NEBOSH IGC Detailed Study Guide

IG1 - Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety (Part 1)

Moral reasons emphasize the ethical responsibility employers have to protect workers. Preventing injuries

and illnesses supports employee well-being and morale.

Legal reasons involve compliance with local and international laws. Violations may lead to prosecutions,

fines, and shutdowns.

Financial reasons consider the cost of accidents, including direct (fines, medical costs) and indirect (lost time,

damaged reputation).

Developing a strong health and safety culture means leadership commitment, worker involvement, and

continuous improvement.

Accident causation models, like Heinrichs Domino Theory and the Swiss Cheese Model, explain how multiple

failures can lead to incidents.

IG1 - Element 2: Health and Safety Management Systems (Part 1)

The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) model is a standard framework.

- Plan: Set policy, identify risks, plan objectives.

- Do: Implement procedures and training.

- Check: Monitor and audit performance.

- Act: Review and improve the system.

Policy should be clear, signed by top management, and communicated.

Organizing includes setting responsibilities, consulting workers, and allocating resources.

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Planning involves hazard identification, risk assessments, and legal compliance.

Measuring uses both proactive (inspections) and reactive (accident reports) indicators.

Audits and reviews are vital for evaluating system effectiveness and ensuring legal compliance.

IG1 - Element 3: Managing Risk Understanding People and Processes (Part 1)

Risk assessment is the cornerstone of managing workplace hazards.

Steps:

1. Identify hazards (e.g., slips, falls, chemicals)

2. Evaluate the risks (likelihood and severity)

3. Decide on precautions

4. Record findings and implement them

5. Review and update regularly

The hierarchy of control ranks control methods from most to least effective:

1. Elimination

2. Substitution

3. Engineering controls

4. Administrative controls

5. PPE

Permit-to-work systems are formal procedures for high-risk activities.

Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) define how tasks should be safely performed.

Human factors like stress, fatigue, and poor communication can lead to errors.

Ergonomics ensures the job fits the worker, reducing strain and improving performance.
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IG1 - Element 4: Health and Safety Monitoring and Measuring (Part 1)

Monitoring helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

- Active monitoring: Inspections, audits, performance reviews.

- Reactive monitoring: Incident reports, near misses, and accident investigations.

Incident investigation identifies immediate, underlying, and root causes.

Reporting procedures should comply with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance reviews involve analyzing data, setting KPIs, and management review meetings.

Continual improvement relies on feedback loops, benchmarking, and employee suggestions.

IG2 - Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health Hazards (Part 1)

This element focuses on identifying and controlling risks from:

- Manual handling: Use TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to assess risks.

- Display screen equipment: Ensure good posture, lighting, and breaks.

- Noise and vibration: Assess exposure and use controls like isolation and PPE.

- Psychological health: Manage stress, bullying, and workload.

- Violence at work: Risk assessments, training, and workplace design are key.

- Substance misuse: Policies, support programs, and regular monitoring.

The practical assessment involves visiting a workplace, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and

recommending realistic control measures in a formal report.

IG1 - Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety (Part 2)
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Moral reasons emphasize the ethical responsibility employers have to protect workers. Preventing injuries

and illnesses supports employee well-being and morale.

Legal reasons involve compliance with local and international laws. Violations may lead to prosecutions,

fines, and shutdowns.

Financial reasons consider the cost of accidents, including direct (fines, medical costs) and indirect (lost time,

damaged reputation).

Developing a strong health and safety culture means leadership commitment, worker involvement, and

continuous improvement.

Accident causation models, like Heinrichs Domino Theory and the Swiss Cheese Model, explain how multiple

failures can lead to incidents.

IG1 - Element 2: Health and Safety Management Systems (Part 2)

The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) model is a standard framework.

- Plan: Set policy, identify risks, plan objectives.

- Do: Implement procedures and training.

- Check: Monitor and audit performance.

- Act: Review and improve the system.

Policy should be clear, signed by top management, and communicated.

Organizing includes setting responsibilities, consulting workers, and allocating resources.

Planning involves hazard identification, risk assessments, and legal compliance.

Measuring uses both proactive (inspections) and reactive (accident reports) indicators.
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Audits and reviews are vital for evaluating system effectiveness and ensuring legal compliance.

IG1 - Element 3: Managing Risk Understanding People and Processes (Part 2)

Risk assessment is the cornerstone of managing workplace hazards.

