2018

NEBOSH Student
Quick Reference Sheet

NEBOSH Written Examination Dates 2018

15th Jan 16th Jan 17th Jan 18th Jan 7th March 6th June 16th July 17th July 18th July 19th July 5th Sept 5th Dec
Ndip Unit A Unit B Unit C Unit A Unit B Unit C
Idip Unit IA Unit IB Unit IC Unit IA Unit IB Unit IC
Edip ED1 ED1
Ecert EC1 EC1 EC1 EC1
IGC IGC1, GC2 IGC1, GC2 IGC1, GC2 IGC1, GC2
ICC IGC1, ICC1 IGC1, ICC1 IGC1, ICC1 IGC1, ICC1
IFC IGC1, IFC1 IGC1, IFC1 IGC1, IFC1 IGC1, IFC1
IOG IOG1 IOG1 IOG1 IOG1
NGC NGC1, GC2 NGC1, GC2 NGC1, GC2 NGC1, GC2
NCC NGC1, NCC1 NGC1, NCC1 NGC1, NCC1 NGC1, NCC1
NFC NGC1, FC1 NGC1, FC1 NGC1, FC1 NGC1, FC1
NHWB NHC NHC

Diploma & Practical Assessments

Course Key For details on this you must be a SHEilds student.

Ndip – National Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety IGC – International General Cert. in Occupational Health & Safety NGC – National General Cert. in Occupational Health & Safety
Idip – International Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety ICC – International Certificate in Construction Safety & Health NCC – National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety
Edip – National Diploma in Environmental Management IFC – International Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management NFC – National Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management
Ecert – National Certificate in Environmental Management IOG – International Tech. Certificate in Oil & Gas Operation Safety NHWB – National Cert. in the Management of Health & Well-Being

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Quick Reference Sheet

NEBOSH Student Study Essentials

Want to get the most out of your studies? Here are a few tips: Command Words
Familiarise yourself: Look through your course syllabus and begin with the Command words (or action verbs as they are
elements you’re most familiar with. This will ease you into study mode quicker sometimes known) must be respected correctly
while you’re becoming accustomed to the eLearning platform. in your examination answers.

Find a memory technique that works: Try using mind maps, visual cues, Give - Often used in combination with ‘give the meaning of’
memorable rhymes or any other associations to help you remember vital (define in your own words) or ‘give an example of’.
information.
Identify - Just list the required answers.
Know your learning outcomes: Identify and organise study notes around
your course’s learning outcomes; this will help you to target and reinforce Outline - Elaborate a little more on a list, ideally summarising
weaker areas in your knowledge better preparing you for exams. each point you are making in one sentence. As a rough
guide; an 8 mark question = 8 to 12 sentences.
Make full use of tutor support: Practise lots of past questions to develop your
exam technique and have your tutors review the answers. This will allow you to Describe - Physical description of the object in question or
find and correct weaknesses long before the real examinations. a step-by-step description of a procedure or task.

Course Key Explain - Explaining how or why something is the case,

usually in considerable detail to demonstrate the highest
Always remember; there are no shortcuts, study hard. level of understanding.

Most certificates require 120 hours of study, essentially

Calculate - Typically exclusive to Diplomas, where a
3 full-time weeks. Rushing or taking shortcuts will usually
calculator gets used.
result in a failure, more exams, more time and more costs.

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Quick Reference Sheet

NEBOSH Student Examination Essentials

The RIGHT Way to Approach Exam Common Exam Pitfalls

Walking into an exam with the right attitude, managing
your time effectively and answering questions clearly is Even the most careful study preparation could be
as important to success as dedicated study. undermined by poor exam technique.

Arrive ahead of time - Give yourself plenty of time to reach the exam Don’t panic - Even if you feel the exam isn’t going well don’t give up or
venue in case of delays. If you’re required to travel long distance to a lose your composure. Mistakes don’t necessarily mean failure and
venue, aim to arrive the evening before. marks can always be salvaged.

Be prepared - Bring photographic ID, exam entry confirmation, Don’t lose focus on the question - A large amount of students fail
something to drink in a clear unlabelled container, blue or black inked due to going off topic in their answers (often due to misreading), failing
pens and for Diplomas a basic calculator. to acknowledge command words or failing to include enough points to
justify allocated marks. Remember; answer the question that is asked
Read questions carefully - Always read and re-read each question NOT the question you want to see.
fully to ensure you completely understand it. If you’re asked to divide a
question into separate parts, answer each part separately; Don’t be vague or generalise - Be specific. For example, rather than
examiners are not able to cross mark. just writing ‘PPE’ as an answer, specify what type such as breathing
apparatus or safety shoes.
Identify and respect command words (action verbs) - Look out for
the words highlighted bold in questions, remember that full marks
cannot be given if requested detail is not reflected in your answers. Running Out of Time?
If you don’t have time to go into the depth required by an
Points made should reflect marking - 1 mark = 1 technical point in the outline, describe or explain for the command words then
answer. If a question has 8 marks available, then that means there complete it as a list; you won’t get full marks but not
needs to be at least 8 markworthy points made in the answer. attempting the question will automatically be a zero.

