NEBOSH National Environmental Certificate
The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate (EC) is a recognised environmental qualification worldwide, which focuses on environmental management systems (ISO 14001), impact assessments, energy efficiency, pollution and environmental emergencies. The syllabus includes UK, EU and international references.Download more information on this course by downloading the Learner Handbook.Assessment• EMC1 is assessed by a scenario-based assessment completed at home. You have 24 hours to complete this.• EMC2 is assessed by a three-hour practical assessment carried out in your workplace (or another suitable workplace).
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Course Summary
The EC consists of two components:
- EMC 1: Management and control of environmental hazards Foundations in Environmental Management Environmental Management Systems Assessing Environmental Aspects and Impacts Planning for and Dealing with Environmental Emergencies Control of Emissions to Air Control of Environmental Noise Control of Contamination of Water Sources Control of Waste and Land Use Sources and Use of Energy and Energy Efficiency
- EMC 2: Assessing Environmental Aspects and Associated Impacts
Download the Course Syllabus For NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate (EMC). Click here to visit the NEBOSH website for more information regarding this course.
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Is Introduction to SAMTRAC the same as SAMTRAC?
No. Introduction to SAMTRAC is an introductory programme, while SAMTRAC is a separate programme. They also have different QCTO Skills Programme outcomes: Introduction to SAMTRAC is NQF Level 2 with 2 credits; SAMTRAC is NQF Level 5 with 3 credits.
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SAMTRAC is NOSA’s occupational health and safety training programme for learners who want to develop their knowledge of safety management. Review the SAMTRAC course page for the current syllabus, entry requirements, study options and assessments.
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