Steps:

1. Identify hazards (e.g., slips, falls, chemicals)

2. Evaluate the risks (likelihood and severity)

3. Decide on precautions

4. Record findings and implement them

5. Review and update regularly

The hierarchy of control ranks control methods from most to least effective:

1. Elimination

2. Substitution

3. Engineering controls

4. Administrative controls

5. PPE

Permit-to-work systems are formal procedures for high-risk activities.

Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) define how tasks should be safely performed.

Human factors like stress, fatigue, and poor communication can lead to errors.

Ergonomics ensures the job fits the worker, reducing strain and improving performance.

IG1 - Element 4: Health and Safety Monitoring and Measuring (Part 2)

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Monitoring helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

- Active monitoring: Inspections, audits, performance reviews.

- Reactive monitoring: Incident reports, near misses, and accident investigations.

Incident investigation identifies immediate, underlying, and root causes.

Reporting procedures should comply with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance reviews involve analyzing data, setting KPIs, and management review meetings.

Continual improvement relies on feedback loops, benchmarking, and employee suggestions.

IG2 - Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health Hazards (Part 2)

This element focuses on identifying and controlling risks from:

- Manual handling: Use TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to assess risks.

- Display screen equipment: Ensure good posture, lighting, and breaks.

- Noise and vibration: Assess exposure and use controls like isolation and PPE.

- Psychological health: Manage stress, bullying, and workload.

- Violence at work: Risk assessments, training, and workplace design are key.

- Substance misuse: Policies, support programs, and regular monitoring.

The practical assessment involves visiting a workplace, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and

recommending realistic control measures in a formal report.

IG1 - Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety (Part 3)

Moral reasons emphasize the ethical responsibility employers have to protect workers. Preventing injuries
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and illnesses supports employee well-being and morale.

Legal reasons involve compliance with local and international laws. Violations may lead to prosecutions,

fines, and shutdowns.

Financial reasons consider the cost of accidents, including direct (fines, medical costs) and indirect (lost time,

damaged reputation).

Developing a strong health and safety culture means leadership commitment, worker involvement, and

continuous improvement.

Accident causation models, like Heinrichs Domino Theory and the Swiss Cheese Model, explain how multiple

failures can lead to incidents.

IG1 - Element 2: Health and Safety Management Systems (Part 3)

The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) model is a standard framework.

- Plan: Set policy, identify risks, plan objectives.

- Do: Implement procedures and training.

- Check: Monitor and audit performance.

- Act: Review and improve the system.

Policy should be clear, signed by top management, and communicated.

Organizing includes setting responsibilities, consulting workers, and allocating resources.

Planning involves hazard identification, risk assessments, and legal compliance.

Measuring uses both proactive (inspections) and reactive (accident reports) indicators.
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Audits and reviews are vital for evaluating system effectiveness and ensuring legal compliance.

IG1 - Element 3: Managing Risk Understanding People and Processes (Part 3)

Risk assessment is the cornerstone of managing workplace hazards.

Steps:

1. Identify hazards (e.g., slips, falls, chemicals)

2. Evaluate the risks (likelihood and severity)

3. Decide on precautions

4. Record findings and implement them

5. Review and update regularly

The hierarchy of control ranks control methods from most to least effective:

1. Elimination

2. Substitution

3. Engineering controls

4. Administrative controls

5. PPE

Permit-to-work systems are formal procedures for high-risk activities.

Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) define how tasks should be safely performed.

Human factors like stress, fatigue, and poor communication can lead to errors.

Ergonomics ensures the job fits the worker, reducing strain and improving performance.

IG1 - Element 4: Health and Safety Monitoring and Measuring (Part 3)

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Monitoring helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

- Active monitoring: Inspections, audits, performance reviews.

- Reactive monitoring: Incident reports, near misses, and accident investigations.

Incident investigation identifies immediate, underlying, and root causes.

Reporting procedures should comply with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance reviews involve analyzing data, setting KPIs, and management review meetings.

Continual improvement relies on feedback loops, benchmarking, and employee suggestions.

IG2 - Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health Hazards (Part 3)

This element focuses on identifying and controlling risks from:

- Manual handling: Use TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to assess risks.

- Display screen equipment: Ensure good posture, lighting, and breaks.

- Noise and vibration: Assess exposure and use controls like isolation and PPE.

- Psychological health: Manage stress, bullying, and workload.

- Violence at work: Risk assessments, training, and workplace design are key.

- Substance misuse: Policies, support programs, and regular monitoring.

The practical assessment involves visiting a workplace, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and

recommending realistic control measures in a formal report.

IG1 - Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety (Part 4)

Moral reasons emphasize the ethical responsibility employers have to protect workers. Preventing injuries

and illnesses supports employee well-being and morale.

