in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, this is comparable to a VocationallyRelated Qualification (VRQ) at Level 3 within the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)and Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), or A-Level standard.For further information please refer to the “Qualifications can cross boundaries” comparisonchart issued by the UK regulators, available at the SQA (www.sqa.org.uk) website.Forfurther information regarding UK qualification levels, please refer to the “Qualifications cancross boundaries” comparison chart issued by the UK regulators, available at the SQAwebsite (www.sqa.org.uk).1.4Key topics covered Environmental Management Systems and impact assessments Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency Control of pollution Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies Practical application of knowledge and understanding1.5Course tuition and private study time requirementsUnit EC1: 35 hours tuition and 25 hours private studyUnit EC2: 2 hours tuition and 8 hours private study NEBOSH 20162Total: 60 hoursTotal: 10 hours
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)A programme of study therefore needs to be based around a minimum of 37 taught hoursand approximately 33 hours of private study for an overall total of 70 Hours.A full-time block release course would be expected to last for a minimum of five workingdays and a part-time day release course would be spread over at least five weeks. Forcandidates studying by open or distance learning, the tuition hours should be added to therecommended private study hours to give the minimum number of hours that this mode ofstudy will require.Quoted hours do not include assessment time, ie, sitting written examinations or thepractical application unit (see 1.5).1.6Entry requirementsThere are no specific barriers, in terms of academic qualifications or skills, to entry to theNEBOSH Environmental Certificate programme. However, it should be noted that currentlythe assessments are offered, and must be answered, in English only, and that the courseincludes a requirement to write a short report, which must also be in English. Candidatesshould discuss this with the accredited course provider before undertaking the qualification.1.7Minimum standard of English required for candidatesThe standard of English required by candidates studying for the NEBOSH EnvironmentalCertificate must be such that they can both understand and articulate the conceptscontained in the syllabus. It is important to stress that the onus is on accredited courseproviders to determine their candidates’ standards of proficiency in English.NEBOSH recommends to accredited course providers that candidates undertaking thisqualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an InternationalEnglish Language Testing System score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests in order to beaccepted onto a programme for the Certificate in Environmental Management.For further information please see the latest version of the IELTS Handbook or consult theIELTS website: http://www.ielts.org/institutions/test format and results.aspxCandidates wishing to assess their own language expertise may consult the IELTS websitefor information on taking the test: http://www.ielts.org/institutions/institutions faqs.aspx1.8LegislationThe syllabus refers to international conventions, standards and legislation. Where thisqualification is delivered overseas, accredited course providers may refer to examples oflocal legislation as part of the course programme but examination questions will not refer tospecific legislation, but will refer to international conventions, standards and good practice asindicated in the syllabus.1.9Legislative updatesRelevant new international conventions and standards will become examinable in detail sixmonths after their date of introduction. However, candidates will be expected to beessentially up-to-date at the time of the examination and, whilst a detailed knowledge will notbe expected, reference to new or impending international conventions and standards and/orlegislation, where relevant to an examination question, will be given credit. NEBOSH 20163
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)Please note, NEBOSH will not ask questions related to international conventions andstandards that have been repealed, revoked or otherwise superseded.NB: Accredited course providers are expected to ensure their course notes remain currentwith regard to new international conventions, standards and/or legislation.1.10 National Occupational Standards (NOS) and best practiceThe syllabus is mapped to the relevant National Occupational Standard (NOS): NOS for Environmental Awareness and Management (December 2009), published byLantra Sector Skills Council (www.lantra.co.uk)The mapping of the syllabus units to each NOS can be found on pages 12-13.1.11 Qualification typeNEBOSH qualifications are categorised as 'Other’ qualifications by SQA Accreditation inScotland. These are categorised as Vocationally-Related Qualifications (VRQs) in England,Wales and Northern Ireland.VRQs provide the knowledge and practical skills required for particular job roles through astructured study-based training programme, that combine the testing of knowledge andunderstanding in written examinations with practical application of learning in the workplace.VRQs are a popular type of qualification because they are nationally recognised, flexible andoffer routes for progression to employment or further study.1.12 Qualification progressionThe Environmental Certificate is intended to provide a sound basis of progression to theNEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management currently accredited in theScottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF - www.scqf.org.uk) at SCQF Level 10,comparable to NQF/QCF Level 6 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, or HonoursDegree standard.Further information can be found on our website: www.nebosh.org.uk/qualifications1.13 Programmes offered by NEBOSH-accredited course providersAccredited course providers can be located using the ‘Where to study’ tab on our website:www.nebosh.org.ukNB: Candidates are advised to check up-to-date information on course dates with accreditedcourse providers directly. NEBOSH 20164
