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NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction

Course Overview

The NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction course runs over 10 days and is spread across several weeks. Specifically designed for health and safety practitioners in the construction sector, this course provides practical knowledge and tools relevant to real-world sites.

What You’ll Learn

Importantly, the course equips you with a clear understanding of your health and safety responsibilities. You will learn how to identify, evaluate, and control the wide range of workplace hazards commonly found on construction sites.

As a result, you’ll be able to manage daily risks more effectively and safeguard both yourself and your colleagues.

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Why take the NEBOSH Construction Certificate course?

This course is especially suited for supervisors, managers, and professionals who have responsibilities under the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015.

By enrolling in this course, you will gain the ability to:

  • Reduce workplace injuries and illnesses
  • Promote employee wellbeing
  • Strengthen your organisation’s health and safety culture

Furthermore, this qualification allows you to clearly demonstrate your professional commitment to health and safety—both internally and externally—to employers, clients, and team members.

 

What does the course involve?

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate includes the following key unit:

  • CN1: Managing Construction Safely
  • Open Book Examination: Completed remotely within a 48-hour window

Unlike the NEBOSH General Certificate, this course does not include a risk assessment or practical submission. That distinction is one of the course’s primary differences.

Need to Resit?

If you need to resit your assessment, simply contact our helpful team—we’re happy to assist you through the process.

 

HOW IS THIS NEBOSH COURSE DELIVERED?

This course can be delivered in the following ways:

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Online

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate can be completed via a virtual classroom using Zoom. This remote option removes the need to travel and is ideal for convenience and accessibility.

To join, simply log in using the provided link through a computer or laptop equipped with a camera, microphone, screen, and internet access. The course is delivered live by an experienced trainer, and you’ll be able to interact with both the trainer and fellow delegates via webchat or video.

Just like in-person classroom learning, multiple start dates are available. Additionally, the course fee includes the first sitting of your assessments—so there are no hidden charges.

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Classroom

Prefer face-to-face interaction? You can attend the NEBOSH Construction Certificate course in one of our nationwide training venues. Public course dates are available throughout the year, offering flexibility in both time and location.

As with our online option, classroom course fees include the first assessment sitting.

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In-house

We also offer in-house delivery tailored to your organisation. You can choose to host the course at one of our venues or at your own preferred location.

This format encourages discussions around your company’s safety procedures and workplace culture. However, please note:

  • A maximum of 20 delegates can attend
  • All delegates must complete the official NEBOSH assessments

Pricing for in-house delivery is based on the number of delegates and location. To receive a customised quote, complete the in-house training enquiry form, and a team member will contact you promptly.

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eLearning

The NEBOSH Construction Certificate is also available as a self-paced eLearning course—perfect for those who prefer flexibility or cannot attend live sessions.

Upon booking, 3B Training will provide login details to the online portal. Learners must complete the course before the license expiry and take the final exam to gain certification.

Price

£ + VAT

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Next Available Course Dates - NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction

Next Available Course Dates - NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction

Key benefits of the NEBOSH Construction Course

  • Gain a respected, industry-recognised qualification
  • Improve your career prospects with a trusted credential
  • Apply your learning directly in real construction settings
  • Enhance workplace safety through practical skills
  • Build a competent and safety-conscious workforce
  • Positively influence your organisation’s safety culture
  • Establish safe systems of work to support ongoing operations

Notably, this qualification aligns with NVQ Level 3 / A-Level standards and is recognised under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. It follows NEBOSH’s most recent syllabus.

Course Content Overview

CN1 – Managing Construction Safely

This comprehensive unit covers the following key topics:

  1. Foundations of construction health and safety management
  2. Improving safety culture and assessing risks
  3. Managing procedural changes
  4. Excavation
  5. Demolition
  6. Mobile plant and vehicles
  7. Working at height
  8. Musculoskeletal health and manual handling
  9. Work equipment safety
  10. Electrical safety
  11. Fire prevention
  12. Chemical and biological hazard
  13. Physical and psychological health

 

Open Book Examination – 48 hours

To successfully complete the course, you must take the CN1 Open Book Examination remotely. You’ll be given a 48-hour window to complete and submit your answers.

After submission, a brief interview (around 15 minutes) will be conducted by 3B Training within a few days. Your interview slot will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Technical Support

Importantly, NEBOSH provides full technical support throughout the 48-hour assessment period. This digital format replaces the traditional exam and offers enhanced flexibility for learners.

Excellent course, really well taught.
Carl Evans

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How long does the NEBOSH Construction Certificate course take?
    How long does the NEBOSH Construction Certificate course take?

    The NEBOSH Construction Certificate course spans 10 days, in addition to your personal study time.

    Leaners can split the 10-day course over a two-week period or opt to following the Day Release option.

    In the Day Release option learners attend 2-days a week over a 5-week period, plus the Open Book exam.

    Note: This course shares training sessions with the NEBOSH General Certificate.

  • What are the entry requirements?

    We advise you to have a strong command of written and spoken English before attending this course.

    NEBOSH recommends that learners pursuing this qualification meet a minimum English standard equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0.

  • Is this NEBOSH Construction Certificate course accredited?

    Yes. NEBOSH accredits the course, and 3B Training is a NEBOSH GOLD Learning Partner—exceeding NEBOSH’s 6 Learning Excellence Principles.

  • What level is the NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction qualification?

    As of 2023, this course is considered Level 7 and meets the criteria for the CSCS Academically Qualified Person (AQP) card scheme.

  • Do NEBOSH qualifications expire?

    No. Once you pass, your NEBOSH Construction Certificate is valid for life.

  • Are assessments available in languages other than English?

    Exams are only available in English.

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