• People throughout the world who understand the growing importance of holding a recognized and respected environmental management qualification.
  • The qualification focuses on Environmental Management Systems and Impact Assessments.
Certificate
NEBOSH – UK
Duration
2 Weeks (40 hrs.)
Assessment
Written and Practical Exam

Description

Overview

This qualification is designed for anyone who has responsibilities for managing environmental issues as part of their work. The qualification is designed to be globally relevant and benefit companies in all industry sectors who are seeking to implement effective environmental management systems, increase positive environmental impacts, and reduce negative environmental impacts.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the participants should be able to:

  • Justify environmental management in the workplace using ethical, legal and financial arguments, linking these to wider environmental issues including sustainable development.
  • Recognise workplace activities which may be subject to environmental legislation or enforcement.
  • Understand the requirements of, and work within, an environmental management system, whilst contributing to continual improvement.
  • Assess environmental aspects and associated impacts, determining significant aspects and evaluating current controls.
  • Support environmental emergency planning.
  • Understand the importance of reducing environmental harm; identify sources of noise, air, and water pollution; and suggest suitable control measures.
  • Understand the issues associated with waste and support responsible waste management.
  • Understand the benefits and limitations of a range of energy sources, and suggest suitable measures to increase energy efficiency.

Target Audience

This qualification is designed for anyone who has responsibilities for managing environmental issues as part of their work.

Course Outline

Week 1

  • Unit 1: Foundations in environmental management
  • Unit 2: Environmental management systems
  • Unit 3: Assessing environmental aspects and impacts
  • Unit 4: Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies
  • Unit 5: Control of emissions to air

Week 2

  • Unit 6: Control of environmental noise
  • Unit 7: 7 Control of contamination of water sources
  • Unit 8: Control of waste and land use
  • Unit 9: Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency
  • Revision
  • Mock Examination

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