NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) Course

The NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) Certificate course is for anyone that needs to manage day to day risks in construction activities, working within the UK.

Study this course, get qualified, understand CDM Regulations and prove your competence in construction safety.

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Start your career in construction health and safety
Produce or contribute to the Construction H&S plan
Undertake suitable and sufficient risk assessments
Help with contractor management
Influence construction site health and safety
Understand and advise on the CDM Regulations 2015
Gain the tools and knowledge to identify and control construction site hazards, following UK standards

Course Cost:

£545 Exc VAT

SKU: NCUK Categories: Certificates in Health & Safety, NEBOSH Courses

NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) Overview

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This NEBOSH construction safety certificate course teaches learners how to make construction activities safer for workers by identifying hazards and controlling risks within the UK.

Upon completion of this NEBOSH Construction (UK) course, learners will have the skills to assist their organisation in meeting their legal construction safety obligations. Learners will also understand how to identify and control construction site hazards and advise management on the CDM Regulations.

Since it’s release in May 2021, this Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK) course from NEBOSH replaces an older version, now with more focus on construction activities:

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety (2014 specification, old version)

This updated qualification is suitable for those working within the UK. However, if you intend to work outside the UK, the International Construction Certificate is suggested.

Key Topics

With an emphasis on Construction Design Management, key topics covered by the NEBOSH UK Construction Certificate include:

Identify, assess and manage common construction hazards
Introduce safe working systems
Use construction legislation to instruct others of roles and duties
Encourage correct health & safety practices
Assist with contractor management
Identify unsafe behaviours & implement control measures

This NEBOSH Certificate is Studied and Assessed Online

Our NEBOSH courses are studied and examined 100% online. The NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) is examined and completed remotely via Internet connection.

Quick Facts

Quick Course Information

Brand	NEBOSH
Manufacturer	SHEilds Ltd
Study method	eLearning, Online
Course Level	Equivalent to A Level, UK college level qualification
Time Dedication	108 hours minimum, plus 40 assessment hours
Course duration / eLearning access	12 months, plus 3 months FREE!
Course Start Dates	Any time
Average completion time	3-6 Months
NEBOSH Training & Support	Tutor supported, online messaging system, email, telephone
NEBOSH Assessment	CN1 online open book examination
Exam Style	Online open book examination
Exam Dates	January, March, May, July, September, October
Exam Fees	CN1 open book examination – £177, Plus 2% exam booking fee
Professional Memberships	Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management, eligible to apply for the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Academically Qualified Person (AQP) card

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Course Cost

£545 Exc VAT

SKU: NCUK Categories: Certificates in Health & Safety, NEBOSH Courses

Exam fees apply – You do not have to pay for exams initially. Exam fees are payable when booking your chosen exam date(s).

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UK Head Office based in Hull, United Kingdom.

Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

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South Africa regional head office based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Open: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm

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SHEilds Middle East regional office, based in Dubai, UAE.

Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Phone: +971 4 375 4012

Course Details

Awarding Body

NEBOSH est. 1979, has been a UK-recognised awarding body since 2000 and received Approved Awarding Body Status from the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) Accreditation in 2009. SHEilds accredited centre number is 548.

You can find out more about our awarding body from their official website: www.nebosh.org.uk

Recommended for

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) course is designed for individuals with health & safety responsibilities in the UK construction industry.

Adhering to the UK’s strict Construction Design Management Regulations (CDM), studying this course will help learners develop a practical understanding of day to day health and safety risks and controls for construction activities within the United Kingdom.

Study Method

Online access to your study materials is provided with downloadable content and tutor support.

The NEBOSH UK Construction Certificate e-learning course developed by SHEilds has been designed with the learner experience at heart. Using a range of media and providing tutor support from experienced safety practitioners, learners will develop confidence in implementing their learning into real-life situations.

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Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements exist to enrol on to this NEBOSH Construction Course.

This NEBOSH Certificate is equivalent to an A Level / certificate of higher education and candidates must be prepared to study at this level.

However, it will be greatly beneficial for students to have already achieved certification in the IOSH Managing Safely course before attempting this nebosh certificate level course, as this greatly improves a students’ potential end-result.

Recommended by NEBOSH, to enrol on this course students should have an appropriate understanding of the English language (International English Language Testing System 6.0 or higher) in order to explain the concepts within the course syllabus.