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)1.14 Examination dates‘Standard’ examination dates for this qualification are available in March, June, Septemberand December annually.Accredited course providers may request ‘on-demand’examinations on a date of their choosing for this qualification.1.15 Specification dateThe May 2012 specification for this qualification replaces the previous March 2009 specificationfor all examinations from (and including) 1 January 2013.1.16 Syllabus development and reviewThe syllabus has been developed by NEBOSH following extensive consultation with keystakeholders, notably accredited course providers, professional bodies, employers,standards setting organisations, enforcement bodies and subject experts. NEBOSH wouldlike to take this opportunity to thank all those who participated in the development, pilotingand implementation of this qualification.1.17 Further information for candidatesFurther information for candidates including a syllabus summary, qualification overviewleaflet, a sample examiner’s report and guidance regarding the project unit can be found viathe NEBOSH website (www.nebosh.org.uk). Examiners’ reports and past examinationpapers may be purchased from the NEBOSH online shop.1.18 Further information for accredited course providersFurther information for accredited course providers including policies and procedures andguidance on the project unit can be found in the accredited course providers’ section of theNEBOSH website. NEBOSH 20165
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)2.Qualification structure2.1Unit assessmentThe NEBOSH Environmental Certificate consists of two units, each separately assessed.Candidates may choose to take one or both of the units at the same time or at differenttimes, subject to the timescales outlined in this Guide.Unit EC1: Management and control of environmental hazards Unit EC1 is a taught unit, assessed by one two-hour written examination The written examination consists of ten ‘short-answer’ questions (8 marks each) and one‘long-answer’ question (20 marks) All questions are compulsory Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH A sample examination paper can be found in Section 5.Unit EC2: Environmental practical application Unit EC2 is assessed by a practical examination carried out in the candidate’s ownworkplace This is held on a date set by the accredited course provider and must be taken within 10working days of a written examination The practical examination is internally assessed a person proposed to NEBOSH by anaccredited course provider and moderated by external moderators appointed byNEBOSH Guidance for candidates and accredited course providers is available in a separatedocument available on the NEBOSH website (www.nebosh.org.uk).NB: For candidates planning to take both units together, Unit EC2 (Environmental practicalapplication) is not normally offered independently of the taught unit (Unit EC1). Candidateswill normally be required to complete the 2 assessment within 10 working days of sitting theexamination for Unit EC1, on a date to be agreed with their accredited course provider.NEBOSH applies best practise in relation to assessment setting and marking. NEBOSHuses external assessment for written examinations and assignments: scripts are sent toNEBOSH and undergo rigorous marking, checking and results determination processes toensure accuracy and consistency.2.2Unit exemptionsThere are no exemptions available for this qualification. NEBOSH 20166
Guide to the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management(May 2012 specification)2.3Achieving the qualificationCandidates will need to pass both units within a two-year period to achieve thequalification. The two years commences from the result declaration date of the firstsuccessful unit.Units which have a ‘Pass’ mark but are older than 2-years, will not be counted towards theoverall qualification. Any such units will need to be retaken and a ‘Pass’ achieved in theunit/s before the qualification can be awarded.2.3Unit pass standardsThe pass standard for each unit may vary according to pre-determined criteria but isnormalised to 45% for the written paper (EC1) and 60% for the practical application (EC2).2.4Unit certificatesCandidates who are successful in an individual unit will be issued with a unit certificate,normally within 40 working days of the issue of the result notification. Units are not gradedand the unit certificates will show a ‘Pass’ only.2.5Qualification gradeWhen candidates have been awarded a unit certificate for both units (ie, have achieved a Passin EC1 and EC2), the marks are added together and a final grade is awarded as follows:PassCreditDistinction2.6105 - 124 marks125 - 144 marks145 marks or moreQualification parchmentOnce a candidate has achieved a Pass in both units and the qualification grade has beenawarded they are normally considered to have completed the qualification and a qualificationparchment will be issued, usually within 40 working days of the result declaration date for thesecond successfully completed unit.However, once the result of the second successfully completed unit has been issued thecandidate has 20 working days from the date of issue of that result to either: Inform NEBOSH in writing of their intention to re-sit a successful unit for the purposes ofimproving a gradeSubmit an Enquiry About Result (EAR) request (see Sect
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