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NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma Course

What is the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma?

The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is a highly respected and advanced qualification designed to develop the competence, confidence, and practical skills required to excel as a health and safety professional. Delivered in association with accredited learning partner Astutis (ID 807), the course provides an in-depth exploration of health and safety legislation, hazardous agents, workplace equipment, and risk management strategies.

It equips learners with the knowledge to identify and solve everyday safety challenges, reduce risks in high-hazard environments, and foster a culture of safety across organisations. This latest course development ensures professionals are well-prepared to lead in all aspects of occupational health and safety.

It is ideal for individuals currently working in, or aspiring to enter, the health and safety field who wish to enhance their competence and career prospects. It is particularly suited to professionals such as Health and Safety Managers, Advisors, and Officers, as well as Compliance Managers, Training Coordinators, and those involved in Quality, Risk, and Environmental roles. Engineers, Consultants, and Directors seeking to strengthen their understanding of occupational health and safety management will also benefit significantly from this advanced qualification.

NEBOSH National Diploma - Key Information

6 split weeks ( 30 Working days)
Face-to-face classroom and virtual trainer-led course options available
Suitable for all Industries and sectors
No formal entry requirements to start the course
Advanced health and safety qualification
NEBOSH learning advisor to support you through your course

Course duration

The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma requires a total commitment of approximately 415 hours, as specified by the current NEBOSH guidelines. This time is distributed across three key components:

Taught Instruction: 180-200 hours
Self-Study: 144 hours
Assessment Preparation and Completion: 80 hours

The overall time allocation for each of the units, considering the above components :

Unit DN1: 175 hours
Unit DN2: 125 hours
Unit DN3: 115 hours

This breakdown helps learners plan their study schedule effectively, striking a balance between guided learning, independent study, and assessment preparation.

What will I learn?

By the end of your NEBOSH National Diploma course, you will be able to:

Interpret & communicate key health and safety information, including legislation, guidance, and best practices.
Promote a strong safety culture by influencing leadership and behaviour.
Assess & develop individual and organisational safety competence.
Apply risk management techniques to identify hazards and implement proportionate controls to mitigate risks.
Implement & review proactive and reactive monitoring systems, including audits.
Influence improvements through ethical leadership and persuasive communication.
Develop strategic health and safety policies, including CSR and change management.
Support legal compliance and contribute to health and safety legal actions.
Manage contractors and supply chains to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Advise on workplace health and safety hazards, controls, and associated legal responsibilities.

Why should I study for a NEBOSH National Diploma?

Studying for the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is a strategic move for anyone serious about advancing in the health and safety field. Here’s a breakdown of the key reasons to pursue this qualification:

Industry Recognition & Career Advancement: Recognised as the gold standard in health and safety, the diploma is often essential for securing senior roles in the field.
Comprehensive and Practical Knowledge: Covers key topics like legislation, risk management, mental health, fire safety, and machinery hazards, preparing you to manage risks across various industries.
Developed by Experts: Created with input from over 600 stakeholders to ensure the syllabus is relevant, up-to-date, and aligned with real-world challenges.
Pathway to Chartered Status: Supports progression to Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH), boosting your professional credibility and career prospects.
Global Opportunities: Internationally recognised, the diploma opens doors to health and safety roles worldwide.
Influence Positive Change: Equips you to lead safety initiatives, shape organisational culture, and protect people in high-risk environments.
Flexible Learning Options: Study in a way that suits your lifestyle—choose from classroom, virtual live sessions, or self-paced online learning.

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NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma

Below is the course syllabus for the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals. The virtual online course follows the same syllabus as classroom-delivered courses, and you will gain the same diploma whether you complete the course virtually or in the classroom.

Unit DN1: Workplace Health and Safety Principles

This Unit explores the foundational drivers of health and safety, including moral, economic, and societal factors, alongside legal frameworks and management systems.

1.1 Health and safety regulations
1.2 Prosecutions
1.3 Enforcement
1.4 Civil law
1.5 Damages and liabilities
1.6 Occupiers liability
1.7 Lawful discrimination
• 1.8 Insurers
2.1 Organisational structures
2.2 Leadership
2.3 Consultation
2.4 Health and safety cultures
2.5 Traditional and proactive safety management
2.6 Risk perception
2.7 Human failures and factors
3.1 Competence, training, information and supervision
3.2 High-reliability organisations
4.1 Hazard identification and techniques
4.2 Managing health and safety risks
4.3 Risk management
5.1 Loss causation and quantitative analysis of data
5.2 Measuring and monitoring
6.1 Professional skills
7.1 Societal factors
7.2 Corporate social responsibility
7.3 Organisation change
8.1 Civil proceedings
8.2 Coroners inquest
8.3 Criminal proceedings
8.4 Ethical issues
9.1 Contractors supply chains

Unit DN2: Controlling Workplace Health Issues

This unit explores the identification and control of chemical, biological, physical, and psychological hazards, equipping learners with the knowledge to manage health risks effectively.

