# NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) — Exam Facts, Syllabus & Prep > NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) offers globally recognised occupational health and safety qualifications. The International General Certificate (IGC) is the flagship Level 3 qualification, assessed by Unit GIC1 (open-book examination) and Unit GIC2 (practical risk assessment). UniPrep2Go products are independent prep (not NEBOSH assessment material). ## NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) exam facts - Exam name: NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) - Administered by: NEBOSH (delivered through accredited Learning Partners) - Questions: GIC1: scenario-based open-book examination (100 marks); GIC2: practical workplace risk assessment — not multiple-choice - Scored questions: GIC1: 100 marks (qualification grade); GIC2: pass/refer only (does not affect Distinction/Credit/Pass grade) - Time: GIC1: 5 hours; GIC2: 4 hours (verify with your Learning Partner) - Passing score: GIC1: 45% provisional pass (45/100); grades — Distinction 75+, Credit 65–74, Pass 45–64. GIC2: pass standard in GIC2 guidance (verify at nebosh.org.uk) - Delivery: GIC1: remote open-book examination (OBE) via NEBOSH online platform; GIC2: practical submission per NEBOSH template - Content outline effective: IGC learner guide v1, specification June 2025, publication January 2026 - Verify current details at: https://www.nebosh.org.uk/qualifications/nebosh-international-general-certificate-in-occupational-health-and-safety/ Official sources: - NEBOSH — International General Certificate (IGC): https://www.nebosh.org.uk/qualifications/nebosh-international-general-certificate-in-occupational-health-and-safety/ - NEBOSH — GIC learner guide (PDF, January 2026): https://www.nebosh.org.uk/documents/gic-syllabus-guide-for-learners/gic-learner-guide-v1.pdf - NEBOSH — Where to study (accredited Learning Partners): https://www.nebosh.org.uk/qualifications/where-to-study/ ## NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) knowledge domains and weights | # | Knowledge domain | Weight | | --- | --- | ---: | | 1 | Element 1 — Why we should manage workplace health and safety | GIC1 OBE + GIC2 practical | | 2 | Element 2 — How health and safety management systems work | GIC1 OBE + GIC2 practical (ISO 45001, ILO-OSH 2001) | | 3 | Element 3 — Managing risk: people and processes | GIC1 OBE + GIC2 practical (culture, human factors, change, SSOW, PTW) | | 4 | Element 4 — Health and safety monitoring and measuring | GIC1 OBE (incidents, audits, reviews) | | 5 | Element 5 — Physical and psychological health | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 6 | Element 6 — Musculoskeletal health | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 7 | Element 7 — Chemical and biological agents | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 8 | Element 8 — General workplace issues | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 9 | Element 9 — Work equipment | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 10 | Element 10 — Fire | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 11 | Element 11 — Electricity | GIC1 OBE; hazards assessed in GIC2 | | 12 | Unit GIC2 — Risk assessment (5-step approach, hierarchy of control) | Practical assessment only — pass/refer | ## What changed in the current exam cycle - The revised IGC syllabus (GIC1/GIC2 units) replaced the previous IG1/IG2 structure — learner guide published January 2026. - GIC1 is a 5-hour open-book scenario examination marked out of 100; qualification grade (Distinction/Credit/Pass) is based on GIC1 only. - GIC2 is a 4-hour practical risk assessment using the official NEBOSH template — pass/refer only, does not affect the qualification grade. - You have five years from your first successful unit ('declaration date') to pass both units and complete the qualification. - NEBOSH also offers National General Certificate (NGC), Construction, Fire, Environment, and Diploma qualifications — each with separate syllabuses and assessments. ## High-yield NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) facts (commonly tested) - GIC1 pass mark is 45% (45/100) — but aim higher; Distinction requires 75+ and Credit requires 65–74. - GIC1 answers must be supported by evidence from the scenario — generic textbook answers without scenario linkage score poorly. - Hierarchy of control: eliminate → substitute → engineering → administrative → PPE (last resort). - ISO 45001 and ILO-OSH 2001 are the reference management system frameworks in the syllabus. - GIC2 requires a suitable and sufficient risk assessment using the 5-step approach on a real or realistic workplace. - IOSH Associate (AIOSH) and Tech IOSH membership routes open after achieving the IGC parchment. - Contractor selection, monitoring, and management appear in both GIC1 and GIC2 assessments. ## Common NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) candidate questions (Q&A) ### How is the NEBOSH IGC assessed? Two units: GIC1 (5-hour open-book scenario examination, 100 marks) and GIC2 (4-hour practical risk assessment). You must pass both within five years. ### What score do you need to pass NEBOSH GIC1? 