Occupational Safety and Health. International Diploma in

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1 An internationally-recognised, professional qualification for health and safety practitioners wishing to progress their careers and ultimately attain chartered status.

2 Overview A practical syllabus covering all aspects of occupational health and safety practice and placing emphasis on ill health prevention and the promotion of a positive health and safety culture Highlights the key role of communication in winning workforce 'hearts and minds' and securing senior management commitment Meets the academic requirements for membership of IOSH at graduate level (Grad IOSH) and full membership of IIRSM Entitles holders to use the designatory letters IDipOSH How it works Candidates undertake a programme of study, normally over a period of hours Assessment comprises two examinations and two workplace based assignments which can be taken over a period of time Scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by the British Safety Council Results and certificates issued within six weeks info@etac.ae

3 The vast majority of occupational accidents and incidents of ill-health can be avoided by good health and safety management. This depends on clearly communicated expert advice from appropriately qualified practitioners. With this in mind, the British Safety Council offers the, an internationallyrecognised, professional qualification for managers and practitioners with specific responsibility for health and safety in the workplace. The content of International Diploma has been carefully designed to ensure that it covers all the aspects of occupational health and safety practice needed by a manager, including risk management, occupational health, promoting a positive health and safety culture and preparing a business case for investment in health and safety. The International Diploma is accredited by the Institution of (IOSH) as meeting the requirement for graduate membership of the Institution (Grad IOSH). Following the successful completion of a period of initial professional development, a graduate member may apply for chartered status (CMIOSH). Holders of the International Diploma may also apply for full membership of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM). The International Diploma comprises three mandatory units, each separately assessed. Unit 1 Principles of Health and Safety Management Unit 2 Safeguarding People s Health in the Workplace Unit 3 Promoting a Positive Health and Safety Culture in the Workplace Entry Requirements It is recommended that candidates entered for the International Diploma have: either a Certificate-level qualification in occupational safety and health; or an alternative appropriate qualification in a related sector; or appropriate experience in a health and safety role; and a level of literacy and numeracy adequate to cope with their assessments. This recommendation is intended to ensure that all candidates who enter for the International Diploma can undertake the assessments with a reasonable expectation of success. Language of Assessment The qualification is assessed in English only info@etac.ae

4 Unit 1 Unit 1 is assessed by a 3-hour written examination in two parts. Part A comprises one compulsory, stimulus-based question worth 40 marks. Candidates are presented with stimulus material relating to a fictitious workplace and are asked a series of questions centred on risk management. Part B comprises eight compulsory short-answer questions each worth 10 marks (total 80 marks). In order to pass this unit, candidates must achieve the pass mark and score at least 40% in each of sections A and B. Unit 2 Unit 2 is assessed by a 2½-hour written examination and a 5,000-word assignment based on an occupational health hazard in the candidate s workplace. The examination comprises ten compulsory short-answer questions each worth 10 marks (100 marks). The examination and assignment are weighted equally, i.e. they both carry a weighting of 50% for the unit. Unit 3 Unit 3 is assessed by a 10,000-word assignment involving an assessment of the health and safety culture in the candidate s workplace, preparation of a strategy for improving that culture and a business case to support the strategy info@etac.ae

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6 Why choose Etisalat Academy? While many telecom training organisations bring PowerPoint slides to a skills-oriented programme, our training facility features the purposebuilt labs and workshops that will get your team to "walk the talk". We have partnered with major telecom manufacturers and built industry alliances across the globe to bring you the latest and the greatest in telecom strategy, technology and equipment. Whether you're looking for a vendor-neutral course on a cutting-edge technology, or a bespoke training programme that equips your team with product-specific competencies and skills, here at Etisalat Academy we've got the expertise that will bring the desired outcome. About Etisalat Academy Etisalat Academy is the largest single-source provider of training and development solutions in the Middle East. For 30 years we have been providing consultancy and human capital development services to telecoms, government agencies, oil & gas companies, financial institutions and organizations across all industries and business sectors. Our solutions range from training and development programs in business, technology and leadership, to consultancy services in the areas of recruitment, team building, performance management, assessment centers and career development. Based in the United Arab Emirates and operating a 1,200,000 square feet training facility in Dubai, our partner network spans five continents and delivers world class training solutions to customers in Afghanistan, Bahrain, Egypt, India, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Sudan. Training & Development Seminars & Events Corporate Facilities Accommodation on Campus Sports & Leisure Club P.O. Box Al Muhaisnah Dubai UAE Emirates Road (E311) Exit 60 Phone Fax info@etac.ae