10.1 Occupational health and safety services and equality in the workplace
10.2 Mental ill-health, wellbeing, workplace violence, lone working
10.3 Health surveillance and medical surveillance
10.4 Hazardous substances
10.5 Health risks from hazardous substances
10.6 Epidemiology and Toxicology
10.7 Asbestos
10.8 Ventilation and PPE
10.9 Hazardous substance monitoring
10.10 Biological agents
10.11 Noise
10.12 Vibration
10.13 Radiation
10.14 Musculoskeletal issues and manual handling
10.15 Workplace Temperature and Welfare Arrangements

Unit DN3: Controlling Workplace Safety Issues

This unit focuses on creating and maintaining safe working environments, covering essential topics such as welfare provisions, fire safety, hazardous substances, machinery and electrical safety, construction risks, and workplace transport.11.1 Safe working environment

11.2 Confined spaces
11.3 Fire and explosion
11.4 Fire
• 11.5 Dangerous substances
11.6 Work equipment and machinery maintenance
11.7 Work equipment
11.8 Machinery
11.9 Mobile work equipment and lifting equipment
11.10 Electricity
11.11 Construction, work at height, demolition, excavation
11.12 Workplace transport, work-related driving

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Why Employers benefit from NEBOSH Diploma Qualified Professionals

NEBOSH-qualified staff,

Bring a deep understanding of how to prevent workplace injuries, incidents, and ill-health through effective safety management.
Contributes to a safer, more compliant workplace, reducing legal risks and operational disruptions.
Enhances productivity, reduces costs associated with accidents, and enhances workforce morale.
Demonstrates a strong organisational commitment to health, safety, and well-being.
Provides strategic, senior-level safety leadership within the organisation.
Reduces reliance on external consultants by building in-house expertise.

Assessment and Certification

The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is assessed entirely through practical activities and scenario-based questions. Each assessment is completed electronically and submitted to the NEBOSH portal for marking.

Unit DN1 Assessment

Unit DN1 is assessed with a practical assignment split into two papers:

Paper 1: Scenario-based questions (100 marks)
Paper 2: Workplace activities, reflective tasks, and a short research project (200 marks)

NEBOSH recommends spending approximately 40 hours on your DN1 assignment (around 10 hours per week). You will have 4 weeks to complete and submit your assignment to the NEBOSH online portal.

Units DN2 and DN3 Assessment

Units DN2 and DN3 are each assessed with a case study and scenario-based questions. NEBOSH recommends spending approximately 20 hours on each assessment paper (approximately 10 hours per week). You will have 2 weeks to complete each assessment (worth 175 marks each) and submit it to the NEBOSH portal.

The assessment is worth 300 marks, and you need to achieve at least 50% to pass.

Assessment Process

Registration: Delegates must register in advance for each unit. NEBOSH sends login details for the online assessment portal approximately two weeks before the assessment window opening.

Submission: All assignments are submitted electronically via the NEBOSH portal. Late submissions are not accepted.

Grading:
Distinction: 226+ marks
Credit: 196–225 marks
Pass: 150–195 marks

Closing Interviews

After submitting each assessment, learners are required to attend a virtual closing interview with a NEBOSH representative. This 45-minute professional discussion is designed to confirm your identity and verify that the submitted work is your own.

Results Timeline

To earn the full NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma, you must pass all three assessments. NEBOSH will email your results within 50 working days of your submission. If successful, you’ll receive a printed certificate for each unit by post, typically within 6 to 10 weeks after your results are issued.

Entry Requirements

The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma is an advanced qualification that assumes prior knowledge of key health and safety principles. While there are no formal entry requirements, it’s strongly recommended that learners have completed the NEBOSH General Certificate or have five years of relevant experience. A good standard of English—equivalent to an IELTS score of 7.0—is also advised to understand and apply the course content effectively.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with the training team. Project Skills Solutions has a dedicated NEBOSH learning advisor who can speak with you about the NEBOSH National Diploma.

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Frequently asked questions

Here are some of the questions we frequently get asked about our NEBOSH National General Certificate Course.

Can I do the NEBOSH General Certificate training on my mobile phone?

We do not allow you to complete this training course on a mobile phone. We recommend a computer or laptop, or as a bare minimum, you will be allowed to use a tablet, but this is not recommended. This is because a larger screen will allow you to interact with the group and activities meaningfully and follow the trainer and resources more accurately. If you do not have access to a device other than a smartphone, a classroom course may be a better alternative. Contact our team to discuss your options.

How many training days are there for the NEBOSH General Certificate courses?

Ten days of training are spread over two weeks. Sometimes, the course is a block of two weeks, Monday to Friday, for each week. Depending on demand, there can be a week or two between the first and second week. If you are unsure of your course dates, contact a member of our team on 0800 0213 263.

What memberships can I apply for once I have passed my NEBOSH National General Certificate?

You can gain membership of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management as an Associate member with designated letters AIIRSM and you can gain membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) as an Associate or technical member with designated letters AIOSH or Tech IOSH, respectively.

