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Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by brainwave(m): 12:12am On May 03, 2022 |
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Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 11:11pm On Feb 20, 2022 |
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Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 7:17pm On Feb 15, 2022 |
A subsidiary of multinational/global entity in the maritime sector is searching for competent, innovative and smart HSE professionals with about 5 years' experience and the right ethics for the job. If you believe you are the most suited to be the HSE Supervisor, then please send your CV to recruitment@tict-ng.com to participate in the selection process. |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 8:40pm On Dec 21, 2021 |
Juwon21: Good one Juwon21! I'll also endeavor to check in on the thread to chip in my contributions every now and then, as much as possible but as we all know, life often gets busy and demanding of people's time, energy and attention in different directions. Hope your HSE journey is going ok by the way? Cheers!!! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 5:24am On Feb 17, 2020 |
micxwell: Nice one bro! Your determination and doggedness is commendable. 1 Like |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 5:21am On Feb 17, 2020 |
Limitless72: Hmm...bros, I wish I could assist with answers but unfortunately, I am not in position because its been a long time (about or over a decade) since I took either of those courses so, I'm not current on information about the cost implications. I guess someone more current will provide answers to your questions. Cheeers! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 10:48pm On Jan 30, 2020 |
NYCnextStop: Hmm...well. my honest opinion may not be accurate as I'd very likely have a positive bias towards HSE cos that what I know and have the most passion for. Nevertheless, if finance is not a deterrent and you have international career aspirations like the original guy (Eleniyan) who asked the question, I'd definitely recommend HSE because, you might be better placed competing for HSE jobs with Arabs, Europeans or Americans than if you were to compete with them for HR positions. It all boils down to your personal circumstance and future desires or plans. As for the question of which to go for between HSE (I'm assuming by this you mean Nigeria-based programs from organisations like ISPON etc) and NEBOSH, of course if you've got the resources and have to choose one, NEBOSH is the way to go! Hope this helps! 3 Likes |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 11:53pm On Jan 29, 2020 |
Eleniyan15: Well...HSE is quite different from HR or personnel management (CIPM) although both disciplines have in common, some form of people management function. I know a couple of people who decided to go the HR route after their first degrees in Sociology as well as there are people who chose to pursue the HSE route after a first degree in the social sciences. You might need to do a comparative analysis of the number of opportunities potentially available in both fields (HSE vs HR) in the labor market post-NYSC because the truth is that irrespective of your interest in a certification or qualification, the end goal in investing time and other resources towards acquiring such is to move you forward towards your career goals and enhancing your job prospects. In summary, I think you should compare both professions and determine which would serve your best interests in view of the resources available for you to work with (especially finances) and against the backdrop of your future plans and desires. Cheers! 1 Like 1 Share |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 11:28pm On Jan 29, 2020 |
Limitless72: Bros I hail o! Thanks. 1 Like |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 10:53pm On Jan 28, 2020 |
Starfaith: @Starfaith, you're welcome on board! As per your enquiries, I frankly don't see in very clear terms, how HSE certifications would impact your chances of gaining entry into uni for an MPH program with OHS as a sub-discipline. There are definitely folks that started with core medicine before choosing to become OHS specialists but HSE certifications may come in more handy in the 'marketplace' (job market) when competing for HSE positions than for gaining entry into an MSc or MPH program. That's just my thoughts but others can chip in their opinions as well. Cheers! 1 Like |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 3:12am On Jan 26, 2020 |
beejay722: Sorry bro...even though I started this thread I am not part of the Whatsap group as I was not active here for a long time.I'm sure one of the administrators should be able to add you to the Whatsap group however, If there are other enquiries you think I can help with, don't hesitate to ask. Cheers! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:05pm On Jan 19, 2020 |