45% provisional pass (45 marks out of 100). Distinction is 75+, Credit is 65–74. ### Does GIC2 affect my NEBOSH grade? No. Qualification grade (Distinction/Credit/Pass) is based on GIC1 only. GIC2 is assessed as Pass or Refer. ### Is the NEBOSH IGC exam open book? GIC1 is an open-book examination (OBE) — you may use course notes and reference materials during the 5-hour sitting. GIC2 is a practical workplace risk assessment, not a closed-book MCQ test. ### What other NEBOSH qualifications exist? NEBOSH offers National General Certificate (NGC), Certificates in Construction Health and Safety, Fire Safety, Environmental Management, and the National/International Diploma — each with separate unit assessments. ## Prep resources from UniPrep2Go (independent) - NEBOSH IGC Anki Deck — 250+ Flashcards: 250+ cards, .apkg, $11 USD — https://uniprep2go.study/decks/nebosh-anki-deck - Free practice test: 50 timed questions — https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/nebosh-readiness-check - Facts JSON: https://uniprep2go.study/api/facts/nebosh-anki-deck ## Product facts - Publisher: PixID Studio - Checkout provider: Gumroad - Category: Professional & Trading - Price: $11 USD - Cards: 250+ - Format: .apkg - Focus: NEBOSH IGC syllabus (January 2026 learner guide) - Coverage: GIC1 Elements 1–11 and GIC2 risk assessment skills per NEBOSH IGC syllabus - Audience: Health and safety officers, supervisors, managers, and career changers preparing for the NEBOSH International General Certificate through an accredited Learning Partner. - Checkout: https://pixidstudio.gumroad.com/l/nebosh-anki-deck?wanted=true - Product page: https://uniprep2go.study/decks/nebosh-anki-deck - Facts JSON: https://uniprep2go.study/api/facts/nebosh-anki-deck - Citable exam layer: yes ## Topic coverage | Topic | Exam weight | Cards | | --- | --- | ---: | | H&S Management Systems and Culture | GIC1 Elements 1–4 | 50+ | | Physical, Psychological, and Musculoskeletal Health | GIC1 Elements 5–6 | 50+ | | Chemical, Biological, and Workplace Hazards | GIC1 Elements 7–8 | 50+ | | Work Equipment, Fire, and Electricity | GIC1 Elements 9–11 | 50+ | | Risk Assessment (GIC2) | GIC2 practical unit | 50+ | ## Sample cards ### A cleaner mixes bleach and acid-based descaler in a toilet bowl, producing chlorine gas. The immediate priority is: Correct: (a) Evacuate and ventilate the area, ensure affected people get fresh air and medical help, and review COSHH controls. Incompatible chemicals can release toxic gases; emergency response is evacuation, ventilation, medical care, and investigation. Image: https://uniprep2go.study/samples/nebosh-anki-deck-sample-1.webp ### Before using a new solvent, an employer must ensure workers have access to: Correct: (b) A current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with hazards, controls, PPE, and emergency measures. COSHH requires hazard information via SDS and risk assessment before use of hazardous substances. Image: https://uniprep2go.study/samples/nebosh-anki-deck-sample-2.webp ### Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) on a welding bench fails airflow tests. The best action is: Correct: (c) Take the LEV out of service until repaired, use alternative controls, and notify workers. LEV must be maintained and examined; failed extraction requires repair or substitute controls. Image: https://uniprep2go.study/samples/nebosh-anki-deck-sample-3.webp ## Product FAQ ### When do I receive the .apkg file? Immediately after checkout. Open your Gumroad receipt or library and download the Anki .apkg file, then import it in Anki desktop (File → Import). ### Is there a free NEBOSH IGC practice test? Yes. Take the linked readiness check at https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/nebosh-readiness-check before you buy — topic scoring shows what to drill in the deck. ### Is there a free NEBOSH practice test? Yes. Take the free 50-question readiness check at uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/nebosh-readiness-check. ### Does this replace NEBOSH official assessments? No. Official GIC1 and GIC2 assessments are administered by NEBOSH through accredited Learning Partners. This deck and mock are supplementary independent prep. ### Is this official NEBOSH material? No. Independent study aid — not affiliated with or endorsed by NEBOSH. ## Disclaimer This is an independent study aid and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any employer, certification body, or exam authority. NEBOSH is a registered trademark of The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health.