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Examination Timeline

You do not need to book your exam date

NEBOSH certificate exams are when you enrol on the course.
generally available 4 times per year: • You should be prompted by your course
provider at each registration period.
March, June, September & December • Choose when you want to sit the exams
when you feel ready.

(3) There are several indicators (5) When you are ready to book
to help you decide when you are your exam, you can:
ready to register for exams: ● Call our team to be enrolled.
● Your personal feeling, how ● Book online.
confident do you feel about the ● Email our examinations team for
subject? any other related queries.
● Good grades and feedback
during your course. Following your examination being
● Tutor direction. booked we will list you for (6) 3 weeks prior to your exam
(1) Be prepared, liaise with your ● Success on exam readiness registration. Once registered you we will send you an agenda,
SHEilds course advisor on: tests. will receive an exam entry highlighting:
confirmation showing the units and ● Examination date.
● Your local exam venues.
Be realistic, do not book an exam your venue. ● Venue address.
● Examination registration and (4) If you’re nearly ready to book
too early, wait until you are ● Important exam information.
sitting fees for each venue. your exam, get ahead:
prepared.
● You will be emailed from the
(7) 1 week before the exam:
(2) At the start of your course news and announcements forum
of your course to notify you of ● You will receive a reminder
create a ‘study plan’:
upcoming exams.* email confirming examination
● Set an examination target date. ● Be sure to regularly log in to details.*
● Break down how much study SHEilds eLearning for up to date ● There will be a reminder post on
you can commit to each week. information. the eLearning forum for your
● Calculate a realistic target date ● If you’re unable to use the online course.
for exam booking. system for any reason you can call
● You can adjust the date based the SHEilds examination team for On the day of the exam aim to
upon how well you stick to your professional support. arrive 30 minutes prior to its start
plan. time.

*Dependent upon whether you have changed your subscription

preferences on the SHEilds eLearning platform.
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Examination ‘What Ifs’

I have transport issues? I’m late to arrive? I want the toilet

during the exam?
If you cannot attend an exam due to transport Students may be permitted within NEBOSH
issues or an act of god, you will need to send regulation into the exam hall at the
a detailed description to NEBOSH and they invigilator’s discretion but there are no This is permitted however you will be
will decide if a refund can be granted. guarantees. accompanied by an exams officer or
invigilator assistant.
I don’t have a practical venue? I finish my exam early?
Contact your course tutors for advice on Students cannot leave in the last 30 minutes I want a refund?
setting one up. of an exam unless they are the only student If you don’t attend an exam without good
sitting. This is to prevent distracting others. reason refunds will only be covered under
NEBOSH refund policy.

I can’t find my practical

I haven’t received my I’m ill on the day? Absent for other reasons?
exam agenda? Candidates who cannot attend their Please contact your exams officer; absences
documentation?
unrelated to illness are reviewed on a case- This will be available for download from
If you have not received your agenda examinations due to illness, bereavement or
by-case basis. NEBOSH only offer refunds your eLearning dashboard
3 weeks before your examination, please armed forces posting may be eligible for a
under their policy or exceptional approximately 2 weeks before your
contact your exams officer to get a new set partial refund.
circumstances. exam date. If you still cannot find it call
dispatched and your details re-confirmed. your tutor for support.
If you produce evidence (e.g. a medical
certificate) you could receive a 70% refund of I lose/don’t have an entry slip? Where do I send my
I forget equipment? your registration fee, however all sitting fees
will be forfeited.
Don’t panic! Providing you have
photographic ID and sign the candidate
completed practical?
Most exams can be completed with just a This should be sent by email to
register for proof of signature you will be
pen, however depending upon the venue Please refer to NEBOSH’s refund policy and practicals@sheilds.org or as directed
able to complete your examination.
spare equipment may be available. procedure for more information. by your course tutor.

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What Can I Expect in my Certificate Exam?

What is the format for each exam? How do I know where

to sit in the exam?
NEBOSH Certificate exams take the format of 10 short answer
questions and 1 long answer question. Usually there is a seating plan outside the
examination room but if you are unsure you
can ask an invigilator or assistant for help.

What do I need to know about

the answer book?
Exam Entry
Confirmation Slip
Your name and student number should already be
on the front page, however you will need to write the
& Photo Identification
relevant question number on each answer page. You will receive an exam entry
confirmation slip before your agenda.
You do not have to answer the questions in order and You should bring this with you on the
can write on both sides of the page, but always start day of your exam.
each new question on a new page.
You must also bring photographic ID
with you to the examination. Failure to
How early should I arrive produce this may prevent you from

before my exams?
sitting the exam and will be dependent
upon satisfying the invigilator of your
identity.
You should aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before
your examination begins but we recommend you
allow 1 hour to ensure any last minute hitches can be

What can I take into the exam with me?

resolved.

You will be allowed to enter the examination room

and be seated 15 minutes before the exam starts. The only absolute essential to bring for a NEBOSH
Certificate examination is a working pen and a
spare. Water is also advisable to remain hydrated,
At least one clock will be displayed in your venue at however it must brought in a clear plastic
the front of the room, with potentially more in full view. container.

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