Plz I am a novice in the health and safety industry, I wanted to know if it is advisable to go for NEBOSH without going for the hse level 1-3 training. Does it have any complications Thanks.

P.s I called one of the training institutes yesterday to ask. I was told that it doesn't matter.

macolyns:
Plz I am a novice in the health and safety industry, I wanted to know if it is advisable to go for NEBOSH without going for the hse level 1-3 training. Does it have any complications Thanks.

P.s I called one of the training institutes yesterday to ask. I was told that it doesn't matter.

You need the foundation before enrolling for NEBOSH, else you may find it difficult to pass.

ritzycul:

You need the foundation before enrolling for NEBOSH, else you may find it difficult to pass.

@Ritzcul

Thanks. I have already called ISPON office to register for the ghse and level 3 hse training. However I still want to start preparing for the NEBOSH training. I am a graduate of petroleum engineering. Plz House could someone please assist me with training materials to study for NEBOSH. THANKS. Remain Blessed.

My email address okoroaformac@gmail.com

I have never done a HSE before prime international risk not safety mgt is in association with BSC,iirsm,DPR,PMI and nysc the curriculum covers: foundations in heath safety, occupational health hazards n control, basic fire safty, unsafe act auditing n accident investigation, environmental and waste mgt ,industrial security and crime mgt,basic first aid and CPR,Risk assessment, contractors safety mgt, crisis mgt and emergency response, journey mgt system n driving safety
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Please house anyone with study materials for NEBOSH should please help a brother out. Really appreciate.

Thanks.

My email okoroaformac@gmail.com

cruzydal:

Thanks a million

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OmaniPadmeHum:


Well, I do not think my opinion is unclear. You simply want me to reiterate what I say and say again. Also, I do apologize for not being able to comment/reply on time. I have been neck deep into stuff.

See, all I post here about the HSE Profession is my opinion. There is no guarantee that following it will work out. It is based on my judgement as a full practioner of the Discipline. Yes I am a HSE Engineering and Management Professional, however I do not provide fail proof steps to move your career forward.

Now that I have gotten all that out of the way, this is how I think you should go about it.

1. Do NISP/ISPON (HSE Levels 2 and 3).

The reason is that the HSE profession is now in the hands of ISPON by law. The law gives them the powers to control (so to speak) the practise of the discipline. Infact if Nigeria was a law abiding country you shouldn't be employed as a HSE professional in Nigeria without ISPON certification. It is what the ISPON act implies.

As per Novelle and other training schools, they also have their own HSE Training for basic HSE appreciation. However I advise you do it with ISPON just to be on the good side of the Law governing the HSE Practise in Nigeria. Latter you can also do that of Novelle or any other training school's which my be affiliated to other bodies overseas, if time and money permits.

2. Go Higher to NEBOSH IGC/IDP

After your Basics with ISPON, Novelle etc, you can then do NEBOSH IGC. The NEBOSH curriculum is bigger than ISPON's, as such in my opinion, ISPON gives you the foundation for NEBOSH. The ISPON materials originate mainly from Shell while NEBOSH is also from of British curriculum. They have the same origin. They are almost the same. Just that NEBOSH has a bigger course content than ISPON. Also, doing ISPON first, makes NEBOSH simpler for a lot of people.

3. Focus on more Specialized Courses.

Like I will say and say again. Safety Engineering and Safety Administration/Supervision are two different things. I consider these simple HSE Appreciation courses as Safety Administration. There are some other highly specialized courses out there. Based on area of interest,pick some of them and do them.
Why? See for instance, Even if you have ISPON and NEBOSH IGC I wont let you touch a valve in my process plant! You only know basic stuff like hazards and how to guard machinery bla bla... This is rudimentary.
To be able to offer real life professional solutions you need to do courses on specialized areas within the HSE Engineering Discipline. E. G. Instrumentation, chemical reaction risk analyses, hazardous area classification, reliability/availability /maintainability or functional safety, chemical process safety, Human Factory and Ergonomics Designs (HFE), HAZOP/HAZID/HAZAN courses, LOPA/SIL courses, Prevention Through Design (PtD), Piping and Instrumentation Design/Process Control and Safety, etc. etc. etc. etc.

This way you meet local requirements as a HSE Professional, You meet basic international requirements with your NEBOSH and you meet the requirements for specific and indepth skills and expertise.