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Legal reasons involve compliance with local and international laws. Violations may lead to prosecutions,

fines, and shutdowns.

Financial reasons consider the cost of accidents, including direct (fines, medical costs) and indirect (lost time,

damaged reputation).

Developing a strong health and safety culture means leadership commitment, worker involvement, and

continuous improvement.

Accident causation models, like Heinrichs Domino Theory and the Swiss Cheese Model, explain how multiple

failures can lead to incidents.

IG1 - Element 2: Health and Safety Management Systems (Part 4)

The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) model is a standard framework.

- Plan: Set policy, identify risks, plan objectives.

- Do: Implement procedures and training.

- Check: Monitor and audit performance.

- Act: Review and improve the system.

Policy should be clear, signed by top management, and communicated.

Organizing includes setting responsibilities, consulting workers, and allocating resources.

Planning involves hazard identification, risk assessments, and legal compliance.

Measuring uses both proactive (inspections) and reactive (accident reports) indicators.

Audits and reviews are vital for evaluating system effectiveness and ensuring legal compliance.
 NEBOSH IGC Detailed Study Guide

IG1 - Element 3: Managing Risk Understanding People and Processes (Part 4)

Risk assessment is the cornerstone of managing workplace hazards.

Steps:

1. Identify hazards (e.g., slips, falls, chemicals)

2. Evaluate the risks (likelihood and severity)

3. Decide on precautions

4. Record findings and implement them

5. Review and update regularly

The hierarchy of control ranks control methods from most to least effective:

1. Elimination

2. Substitution

3. Engineering controls

4. Administrative controls

5. PPE

Permit-to-work systems are formal procedures for high-risk activities.

Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) define how tasks should be safely performed.

Human factors like stress, fatigue, and poor communication can lead to errors.

Ergonomics ensures the job fits the worker, reducing strain and improving performance.

IG1 - Element 4: Health and Safety Monitoring and Measuring (Part 4)

Monitoring helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

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- Active monitoring: Inspections, audits, performance reviews.

- Reactive monitoring: Incident reports, near misses, and accident investigations.

Incident investigation identifies immediate, underlying, and root causes.

Reporting procedures should comply with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance reviews involve analyzing data, setting KPIs, and management review meetings.

Continual improvement relies on feedback loops, benchmarking, and employee suggestions.

IG2 - Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health Hazards (Part 4)

This element focuses on identifying and controlling risks from:

- Manual handling: Use TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to assess risks.

- Display screen equipment: Ensure good posture, lighting, and breaks.

- Noise and vibration: Assess exposure and use controls like isolation and PPE.

- Psychological health: Manage stress, bullying, and workload.

- Violence at work: Risk assessments, training, and workplace design are key.

- Substance misuse: Policies, support programs, and regular monitoring.

The practical assessment involves visiting a workplace, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and

recommending realistic control measures in a formal report.

IG1 - Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety (Part 5)

Moral reasons emphasize the ethical responsibility employers have to protect workers. Preventing injuries

and illnesses supports employee well-being and morale.

Legal reasons involve compliance with local and international laws. Violations may lead to prosecutions,
 NEBOSH IGC Detailed Study Guide

fines, and shutdowns.

Financial reasons consider the cost of accidents, including direct (fines, medical costs) and indirect (lost time,

damaged reputation).

Developing a strong health and safety culture means leadership commitment, worker involvement, and

continuous improvement.

Accident causation models, like Heinrichs Domino Theory and the Swiss Cheese Model, explain how multiple

failures can lead to incidents.

IG1 - Element 2: Health and Safety Management Systems (Part 5)

The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) model is a standard framework.

- Plan: Set policy, identify risks, plan objectives.

- Do: Implement procedures and training.

- Check: Monitor and audit performance.

- Act: Review and improve the system.

Policy should be clear, signed by top management, and communicated.

Organizing includes setting responsibilities, consulting workers, and allocating resources.

Planning involves hazard identification, risk assessments, and legal compliance.

Measuring uses both proactive (inspections) and reactive (accident reports) indicators.

Audits and reviews are vital for evaluating system effectiveness and ensuring legal compliance.

IG1 - Element 3: Managing Risk Understanding People and Processes (Part 5)

 NEBOSH IGC Detailed Study Guide

Risk assessment is the cornerstone of managing workplace hazards.

Steps:

1. Identify hazards (e.g., slips, falls, chemicals)

2. Evaluate the risks (likelihood and severity)

3. Decide on precautions

4. Record findings and implement them

5. Review and update regularly

The hierarchy of control ranks control methods from most to least effective:

1. Elimination

2. Substitution

3. Engineering controls

4. Administrative controls

5. PPE

Permit-to-work systems are formal procedures for high-risk activities.

Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) define how tasks should be safely performed.

Human factors like stress, fatigue, and poor communication can lead to errors.

Ergonomics ensures the job fits the worker, reducing strain and improving performance.

IG1 - Element 4: Health and Safety Monitoring and Measuring (Part 5)

Monitoring helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

- Active monitoring: Inspections, audits, performance reviews.

- Reactive monitoring: Incident reports, near misses, and accident investigations.

 NEBOSH IGC Detailed Study Guide

Incident investigation identifies immediate, underlying, and root causes.

Reporting procedures should comply with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance reviews involve analyzing data, setting KPIs, and management review meetings.

Continual improvement relies on feedback loops, benchmarking, and employee suggestions.

IG2 - Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health Hazards (Part 5)

This element focuses on identifying and controlling risks from:

- Manual handling: Use TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to assess risks.

- Display screen equipment: Ensure good posture, lighting, and breaks.

- Noise and vibration: Assess exposure and use controls like isolation and PPE.

- Psychological health: Manage stress, bullying, and workload.

- Violence at work: Risk assessments, training, and workplace design are key.

- Substance misuse: Policies, support programs, and regular monitoring.

The practical assessment involves visiting a workplace, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and

recommending realistic control measures in a formal report.

IG1 - Element 1: Why We Should Manage Workplace Health and Safety (Part 6)

Moral reasons emphasize the ethical responsibility employers have to protect workers. Preventing injuries

and illnesses supports employee well-being and morale.

Legal reasons involve compliance with local and international laws. Violations may lead to prosecutions,

fines, and shutdowns.

 NEBOSH IGC Detailed Study Guide

Financial reasons consider the cost of accidents, including direct (fines, medical costs) and indirect (lost time,

damaged reputation).

Developing a strong health and safety culture means leadership commitment, worker involvement, and

continuous improvement.

Accident causation models, like Heinrichs Domino Theory and the Swiss Cheese Model, explain how multiple

failures can lead to incidents.

IG1 - Element 2: Health and Safety Management Systems (Part 6)

The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) model is a standard framework.

- Plan: Set policy, identify risks, plan objectives.

- Do: Implement procedures and training.

- Check: Monitor and audit performance.

- Act: Review and improve the system.

Policy should be clear, signed by top management, and communicated.

Organizing includes setting responsibilities, consulting workers, and allocating resources.

Planning involves hazard identification, risk assessments, and legal compliance.

Measuring uses both proactive (inspections) and reactive (accident reports) indicators.

Audits and reviews are vital for evaluating system effectiveness and ensuring legal compliance.

IG1 - Element 3: Managing Risk Understanding People and Processes (Part 6)

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Risk assessment is the cornerstone of managing workplace hazards.

Steps:

1. Identify hazards (e.g., slips, falls, chemicals)

2. Evaluate the risks (likelihood and severity)

3. Decide on precautions

4. Record findings and implement them

5. Review and update regularly

The hierarchy of control ranks control methods from most to least effective:

1. Elimination

2. Substitution

3. Engineering controls

4. Administrative controls

5. PPE

Permit-to-work systems are formal procedures for high-risk activities.

Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) define how tasks should be safely performed.

Human factors like stress, fatigue, and poor communication can lead to errors.

Ergonomics ensures the job fits the worker, reducing strain and improving performance.

IG1 - Element 4: Health and Safety Monitoring and Measuring (Part 6)

Monitoring helps identify strengths and weaknesses.

- Active monitoring: Inspections, audits, performance reviews.

- Reactive monitoring: Incident reports, near misses, and accident investigations.

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Incident investigation identifies immediate, underlying, and root causes.

Reporting procedures should comply with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance reviews involve analyzing data, setting KPIs, and management review meetings.

Continual improvement relies on feedback loops, benchmarking, and employee suggestions.

IG2 - Element 5: Physical and Psychological Health Hazards (Part 6)

This element focuses on identifying and controlling risks from:

- Manual handling: Use TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to assess risks.

- Display screen equipment: Ensure good posture, lighting, and breaks.

- Noise and vibration: Assess exposure and use controls like isolation and PPE.

- Psychological health: Manage stress, bullying, and workload.

- Violence at work: Risk assessments, training, and workplace design are key.

- Substance misuse: Policies, support programs, and regular monitoring.

The practical assessment involves visiting a workplace, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and

recommending realistic control measures in a formal report.