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Focusing on international standards and management systems, completing the NEBOSH Oil & Gas Certificate will provide the knowledge to effectively identify hazards leveraging their technical experience to advise on, or implement risk management controls. And to discharge workplace safety responsibilities both onshore and offshore.
This qualification is suitable for those working anywhere in the world and is based on best industry practices and standards.
Key Topics
Important key topics covered by the NEBOSH Oil & Gas Safety Certificate include:
- Managing Risks & Hazards
- Process Safety Management
- Plant Operations & Contractor Management
- Emergency Response
- Hazards of Logistics & Transportation
This NEBOSH Oil & Gas Certificate is Studied Online
Our NEBOSH Oil and Gas course is studied 100% online. Assessment is based on one classroom-based examination.
Course Details
Quick Course Information
| Brand | NEBOSH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SHEilds Ltd |
| Study method | eLearning, Online |
| Course Level | Equivalent to a Certificate of Higher Education, Equivalent to A Level, UK college level qualification |
| Time Dedication | 54 hours minimum, plus 2 hour exam |
| Course duration / eLearning access | 12 months, plus 3 months FREE! |
| Course Start Dates | Any time |
| Average completion time | 3-12 Months |
| NEBOSH Training & Support | Tutor supported, online messaging system, email, telephone |
| NEBOSH Assessment | One written examination (IOG1) |
| Exam Dates | Quarterly, *Subject to availability |
| Exam Fees | 1 x Written exam fee (IOG1) – £83, Plus 2% exam booking fee |
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 Oil & Gas Technical qualification is specifically designed for people with existing working knowledge and experience in the field of oil & gas. It also builds upon the knowledge gained from studying a NEBOSH general certificate.
The course is best suited to those with supervisory roles, with a need to manage oil and gas safety or for hands-on workers to expand their existing capabilities.
Study Method
Online access to your study materials is provided with downloadable content and tutor support.
The NEBOSH oil and gas 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 Oil & Gas Course. However, successfully completing the NEBOSH general certificate or equivalent is highly recommended.
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.
Study Syllabus
The qualification consists of a single unit – IOG1 with 5 study elements in total.
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 Oil & Gas Certificate.
Course Assessment
One classroom-based written exam
There are 5 elements to study followed by one two hour, in-person written exam (Unit IOG1).
How the course is graded
To achieve the International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety qualification, learners must pass the IOG1 examination with a minimum of 45 marks.
The qualification grade is based solely on the IOG1 exam results.
The IOG1 grading boundaries are as follows:
- 0 – 44 marks: Refer
- 45 – 54 marks: Pass
- 55 – 64 marks: Credit
- 65 marks 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 / Assignment sitting locations
The IOG1 exam is taken in-person, adhering to NEBOSH’s strict examination requirements.
With hundreds of nebosh examination venues, SHEilds can support your needs. We have a presence around the Globe, tell us where you’d like to sit your exam, we have venues in most major cities.
Exam / Assignment fees
- 1 x Written exam fee = £83 (no VAT applicable)
- Plus 2% booking fee (subject to VAT if applicable)
Unit IOG1 Exam sitting dates
- Monthly (subject to availability)
Steps to Pass
There are 3 steps to passing the NEBOSH Oil and Gas Certificate qualification.
- Enrol on the NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety training course with SHEilds.
- Study the elements of the course online.
- Register for and sit the IOG1 exam paper, at a local classroom-based exam venue.
You will receive your results electronically (email), directly from NEBOSH on the results declaration date – information can be found on your booking confirmation slip.
Career Progression
As the NEBOSH Oil and Gas Certificate is a specialist qualification, should you wish to continue within this industry, a logical progression would be to find a more advanced qualification in this area, failing that, there is no substitute for hands-on experience.
To continue down the route of occupational health and safety, a NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Diploma is advised.
Course Guide & Syllabus
NEBOSH IOG Certificate Syllabus Overview: What you will learn from this course
IOG1: Management of international oil and gas operational safety
Element 1: Health, safety and environmental management in context
Element 2: Hydrocarbon process safety (1)
Element 3: Hydrocarbon process safety (2)
Element 4: Fire protection and emergency response
Element 5: Logistics and transport operations
Unit IOG1 Study hours / Assessment
- 34 Taught hours
- 20 Recommended Self-study hours
- 1 In person written assessment
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Original price was: £545.£327Current price is: £327. Exc VAT
Exam fees apply – You do not have to pay for exams initially. Exam fees are payable when booking your chosen exam date(s).
Note: Payments for eLearning courses with a South Africa, UK or UAE billing address (only) are subject to VAT at the prevailing rate.
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SHEilds UK
UK Head Office based in Hull, United Kingdom.
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Phone: +44 (0) 1482 806 805
SHEilds South Africa
South Africa regional head office based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Open: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm
Phone: +2711 675 4177
SHEilds UAE
SHEilds Middle East regional office, based in Dubai, UAE.
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Phone: +971 4 375 4012
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 Oil and Gas Certificate for?
Designed for supervisors, managers, safety advisors / representatives, our NEBOSH Oil and Gas Certificate is aimed at those with safety responsibilities within the industry.
Students will find it helpful to have already achieved certification of a NEBOSH International General Certificate qualification first as this greatly improves a students’ potential end-result.
How difficult is the NEBOSH Oil and Gas Certificate?
The Oil and Gas certificate highlights the importance of process safety management. Being a technical certificate, this NEBOSH course is considered a challenging qualification to study. In particular, the Oil and Gas course demands more from learners, hands-on experience and know how will go a long way in helping to achieve successful certification.
What level is the NEBOSH Oil and Gas Certificate?
Although generally considered more challenging than similar level NEBOSH courses, the NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety is an SCQF level 6/7 comparable to level 4 in England on the NQF.
See the Qualification Frameworks below to compare qualifications.
