Summary
The International Oil and Gas Certificate is aimed primarily at managers, supervisors and health and safety advisers with safety responsibilities in the oil and gas industry. The qualification focuses on operational process safety and is intended to enable learners to apply and implement effective process safety management across all areas of their operation, anywhere in the world.
This qualification provides the underpinning knowledge, which when combined with experience enables holders to identify, evaluate and control a wide range of workplaces hazards. It is based around international standards and management systems that enable the effective discharge of workplace safety responsibilities both onshore and offshore.
Globally, employers in the oil and gas industries find that the International Oil and Gas Certificate can improve the safety culture of their organisation by providing line management and staff with a sound understanding of operational safety management.
Our qualifications are developed based on extensive research with health and safety professionals, employers, professional bodies and regulators to ensure that they remain relevant, rigorous as well as achievable and practical.
You will be assessed on your ability to apply your skills and knowledge to a wide range of issues and how to deliver positive change to a real workplace.
Professional Recognition
Internationally recognized by the relevant professional membership bodies including the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).
Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) with appropriate number of years’ experience
Associate Member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (AIIRSM).
Who is This For?
This qualification is for those working in the oil and gas (or related) industries, who need to gain a sound understanding of the principles of operational health and safety that apply in their specialist area.
For some, the International Oil and Gas Certificate can be an important step towards establishing a lifelong professional career in occupational health and safety. Some who take their International Oil and Gas Certificate progress on to one of our Diploma level qualifications.
NEBOSH strongly recommend that you should already have an underpinning knowledge of health and safety issues prior to taking the course equivalent to the NEBOSH International or National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
Course Content (New Syllabus : 2018 Specification)
The NEBOSH Oil and Gas Certificate is based on International Standards and Management Systems. It consists of one Unit.
Unit IOG1: Management of International Oil and Gas Operational Safety
- Health, Safety and Environmental Management in Context
- Hydrocarbon Process Safety 1
- Hydrocarbon Process Safety 2
- Fire Protection and Emergency Response
- Logistics and Transport Operations
NEBOSH does not set specific formal entry requirements for this qualification. However it should be noted that: The achievement of the NEBOSH International or National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent prior to undertaking the International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety course is highly recommended.
This qualification is designed as a specialist sector-specific supplement to the NEBOSH International and National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety rather than to replace knowledge and understanding of general health and safety gained as part of these qualifications.
Method of Study
1.E-Learning:Self study with tutor supports. 55 hours of study + exam - available worldwide
2. Live Online Training with Online Portal : 5-days
Live Online Training will be delivered via Zoom (per request). Course elements will be provided on the Online Portal.
Online Portal : Click here to view the Online Portal
Examination
Examination Dates:
IOG1 - Invigilated paper based exams. This course is assessed by a two-hour written examination.
| Exam Dates | Last date of registration |
| 30-Apr-24 | 20-Apr-24 |
| 28-May-24 | 18-May-24 |
| 25-Jun-24 | 15-Jun-24 |
| 30-Jul-24 | 20-Jul-24 |
| 27-Aug-24 | 17-Aug-24 |
| 24-Sep-24 | 14-Sep-24 |
| 29-Oct-24 | 19-Oct-24 |
| 26-Nov-24 | 16-Nov-24 |
| 17-Dec-24 | 7-Dec-00 |
Examination entry confirmation
Once the examination has been registered, you will receive an Examination Entry Confirmation that includes your learner number, and important information relating to your examination and results process. Please ensure that you check your name is spelt correctly and report this to your learning partner and NEBOSH if any changes are required.
The Examination Entry Confirmation is essential to gain entry to the examination room, you will need to show a form of photographic identification to the invigilator and then sign the Examination Entry Confirmation. Please contact your learning partner (Avalon Training & Consultancy) if you have not received your Examination Entry Confirmation.
Examination Venue : British Council
Examination Results:
All results for assessments taken in English (including those for the practical application) should be received within 50 working days from the date of the examination or submission of assignment. The specific date is written on your examination entry confirmation.
NEBOSH Resources:
NEBOSH Syllabus Guide : Click here
NEBOSH Learner Terms & Conditions : Click here
NEBOSH Policies and Procedures : Click here
Contact Us
General enquiries: info@avalon-tc.com or WhatsApp at (+60) 16 299 5215
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