Questions within NEBOSH examinations are all phrased in English. Your answers are also required to be provided in English.

As long as you meet the required standard of English, you can enrol on this NEBOSH Certificate.

Study Syllabus

The qualification consists of one unit – unit CN1: covers the Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK).

There are 13 study elements in total for unit CN1.

See further below for a detailed course guide and syllabus information.

NEBOSH Training Support

All our NEBOSH Certificate level courses include Tutor Support. You’ll receive all the guidance you need to successfully complete the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK).

Course Assessment

One Written Exam

NEBOSH exams are now attempted entirely online, and students are no longer required to physically attend an exam centre.

There are 13 elements to study followed by one online open book exam for Unit CN1.

How the course is graded

To achieve the NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety (UK) qualification, learners must pass the open book examination for unit CN1 with a minimum of 45 percent.

Unit CN1 is the open book examination (OBE).

The qualification grade is based solely on the unit CN1 results.

The CN1 grading boundaries are as follows:

0 – 44 percent: Refer
45 – 64 percent: Pass
65 – 74 percent: Credit
75 percent and above: Distinction

Exam Fees, Dates & Locations

Important note: Students do not have to pay for NEBOSH exams initially. Exam fees are payable when booking your chosen exam date(s) and are subject to change inline with NEBOSH.

NEBOSH Exam sitting locations

The written paper in this exam is now an OBE (Open Book Examination), completed Online via the Internet. This means you can sit this at home as opposed to attending a venue.

Exam fees

1 x open book exam fee = £177 (no VAT applicable)
Plus 2% booking fee (subject to VAT if applicable)

Unit CN1 Exam sitting dates

January, April, July, October

Steps to Pass

There are 3 steps to passing the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) Qualification.

Enrol on the NEBOSH UK Construction training course with SHEilds.
Study the elements of the course online.
Register for and successfully complete the CN1 open book exam, submitted remotely via Internet connection.

You will receive your Construction Certificate results electronically (email), directly from NEBOSH on the results declaration date – information can be found on your booking confirmation slip.

Career Progression

Once certified with a NEBOSH Certificate qualification, for those wanting to progression further with their career, we recommend studying a Diploma level training course. NEBOSH Diplomas are available, and NVQ Diplomas for those who prefer a more “on-the-job” approach to training.

Course Guide & Syllabus

Download the NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) Guide PDF

NEBOSH CN Certificate Syllabus Overview: What you will learn from this course

Unit CN1: Managing Construction Safely

Element 1: The foundations of construction health and safety management (CDM)
Element 2: Improving health and safety culture and assessing risk
Element 3: Managing change and procedure
Element 4: Excavation
Element 5: Demolition
Element 6: Mobile plant and vehicles
Element 7: Working at height
Element 8: Musculoskeletal health and load handling
Element 9: Work equipment
Element 10: Electricity
Element 11: Fire
Element 12: Chemical and biological agents
Element 13: Physical and psychological health

Unit CN1 Assessment

Online Open Book Examination (OBE)

Why study with SHEilds?

Established since 2002, SHEilds are an accredited NEBOSH centre.

SHEilds are one of the worlds largest NEBOSH training providers, become one of the thousands of students studying with us today.

The World’s First Online NEBOSH Provider

Beating the competition since 2005, we’re very proud to claim, SHEilds are the very first provider in the world to offer NEBOSH & IOSH training entirely online!

What is eLearning?

As a SHEilds student, online access to our easy to use NEBOSH eLearning platform is provided. Students use the eLearning platform to study learning materials, receive tutor support and interact with online activities to aid learning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the NEBOSH Construction Certificate UK for?

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) is designed for those looking to start a career in Construction Health and Safety, or to progress their career and work inside the United Kingdom.

If you intend on working outside the United Kingdom, it is recommend to study the International Construction Certificate.

How difficult is the NEBOSH Construction Certificate UK?

Students should be aware this is a certificate level 7 qualification on the SCQF – this is a level 4 qualification on the NQF. This means the NEBOSH Construction Certificate is a relatively demanding qualification to study, approximately equivalent to an A-level / certificate of higher education.

What level is the NEBOSH Construction Certificate?

Both the UK and International, NEBOSH Construction Certificate courses are equivalent to a Level 4 qualification on the NQF, a Level 7 on the SCQF.

See the Qualification Frameworks below to compare qualifications.

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NEBOSH Construction Certificate (UK) Course