sugarlilz: Hmm...I might be able to give some pointers on how to obtain the certification in Nigeria. You can shoot me a PM and we'll take it from there! Cheers! |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by brainwave(m): 1:49am On Apr 20, 2018 |
@ALL, please permit me to vent a bit.... I received an email - an IRCC newsletter today - and was surprised that our people - "Nigerians" - were singled out for mention in the news on the issue of new waves of refugees / asylum seekers coming to Canada through the US border...this really saddens me I must say...so wealthy a country Nigeria is but she seems unable to get her acts together...although some may argue that Nigerians just love 'short-cuts' reasoning that many of these people skilled or qualified enough to legally obtain valid US visit-visas from Nigeria with the hidden intent of eventually crossing over to Canada as asylum seekers could very well have successfully gone through the more rigorous process of provincial or federal (Express entry) PR application well...maybe right line of thought or not, the indisputable fact in all this I think, is that the country Nigeria, seems to be one in which the overwhelming 'push' factors contribute significantly to the human capital flight or brain-drain as some call it...so sad https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2018/04/members-of-the-ad-hoc-intergovernmental-task-force-on-irregular-migration-meet-to-discuss-latest-influx.html 4 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by brainwave(m): 3:57am On Mar 27, 2018 |
Demiyike: To add to Demiyike's post, do endeavor to get ALL the necessary facts on the protocols & processes from Canadian government Immigration department sources. I do believe you would be required to sponsor the child for him / her to become a permanent resident but I'm not certain that can be done while you are back as a resident in Nigeria after the soft landing since you have to be living in Canada at the time you're sponsoring someone else to the best of my knowledge. There was the case of a Nigerian couple in 2015 (http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/family-in-calgary-may-be-forced-out-of-canada-because-of-baby-1.3162610 ). Though their case was different cause they had the baby in the US before the initial landing. Whatever you decide eventually, just ensure you have all the facts cause immigration rules could be very 'unemotional' and rigid in enforcement in these climes! 2 Likes 2 Shares |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by brainwave(m): 6:53am On Feb 22, 2018 |
imconfused:@imconfused, the bolded really cracked me up serious matter but funny at the same time! 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by brainwave(m): 1:56am On Sep 15, 2017 |
Hello Folks! Good job y'all are doing. Thought to share below info for Calgary bound/based Naija trained engineers/geo-scientists: Directions for immigrants in Trades and professional careers Directions for Immigrants offers study groups to help you prepare for accreditation exams and employment success. clients review materials as outlined in the exam syllabus and/or study materials through a question and answer format. Clients also improve study skills and develop test taking skills. Attention is also paid to the development of relevant vocabulary as well as an understanding of terminology and Canadian business culture. Study groups are also a useful resource for peer support among the participants. The study groups are facilitated by a Career Coach with training in adult education and group facilitation and when possible co-facilitated by a professional in the field of study. Currently, professional exam study groups are available for: Engineering and Geoscience Medical Laboratory Science Nursing Medicine Pharmacy Job Success Groups Engineering and Geoscience Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) National Professional Practice Exam (NPPE) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Study Group Description: The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) study group focuses on assisting internationally educated engineers in reviewing competencies as outlined by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying NCEES Facilitated sessions (Saturdays) focus on the fundamentals of engineering and are facilitated by a licensed engineer. Peer study sessions (Wednesdays) provide an opportunity to collaborate with others in your discipline and to study materials specific to your discipline. The peer study sessions are not facilitated. The materials covered in the facilitated sessions cover the general FE material. Please be aware that the FE exam is a discipline specific examination. For information on the FE