Now no one says you must do them all at once or immediately after another. You can start small, do some, get a job, work a little, do another etc.

Where possible, you can even do NEBOSH IDP which I say is the only HSE course that comes a little close to what I did when I studied Safety Engineering and Management in France. Yet NEBOSH IDP still doesn't come close. E.G. Nuclear Safety for Nuclear Reactors and all the crazy safety calculations is NOT in NEBOSH IDP, No! Things like Prevention through Design and Human Factor and Ergonomics in designing sitting positions for offices and control rooms and computer keyboards etc. you will never find in NEBOSH IDP.

My MSc was like doing over 30 Specialized and applied safety courses and learning skills and procedures you can apply over any industrial domain. It included in depth studies of everything in any NEBOSH/IOSH/NISP/ whatever curriculum.

4. Improve your Network.

Get to know gurus in the field and in many other works of life. Get to have their contacts. Send them happy new month SMS. Keep in touch with professionals and industry players. Keep these contacts in your phone. Intact where possible, have two phones/numbers.One for Professional Stuff and Immediate Family Members and Another for general friends/public/girl friends etc. I have a phone where I have professional contacts. That phone is also a library. I have professional books saved that I read if I am travelling, or waiting for someone etc.

5. Be Current in your Discipline of Interest.

Know the current happenings, know the current conferences, trainings,etc. know the new discoveries, techniques and state of the art methods invented by professionals in the field/in the discipline/profession. Get interested in current research and development issues and topics.

6. Get experience.

Even if not real life. Go to platforms on LinkedIn and others where HSE guys post their many challenges in their companies, rigs, factories, plants, etc for people to contribute. Use your knowledge and contribute too. Read other people's contributions.
Where possible too, get real life experiences. Find consultants to accompany to the field. Even if for a reduced fee. Keep busy and keep practisicing. Keep stimulating your problem solving skills in the discipline.

7. Pick an Area of Bias.

Select an area you want to specialize in. One area you fancy that you will make sure you know the inside and outside of it. An area you will know so well that people will pay you to even offer training to them. E.g. Reliability, availability and maintainability or Functional Safety as it is sometimes called. This Area of bias does not mean you will be ignorant in other aspects. No. By nature, you will see that there is an area of HSE that you just like and have more interest in. For me I love Chemical Process Safety. I love it so much I wish I could go back and read Chemical engineering.

8. Take it to the Soft/Programming/Modelling Level

Learn softwares, modelling/model building, etc. Learn Hysis, ASPEN, SPSS, Python, AutoCAD, etc. Learn how to build models where possible. You also need these software skills in areas like prevention through design and human factor and ergonomics.

9. Learn How to Identify Demand/Supply Gap.

This is what sets you apart and gives you the ideas for private practise/Consulting Services. This is what will determine if you can see opportunities in the field and in many industries where Supply of HSE Professional/Consukting Services cannot match Demand for that skill/technique/service. When you can identify these gaps quite easily, you then create the supply and steal a chunk of the market or all of the market demand opportunities.
THIS IS THE FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP. The ability to see where demand for a particular product, service, lesser stress or lower cost of a service/product is more than the supply, you provide the supply and take a chunk of that market.
I have friends who do tutorials in PTI Warri to students. Some are consultants on corrosion control and CP Systems.etc. Some offer training needs to companies. Some even recruit contract staff and supply to companies. The company might be willing to pay 100k per staff while when they recruit, they recruit guys willing to take 80k. Per staff per month, they keep 20k. There are many things out there. They study the discipline,profession and market demand for expertise in many areas. They pick an area or multiple areas of interest and then offer/supply the services.

I hope I have been able to stimulate your mind. My disclaimer still remains. These are my personal opinions based on my own practise. You will also need luck. A lot of it. Especially in crazy Nigeria.

Please Sir, Which institution in France did you get your MSc Safety Engineering and Management degree. That's my prospective Masters degree course of study. Thanks

Up coming World Environment Day.



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World Environment Day is the biggest annual event for positive environmental action and takes place every 5 June.


This year’s host country Canada got to choose the theme and will be at the centre of celebrations around the planet.

World Environment Day is a day for everyone, everywhere. Since it began in 1972, global citizens have organized many thousands of events, from neighbourhood clean-ups, to action against wildlife crime, to replanting forests.