What is the pass mark for NG1/Open Book Exam?

The pass mark for the NG1 is 45. If you do not meet this mark, you have failed. However, the NG1, the OBE (Open Book Exam) part of the NEBOSH course, follows these grade criteria: pass 45 – 64 marks, credit 65-74 marks, and distinction 75+. The mark is only from your NG1 exam result.

What is the pass mark for NG2/Risk Assessment?

You can only achieve a ‘Pass’ or ‘Refer’ for the assessment. If you are referred NEBOSH will provide you with a Unit NG2: Risk Assessment: Examiner Feedback, which will highlight what has and has not been met allowing you to resubmit your revision.

Do I get a workbook for my NEBOSH course?

PSS provides you with the latest edition of the official and accredited Study Book for the NEBOSH National General Certificate published by RMS. If you are completing the NEBOSH National General Certificate virtually, you will receive a physical copy of your workbook.

Can I sit the NEBOSH exam as external student?

We do not allow learners to sit exams only; learners must have sat the course with us to be able to sit the exams with us.

What happens if I miss a day during the 10-day NEBOSH course?

It is expected that learners attend all ten days with the tutor and be punctual. Missing one day can have a detrimental impact, as the course covers a vast amount of content. The tutor is not able to provide a one-to-one catchup for information missed.

What is NEBOSH?

NEBOSH is the National Educational Board in Occupational Health and Safety and is recognised worldwide

Can my paper be re-marked if I did not receive a pass mark of 45?

If you didn’t receive the pass mark of 45 but believe that you should have, you can contact NEBOSH for a remark on your paper. This is completed directly with NEBOSH by completing an EAR form (enquiry about results). You can find further details from NEBOSH by clicking this link.

How does the NG1 Open Book Exam work?

The Open Book Exam is a digital assessment, so it needs to be downloaded, completed, and submitted on the NEBOSH Online assessment platform, this can be on a computer or tablet. Learners are given 24 hours to complete and submit it. About a week before the NG1 exam, NEBOSH emails learners with details of how to access the NEBOSH platform.

How does the NG2 Practical Risk Assessment work?

The NG2 is the second part of the NEBOSH National General Certificate assessment process, which consists of a practical risk assessment and developing an action plan for the learner's workplace. It is pass or fail. NEBOSH suggests that around 3-4 hours are needed to complete the four stages of the practical risk assessment. You have two weeks to complete it and a strict submission date via email to the PSS Learning Advisor.

When will I get my NEBOSH results?

NEBOSH releases the results for both GNC1 and GNC2 on the same day, 60 working days after the GNC1 assessment date. Learners are emailed their results directly from NEBOSH.

How long does it take to get the NEBOSH Certificate?

Once you have successfully completed your course, roughly 20 working days after finding out your result, we will receive your NEBOSH certificate. We will then post this out to you.

Do NEBOSH candidates require to attend a Closing Interview?

Closing Interviews must be attended by every NEBOSH Candidate via Zoom; they are usually held two weeks after completing the scenario GNC1 exam and take about 15 minutes. Learners will be able to schedule the closing interview closer to the GNC1, and a link will be emailed to them directly to book an appointment.

Who marks the NEBOSH NG1 and NG2?

NEBOSH will mark both the NG1 and NG2 and issue your results, which are emailed directly to you within 50 working days of the examination.

How long do NEBOSH suggest that it will take to do the OBE?

NEBOSH states that although the OBE is available for 24 hours, learners typically spend around 4–5 hours completing it. You have a 24-hour period in which to take the OBE from your start time. The start time varies, and you will be notified in advance so you are ready.

How many words is the NEBOSH OBE restricted to?

3000 words but with a 10% allowance of 3300, which you should aim for

What support information do I get for the NEBOSH NGC course?

The RMS ‘A Study Book for the NEBOSH NATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE’. This study book has 11 sections covering the entire content of the course. Sections 1 – 4 are covered in the first week Sections 5 to 11 are covered in the second week

Will there be homework during the NEBOSH course weeks?

Yes, you will have work to do most evenings, which is marked by the tutor the next day. You will also do a mock OBE based on a previous exam paper.

What is the NEBOSH OBE like?

It is a 24‑hour online scenario‑based paper that includes the scenario and tasks/questions that require applied reasoning. Test analysis, evaluation, and the ability to apply knowledge. The scenario is about 2 pages, and you must answer 10 questions based on it. Each question has a score displayed next to it. For each point, you need to give an answer, usually around 2 to 3 sentences. For example, if the score indicated is 15, you should aim to write at least 15 answers, each of 2 to 3 lines. Do not cut and paste, and ensure your answer relates to the scenario.

What happens if you cheat during the NEBOSH exam i.e. work with others to write answers?

Your exam will be voided, and you could end up with a lifetime ban. NEBOSH runs all exam papers through a program that compares answers with other candidates to identify comparable submissions.

Can you use AI to help with NEBOSH exam answers?

No, you cannot use AI to help you with your exam answers.

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