exam please visit: ncees.org/exams/fe-exam/ Licensing Body: Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) Facilitators: Facilitated by a licensed engineer Cost: No cost for eligible clients accepted into the group Eligibility Requirements: Be an internationally educated engineer Have been assessed by APEGA to write the FE exam and provide proof Be scheduled or planning to write the FE exam within one month of completing the study group Write and pass an assessment test to assess your math and engineering skills Complete a study group assessment Be ready, willing and able to commit to the attendance rules Be ready, willing and able to study the required hours per week Be approved by a career coach/facilitator/coordinator Delivery Method: Face to face Required Textbooks: FE Review Manual Rapid Preparation for the Fundamentals of Engineering Michael R. Lindeburg, PE FE Other Disciplines Practice Problems by Michael R Lindeburg PE, 4 Jul 2014, Paperback Dates: October 14, 2017 - February 10, 2018 (Saturdays) October 18, 2017 - January 31, 2018 (Wednesdays) Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (Saturdays) and 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Wednesdays) Number of Sessions: 15 Saturdays and 15 Wednesdays, 30 sessions in total What are the steps to find out if you can join the FE study group? Call the Directions for Immigrants office to make an appointment to meet a career coach, phone 403-770-5155 Complete your online registration form Attend your appointment to determine your eligibility Write and pass an assessment test Complete a study group assessment with your career coach Develop an action plan with your career coach if accepted to the study group Study Group Calendar National Professional Practice Exam (NPPE) Study Group Description: The National Professional Practice Exam (NPPE) study groups focuses on assisting internationally educated engineers and geoscientists in reviewing competencies as outlined by the guidelines of the Canadian Engineering Qualifications Board through a questions and answer format and review with a facilitator. Licensing Body: Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) Facilitators: Co-facilitated by a career coach and licensed engineers Cost: No cost for eligible clients accepted into the group Eligibility Requirements: Be an internationally educated engineer orgeoscientist Have applied to be a member of APEGA and provide proof Have registered to write the NPPE and paid the fees before the specified deadline and provide proof Complete a study group assessment Be ready, willing and able to commit to the attendance rules Be ready, willing and able to study required hours per week Be approved by a career coach/facilitator/coordinator Delivery Method: Face to face Required Textbooks: Canadian Professional Engineering and Geoscience: Practice & Ethics, Fifth Edition, 2014 by Gordon C. Andrews Practical Law of Architecture, Engineering, and Geoscience, Third Canadian Edition, 2015 by Brian M. Samuels and Doug R. Sanders https://www.apega.ca/apply/exams/nppe/study-materials/ Dates: November 15, 2017 to January 31, 2018 (Wednesdays) Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Number of Sessions: 11 What are the steps to find out if you can join the NPPE study group? Call the Directions for Immigrants office to make an appointment to meet a career coach, phone 403-770-5155 Complete your online registration form Attend your appointment to determine your eligibility Complete a study group assessment with your career coach Develop an action plan with your career coach if accepted to the study group Study Group Calendar Their mailing address is: Directions for Immigrants Bow Valley College, West Campus, Room 219 - 300 - 6 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 0G5 Canada 17 Likes 7 Shares |
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant by brainwave(m): 11:00pm On Aug 24, 2017 |
Hello House! Good info 'sharing' and 'mining' going on here. A uick heads up for any Naija trained pharmacist in Calgary: A spot just became available in 'Bow Valley College/Directions for Immigrants' Pharmacy Evaluating Exam study group. If you know any internationally educated pharmacists planning to write their EE in January 2018, tell them to call the college at 403-770-5155 before September 1. Directions for Immigrants Bow Valley College, West Campus, Room 219 - 300 - 6 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 0G5 Canada T: 403-770-5155 | Toll free 1-877-297-2553 Directions for Immigrants is operated by Bow Valley College. The Province of Alberta is working in partnership with the Government of Canada 5 Likes |
Travel / Re: Pls How Do I Transfer A Uk Visit. Visa To A New Passport? by brainwave(m): 4:38pm On Mar 10, 2015 |
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Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 2:09pm On Jan 08, 2013 |