This year’s theme invites you to think about how we are part of nature and how intimately we depend on it. It challenges us to find fun and exciting ways to experience and cherish this vital relationship.

http://www.worldenvironmentday.global/en/news/connect-nature-world-environment-day-2017

As HSE professional, use this opportunity to create awareness in your various companies. Create a Public notice or send awareness mails to staff and colleagues.

CC:

NES
SETPOM
DPR
FMENV
NOSDRA
NESREA
State EPAs
WHO
UNEP
NGOs e.g. NCF,
etc.

MikePhronesis:

Please Sir, Which institution in France did you get your MSc Safety Engineering and Management degree. That's my prospective Masters degree course of study. Thanks

National Institute of Applied Sciences (INSA Toulouse), University of Toulouse, France.

It is a Grande Ecole.

OmaniPadmeHum:


National Institute of Applied Sciences (INSA Toulouse), University of Toulouse, France.

It is a Grande Ecole.

Thank you for your quick response sir. Were the modules taught in English?

MikePhronesis:


Thank you for your quick response sir. Were the modules thought in English?

Yes. All of them. But note the following:

1. Some of the Lecturers have strong French accents. Calling Operator as "opayrghatuu"...With their silly pronunciation of R like they are dragging phlegm in their sinuses.

2. Some struggled with the English Language. 1 or 2 of them did. They were not so perfect in English. But they did their best.

3. The program is a professional masters degree. Hundreds of Case Studies. Every module had a case study or two. They respect this more than the Academic type. But in Nigeria the reverse is the case. So if you are looking at the PhD route, you MAY need to reconsider, as professional MSc might not get you in for a PhD program in Nigeria.

4. There is a basic French Course Module so you can perfect your French and find integration into the society a little easy. But the French Course is not part of your assessment. It is not added in your Transcript. I has serious issues with them here as I did not give a shit about the language for personal reasons. However, it is good for you.

5. The program is a little over hyped. I took my time to really discuss with the coordinating professor on what and what should be a part of it. I showed him the modules in UK and German schools for Safety Engineering. I now hear they have modified the course content and are doing better than my time.

OmaniPadmeHum:


Yes. All of them. But note the following:

1. Some of the Lecturers have strong French accents. Calling Operator as "opayrghatuu"...With their silly pronunciation of R like they are dragging phlegm in their sinuses.

2. Some struggled with the English Language. 1 or 2 of them did. They were not so perfect in English. But they did their best.

3. The program is a professional masters degree. Hundreds of Case Studies. Every module had a case study or two. They respect this more than the Academic type. But in Nigeria the reverse is the case. So if you are looking at the PhD route, you MAY need to reconsider, as professional MSc might not get you in for a PhD program in Nigeria.

4. There is a basic French Course Module so you can perfect your French and find integration into the society a little easy. But the French Course is not part of your assessment. It is not added in your Transcript. I has serious issues with them here as I did not give a shit about the language for personal reasons. However, it is good for you.

5. The program is a little over hyped. I took my time to really discuss with the coordinating professor on what and what should be a part of it. I showed him the modules in UK and German schools for Safety Engineering. I now hear they have modified the course content and are doing better than my time.

Thanks a lot sir

OmaniPadmeHum:


National Institute of Applied Sciences (INSA Toulouse), University of Toulouse, France.

It is a Grande Ecole.

Please, sir. How relevant is 132 - hour OSH Professional course by OSHAcademy for a newbie looking for a safety job? Thanks.

Dear all,

Safety Inspector at BUA Cement



Department: Engineering

Minimum Qualification: B.Sc or HND in Health/Safety & Environment, Agricultural Science or related field.

Years of Experience: 3 & above.

Requirements: Knowledge and good understanding of legal matters, regulations etc.

Posted on 25 May, 2017.


Main Topic/Post:

https://www.nairaland.com/3820829/bua-group-massive-recruitment-2017


Quoted Link in Main Topic/Post:

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McMyer:

Please, sir. How relevant is 132 - hour OSH Professional course by OSHAcademy for a newbie looking for a safety job? Thanks.

As long as a training program has content and it is supported by Bodies like OSHA, then it is good. Training is not only to get certificate for the job, but to give you new skills and knowledge or serve as update refresher of past skills and knowledge.

In Nigeria, it is not so important. If employers want to be fair to the rules and regulations in Nigeria, then they should be interested in HSE Levels 1,2,3 for starters. If you have this already, then OSHA-132 is an added advantage.

