Everything You Need to Know About NEBOSH IGC Training with Safetify Academy in Ghana

Are you looking to take your first major step into a health and safety career? Or perhaps you are a manager wanting to better protect your team and organization? The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) is a globally respected qualification that empowers you with the knowledge to manage day-to-day workplace risks effectively.

At Safetify Academy, we are committed to guiding you through this certification. Here is everything you need to know about the qualification, the syllabus, and how it can transform your career.

Who is this Qualification For?

The NEBOSH IGC is designed for a wide audience. It is ideal for managers, supervisors, and workers in any type of organization. You do not need to be a full-time safety professional to benefit; it is perfect for anyone who needs a broad understanding of health and safety issues.

There are no entry requirements for this course. However, because the assessment includes report writing, a standard of English equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0 is recommended5.

What Will You Learn?

The course is split into two main units which cover everything from legal frameworks to practical risk assessment.

Unit IG1: Management of Health and Safety

This unit focuses on the "why" and "how" of safety management. It is assessed via an Open Book Examination (OBE) which you have 4 hours to complete6.

Key topics include:

·       Justifying Health and Safety: Understanding the moral, financial, and legal reasons for managing safety.

·       Management Systems: Learning how policy, organizational responsibilities, and arrangements work together.

·       Safety Culture: How to positively influence culture and behavior to improve performance.

·       Monitoring & Auditing: Methods to check the effectiveness of safety systems, such as active monitoring and incident investigations.

Unit IG2: Risk Assessment

This is a practical unit where you apply what you have learned. It is assessed via a practical assessment (3 hours). You will be required to produce a risk assessment of a workplace that prioritizes risks and recommends controls.

Key topics include:

·       Physical & Psychological Health

·       Musculoskeletal Health

·       Chemical & Biological Agents

·       Work Equipment, Fire, and Electricity

How is it Graded?

To achieve the qualification, you must pass both Unit IG1 and Unit IG2.

·       Pass Standard: You need a minimum of 45 marks to pass IG1. The pass standard for IG2 is strictly pass/fail.

·       Grading: Your final grade is based entirely on your IG1 result:

o   Distinction: 75+ marks

o   Credit: 65–74 marks

o   Pass: 45–64 marks

Why Choose the NEBOSH IGC?

1. Career Progression

Holding this certificate is often the first step toward a specialist career in health and safety. It also makes you eligible for:

·       Associate (AIIRSM) membership with the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management.

·       Associate (AIOSH) or Technical (Tech IOSH) membership with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

2. Value to Your Employer

You will become a massive asset to your organization by helping them avoid the huge costs associated with accidents and ill-health. You will be able to justify safety improvements, manage contractors, and participate in incident investigations confidently.

3. Flexibility

Once you pass your first unit, you have five years to complete the qualification. If you want to improve your grade, you can even re-sit Unit IG1 (provided you notify NEBOSH within 20 working days of your second successful unit result).

Ready to start your journey?

At Safetify Academy, we help you gain the skills to minimize workplace impacts and create safer environments. Contact us today to enroll in our next NEBOSH IGC cohort!