ishigawa: I am a Young civil engineer working as a site engineer on a road construction project and planning to get the NEBOSH HSE certification as it is encouraged in the industry for projects. I would like to know which would be advisable for me at this stage of my career- the IGC or thr more specific IGC in Construction. Hi bro, you're welcome on board! To respond to your enquiry, I candidly think your decision of which NEBOSH certification to go for should be determined by your career plans i.e, whether or not you see yourself building a long-term career in the 'Construction' industry. If you see long-term career in 'construction' then, it could be more sensible to go for the specialized NEBOSH IGC with respect to 'construction'. Just my thoughts! 1 Like |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 9:50am On Nov 05, 2012 |
shollynoob: Brainwave n the rest you guys are doin a good job, thumbs up for u guys.pls am a corp member currently serving in ebonyi state, i studied electronic n computer engr n am really interested in dis HSE tin.i need an advice on which institute to go for the training- here in ebonyi we have JPTS n NISP. JPTS fee is relatively cheaper wen compare to NISP, pls which one is more authetic or well respected. Nd i also need material on PDMS if anyone can help my email is shollynoob@yahoo.ca @shollynob, you're welcome on board!NISP for now, has wider acceptability than MOST other local options as best as I know. Cheers! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 12:52pm On Jul 26, 2012 |
Milito: @Milito, thanks for your inputs and observation. Sorry, no one responded to the earlier poster's enquiries but its good you've revived it. I'll attempt to provide answers to your enquiries. Note the word 'attempt', no one knows it all (including moi ). Learning is continous: - is the Envt aspect of HSE relegated in Nigeria? Well, I do not think the 'E' aspect of HSE is exactly 'relegated' in Nigeria i.e, in relation to Health & Safety. I think its mostly a matter of the order of things or 'priority'. By this I mean its likely that organizations would focus first and foremost, on the Health and Safety of their workforce before considering the impact of their 'production activities' on the 'environment'. Nevertheless, the importance of the 'E' element in HSE cannot be underplayed because the interaction between 'man' and the 'environment' is 'circularly causal' that is, just as the condition or state of the environment affects or impacts man,man's activities also impact and determine the condition of the environment. In the sector I work, I can assure you that gevernmental/regulatory agencies constantly make certain that we do not neglect the 'E' function in HSE. They keep organizations on their toes in relation to 'environmental issues' such that one cannot but pay attention to the 'environment' aspect of HSE. Nevertheless, there's still mush room for improvement with regards to the level of 'environmental' awarenes in the land (Nigeria). - NEBOSH as u said is an expensive investment, is NEBOSH International General Certificate a Plus/value for someone interested mainly in the Envt aspect of HSE? I think each person has to have an idea of his/her desired career goals or destination before setting out on the best stategy or 'pathway' to arrive at that end or to achieve the set career goals. For someone mainly interested in the 'E' element of HSE as you said, the person still has to weigh the options available and determine whether or not, an investment in a 'NEBOSH' qualification would be of value now or in the future for him/her. Sometimes, its really about 'opportunity cost'. - whats ur professional opinion btw NEBOSH and IEMA?[/quote] We are in a rapidly changing world where the turn-around rate of knowledge and information is amazing and getting faster by the day. Yesterday's knowledge may not be adequate for today's challenge. I percieve IEMA as a specialist association for 'environmentalist' or 'environmental professionals or managers' while NEBOSH is also a professional qualification but generally more renown as a qualification with emphasis on Health and Safety . Like I earlier said, I think people should determine their desired 'career' destination, evaluate where they are presently, and plan/work out a 'flexible' strategy to get there. I say a 'flexible' strategy because its sometimes not advisable that people box themselves too tightly into a corner 'career-wise'. One of the ways of leaving a window open for other career options is by broadening one's knowledge/area of expertize i.e, by aquiring additional qualifications/skills that could enable one to diversify or switch career paths in the future if necessary. You may be an enviromentalist today and tommorow, situations change and a window of opportunity opens to practice difeerently e.g, as an occupational health and safety specialist or vice-versa. Will there be any certifications or qualifications you can leverage on if you do need to change careers in the near or not so near future? In the final analysis, I'd say 'one size doesn't fit all' in these matters. 2 Likes |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 11:27am On Jul 26, 2012 |