So in my opinion, see OSHA as added advantage. Show that you go out of your way to improve and reinvent your self and skills. If you have NISP then you can add OSHA to your collection.

Good luck.

OmaniPadmeHum:


As long as a training program has content and it is supported by Bodies like OSHA, then it is good. Training is not only to get certificate for the job, but to give you new skills and knowledge or serve as update refresher of past skills and knowledge.

In Nigeria, it is not so important. If employers want to be fair to the rules and regulations in Nigeria, then they should be interested in HSE Levels 1,2,3 for starters. If you have this already, then OSHA-132 is an added advantage.

So in my opinion, see OSHA as added advantage. Show that you go out of your way to improve and reinvent your self and skills. If you have NISP then you can add OSHA to your collection.

Good luck.

Thank you, boss. The thing is ISPON's website has been off since January and I have no idea of how to get across to them. I stay in Benin City.

OmaniPadmeHum:
Dear all,

Safety Inspector at BUA Cement



Department: Engineering

Minimum Qualification: B.Sc or HND in Health/Safety & Environment, Agricultural Science or related field.

Years of Experience: 3 & above.

Requirements: Knowledge and good understanding of legal matters, regulations etc.

Posted on 25 May, 2017.


Main Topic/Post:

https://www.nairaland.com/3820829/bua-group-massive-recruitment-2017


Quoted Link in Main Topic/Post:

https://bualasucorecuitment2017.typeform.com/to/k24xXo

Sir,

I want to reinvent my career and be relevant in the Oil and gas sector. I'll appreciate a guide from someone as experienced as yourself.

Can I have your email or LinkedIn address

Dear All,


Sorry for the poor picture quality.

Posted as recieved.

Good luck.

Company: OANDO PLC, NIGERIA


Job: Environment, Health, Safety, Security & Quality Analyst
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 3 - 5 years
Location: Nigeria
Job Field: Safety and Environment / HSE



Location: Any City, Nigeria

Job Description

The EHSSQ Analyst is responsible for ensuring field compliance to construction and fabrication codes and standards on projects.

The incumbent shall monitor, enforce and report compliance and/or noncompliance in aspects associated with construction, commissioning and handover, regardless of whether the activities are executed through in-house resources or by contractors.

The position incumbent is expected to be knowledgeable in piping construction codes, standards, regulation and laws governing the construction and operation of Gas and Power production & distribution facilities as well as applicable general nb Health, Safety and Environmental laws and practices.


Scope of Responsibility & Accountability


Coordinates collation of field inspection and test reports on all live construction projects in Oando Gas and power.

Monitors Welder performance and conducts visual inspections of welds and repairs of welds in accordance with Company procedures and international codes of practice.

Checks, inspects and tests project welding and construction materials to ensure they meet project specification requirements

Monitors the construction process from all aspects to ensure performance meets job quality and design requirements in accordance with Company procedures and international standards

Coordinates with clients to undertake Procedure Qualification Tests (PQT) and inspections of prepared test specimens and witnesses destructive tests

Identifies and prepares Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) & PQR for jobs as per project specifications and verifies Welders meet PQR requirements

Collates all relevant documentation for the job and applies the data to the creation of a Test Pack to undertake pre-hydro test inspection activity.

Undertakes verification of welding machines and accessories to ensure equipment meets job requirements/specification and provides verification of electrode baking and holding temperature including control and issue

Conducts fit up and dimension inspections as per Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) and to provide technical guidance for welding sequence and distortion control

Surveys erection, construction and equipment for alignment and dimensional fidelity in accordance with drawings and specifications

Prepares all equipment punch lists and verify all items are in place and act as facilitator during routine audits.

Reports all inspection findings including details of any non-conformities to code/standard

Job Requirements


Minimum second class upper degree in relevant Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Metallurgical & Material)

3-5 years relevant work experience in Construction, Welding Practices or Non- destructive testing.

Professional Certification shall be an added advantage.

Not more than 27 years of age

Additional qualifications will be an added advantage

Apply Through

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djcrown:



Sir,

I want to reinvent my career and be relevant in the Oil and gas sector. I'll appreciate a guide from someone as experienced as yourself.

Can I have your email or LinkedIn address

You can send me a mail from here.
Sorry for the delayed response.
I apologize.

[quote author=OmaniPadmeHum post=56907308]
I wish to ask is it advisable to enrol for roustabout training,this is because I recently just got certified in ghse and hse3 with Ispon.

Good morning all. Please I need the address of ISPON office in Abuja. Please help me. Thanks in advance.

hayotundeh:
.....

It depends on why you need the Oil Roustabout Training.

Are you targeting getting a job with a Drilling Company?

Is it your area of specialization?

Or are you interested in making it your area of specialization?

Recall that as an Oil and Gas roustabout, you are involved in many drilling components and their maintenance including pumps, skips, skids, mud shakers, pits, trenches, draw works (in many instances) etc.

If you feel it will be of use to you, then why not. If you want to get to know these drilling equipment piece by piece, and you feel it is knowledge that is professionally useful to you, then why not. Especially, if you are expecting something from a Drilling Company and you have the funds to go for the training.

COMPANY:
SAHARA GROUP.

POSITION:
QHSSE & QC Laboratory Officer

PURPOSE STATEMENT:
To ensure the implementation and of QHSSE expectations concerning product quality at the Depot Level strategy in line with Group’s initiatives. To ensure Quality Control policies, procedures and processes are strictly and consistently adhered to in Laboratory operations.


KEY DELIVERABLES:
• Ensure safe working environment and identify & correcting unsafe HSE behaviours, practices and conditions in the laboratory.

• Conduct daily Product analysis.

• Monitoring of quality petroleum products lifted out of the depot.

• Sampling of product from vessel and analyzing before product receipt with regulatory staff present.

• Ensuring depot laboratory and equipment are in a good state.

• Ensure proper calibration of laboratory apparatus.

• Procurement and compilation of relevant test methods.

• Preparation of Quality certificates as necessary.

• Conduct Sampling of representative products from tank for analysis.• Conduct Daily confirmation of product quality in trucks, storage tanks and tank release before loading (i.e. specific gravity, conductivity, particulate matter/sediments).

• Follow good housekeeping practices to maintain laboratory cleanliness and follow all safety and environmental regulations in laboratory to ensure incident free work.

• Support all QHSSE function as required.


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Standard

• Must be Familiar with relevant EI, API, JIG, IP, ASTM test methods and Standards.

• Excellent Computing and IT Skills

• Excellent in writing and speaking English

• Familiar with general HSE regulations



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
• BSc Engineering or Applied Sciences (HSE, Chemical, Chemistry, Biochemistry etc.) or other related fields with 2 years of experience in Depot Laboratory operations.

• Must have relevant Oil & Gas Depot Laboratory experience and qualification

• Knowledge of relevant API, EI, JIG, IP, ASTM Standards and test methods.



PERSONALITY TRAITS:
• Must have a Can do attitude

• Must have and display a high level of Integrity

• Be a team player but have the ability to stand alone

• Ability to work with minimal supervision



WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
• Entire organization

• Contractors and Industry Regulators


http://www.sahara-group.com/careers-portal/application.php?q=65

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HSE INTERN
Job Reference Code:
RS-OHS-001 Job Type:
Intern Country:
Nigeria
Summary of Functions:
Assist with the development and administration of programs, reports, and training and employee seminars.
Assist in conducting research in the planning, development and organization of employee informational seminars. Presents portions of safety seminars.
Assist in implementing HSE Management systems and programs and assist in advising staff on relevant HSE information.
Assist in conducting Safety Awareness Programs and in coordinating first-aid training.
Assist in conducting daily safety inspections.
Assist in conducting incident investigation and root cause analysis.
Assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions for non-conformities.
Assist in conducting Emergency Response Training Programs and in conducting safety drills.
Assist OHS team members in the preparation of weekly, monthly and other required safety reports
Perform additional functions incidental to environment and safety activities.
Prepare reports of findings from investigation of accidents, inspection of facilities, or testing of environment.
Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Examine plans and specifications for new projects to determine if all safety requirements have been included.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Educational Qualifications:
A university degree is required with a major in science, technology or engineering preferred.
HSE Certification from OSHA, NEBOSH or NISP/ISPON - Mandatory
Experience Required:
0-2 years
Skills/Qualifications Required:
Good communication skills and the ability to work well with people is essential.
Good leadership skills are beneficial.
Familiarity with statistical methods and spreadsheet applications is required.
Computer literate and able to use MS Office applications effectively.
Fluent in written and verbal English is essential.
Physical Demands:
Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.
Sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.
No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines.
Work Environment:
The job is performed indoors in a traditional office setting. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer monitor.
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