hazelle: Dear everyone, I'm a Petroleum and Gas undergraduate. I'm interested in taking the SHE course but first from NISP. The problem is this, I went online-to their website and saw so many health and safety courses with their individual prices. Now I'm confused on which to pick. Thought it was just a general stuff. Y'all should please advice me on what to do. Thanks. @hazelle, there is actually a 'GENERAL HSE' course offered by NISP which affords participants the opportunity of have 'general' feel of HSE. I'll advise you re-check your source to verify this or alternatively, you may put a call through to NISP. Cheers! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 11:04am On Jul 04, 2012 |
greatlee: @ Brainwave, pls am waiting for your response. God bless greatlee: This tread is the most hilarious and educating tread i have come across here on NL. @ poster, may God bless and enrich you always. @greatlee, I'm of the opinion that you could as well get your NEBOSH certification where you're based before returning to Nigeria. I particularly do not see any advantage or 'edge' you will gain by obtaining the qualification in Nigeria. As to the question of the 'worthiness' of investing in the HSE certifications (i.e, NEBOSH & Auditor/Lead Auditor OH&S Management System OHSAS 18001), it all depends on your career path on returning to the country. But again, the truth is, there are no guarantees on these issues, one often has to take calculated risks, plan or work out a 'practicable' strategy & then leave the rest to God. That's my thought. Cheers! 2 Likes |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:40pm On Jul 01, 2012 |
joyceereal: @ all i really enjoy this thread, its educating and informating. Pls can an OND holder go for these courses? @joyce, you're welcome! Sure, an OND holder can go for these courses i.e, if you're refering to Level 1 HSE training courses. |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:54pm On Jun 27, 2012 |
Princejydo: Hello guy pls i have a certification hse issued by OSHA( USA) which is coordinated by ELAK group but people are questioning the genuinity of the certificate. Pls what ur opinion Hmmmmn...I'd suggest you try contacting OSHA directly to verify the authenthicity of the Nigerian representative or partners but again, you've already obtained the cert .......... @ALL, anyone with helpful info for Jydo? |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:50pm On Jun 27, 2012 |
ayolatun: This thread is amazing. I am a Cell, Biology and Genetics student of the Univerity of Lagos and my area of specialization is Environmental Biology. I am in final year in school hoping to be at the forefront in Environmental Management as well as HSE. God bless you too! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:48pm On Jun 27, 2012 |
envee: Gracias Senora! |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:46pm On Jun 27, 2012 |
squad1: @Brainwave @All.. I am a Civil Engr but not decided whether i should go for HSE or the NISP Construction Safety (Constr HSE)course... what do u think? Why not try out the General HSE (NISP) |
Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 6:45pm On Jun 27, 2012 |
jimbass: @brainwave, thanks for ur comment I realy appreciate it. You're most welcome! |
Romance / Re: R/ship Or Marriage Between People Of Like Temperaments: How Workable? by brainwave(m): 5:56pm On Jun 18, 2012 |
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Career / Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by brainwave(m): 5:32pm On Jun 18, 2012 |
jimbass: @Big-Biye and Brainwave, I would need your advice on how to get a job in the health and safety field, I have Got NEBOSH IGC in occupational health and safety. @jimbass, I wish I knew a 'fire-proof' formular for getting a job in HSE.....nevertheless, I'd urge you to try and grow your 'net-work' of HSE professionals and 'enthuthiasts'. By enthuthiasts, I mean people who are interested in or passionate about HSE (they don't necessarily need to have HSE jobs). Secondly, if you find any opportunity to volunteer on any project that has HSE practitioners involved, you can get to understudy them (yes, even without pay!). Such non-paid HSE work experience can very well, go on you CV and help build an experience in HSE which may catch the eye of potential employers. Don't get tired of sourcing for HSE-related openings and haven said this much...keep PRAYing! All the best brother! 1 Like |
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