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nolongtin:
am a HSE ,manager for a top firm here in the uk,is hse now big in 9ja ?

@nolongtin,, In my opinion, HSE still has a long way to go in Nigeria, nevertheless, as more organisations are seeking to build their reputations as global brands, HSE will be given some more place in the scheme of  things. I am also aware that NISP has been actively involved in lobbying for the passage of an HSE related bill in the house of assembly. Generally speaking, I think all these are pointers to the increasing prominence of HSE in Nigeria.

wurdz:
HI all, it has been a wonderful read from page 1. thumbs up to all the contributors on this topic. I am a graduate of Computer Science currently doing research work for a coy with aspirations of building a career in HSE. please can somebody confirm to me what level of training i need to start with?


thanks.

@wrdz,, If you intend going the NISP route, I'll suggest you start with the General HSE course. Cheers!

mimi2k:
Can someone tell me if the Ghse + Advance Hse is equivalent to the Levels 2 & 3.

Thanks

@mimi2k, can you be a bit more explicit? I mean in terms of the awarding institutions for the qualifications you're seeking an opinion on, that would certainly help in giving a relevant advice, sorry this is coming late though,

femzy:
@ Brainwave & Co. , Great job you guys are doing up here.
More fuel to your assistance

@femzy,, thanks for the 'fuel of apprecietion' you have supplied, it sure can give some more miles to this thread!

davoe2000:
@brainwave, i intend writing nebosh igc exam for june and i'm seeking your help for relevant study material. thanks

@davoe2000, sorry, I presently cannot lay my hands on soft copy NEBOSH study materials to send to you. I'd suggest you post your email addy though, cos u never know when & where help may come from. Hello ALL, please, any one with useful materials for davoe

envee:
So glad i stumbled upon this thread during my quest for more info on H.S.E. Great job by debosky and co.!!!

So here's my story,
Am a graduate awaiting NYSC in June. Finished in the University last year Aug and cos of d forecasted NYSC delay, i started another diploma programme in the Certified Institute of Shipping with specialization in H.S.E in Oct last year.  I only picked H.S.E cos i was advised to and after doing some research about it, i really can't wait to continue the following month in H.S.E but am a bit worried.

Thing is i graduated with a B.Sc in Business Administration and i wanna join u guys but almost everyone here is talking Chemistry, Engineering and Science. I have heard of NISP and i wanna go for it but am I on the right track considering my area of study in the Uni,

If i wanna get a Masters certificate in the nearest future, which would be more relevant to the Universities abroad {NISP or my PGD in Shipping n H.S.E} ?

Or should i just concentrate wholly on Shipping, logistics, port management and the likes 

Please help anyone, i could really use some

@envee, sorry this is coming late

To answer your question, i.e, NISP or PDG in Shipping, your choice should be determined by your post-NYSC career plans. You may have to decide if you'd want to go into HSE proper or not. Understandably, there's an element of uncertainty in making such decisions especially when you don't have a ready job waiting.

The good thing about the NISP pathway is that you can take it in bits n pieces i.e over a long period of time. But for specifics, you may enquire in advance with your university of choice about the suitability of NISP certification for MSc admission puposes.

kkkossy:
Has anyone done HSE training with OSHA before? This saftey training org is based in usa and they have a consultant in Nigeria called Elakgroup. I want to know how efficient the training is. Though the certificate is signed and sealed by the US based owner.

@kkkossy, OSHA I believe, is a US government agency that deals with the enforcement of occupational H & S legislation. So, if you're looking at an international career in the US,  it may make sense to patronize them. While they may truly award the final certificates, I think it makes sense to consider the quality of the tuition at the nigerian centre (just as you're trying to do via this forum). So, the question remains, has anyone done business (training) with these guys in Ngeria to be able to attest to its 'quality'?

Guchis:
Thanks Brainwave. My boss advised on NISP too.

Cheers

@Guchis u're most welcome!

dskenky:
Hello Nlanders-grrrrreat thread goin on here. Actually i,m a Geology grad and would like to go the NISP way. So, please which level would u advise i start with? much thanx

@dskenky, u're welcome on board! U may go for the General HSE or Level 2 either of which would qualify you for the Level 3 course. Cheers!

Guchis:
Hello all.

I plan taking the general HSE at NISP but was informed they don't have weekend programs.
My work schedule is very tight and i'm not free until sept when i take my annual leave.

Can anyone help out with HSE institutes that offer weekend programs? I really need the HSE course/certification asap!.

Thanx.

@Guchis, To the best of my knowledge, NISP is the most 'recognized' certification body we have in Nigeria presently so, I'll advice that you take the course (General HSE) with them. As per your schedule, the course normally runs Mondays through Fridays therefore, the weekend option may not be feasible with NISP at this time. I don't think September is too far off (I mean, we're almost in February already), you might just have to wait till then if it has to be with NISP i.e, if you can't get time off work before then. Cheers!

pope ben:
Greatest nairalanders,

Is there anyone in the house that have passed through the Level 3 Competency Stage of the Nigeria Institute For Safety Professional in the house?

I am seriously thinking of writing the Exam this month,

Please kindly share your experience and what the questions look like

@pope ben,  The exam was multidimensional in format i.e, MCQs (Multi-choice questions), Theory (Short essays & fill-in-the-gaps). I'll advise you to attend the one day pre-exam Tutorial organised at the Lagos NISP centre, if you can. It should help to at least, put you in the frame of mind for the exam. Some of the exam questions were logic-based and somewhat out-of-the LEVELS 2 & 3 course contents but in all, for anyone who prepared reasonably well, it was not too difficult.

1007:
Hi All,

I have been told i will get answers to some of my burning questions.

two things; how can i get a safety job in Nigeria or worldwide oil and gas industry?

I am currently in the uk working as a HSEQ Adviosr for a gas utility company (not major hazard pipeline but from the gas mains in the street to the guvnors in domestic and commercial buildings) with over 5yrs experience gained in railway, construction and gas utility but need to break into the oil and gas or food processing or chemical industry.

I hold a BSc in Physics (Nigeria), MSc in project management(UK), NEBOSH Diploma cert, NEBOSH Construction cert, NEBOSH fire and safety management cert, CQI Diploma in Quality cert and ISO9001 Lead auditor cert however, i stll cant find a job in the oil and gas. now i am thinking of studying a specialist safety course i.e. MSc Process safety and loss prevention - sheffield university uk - will doing this MSc give me a footy in the doorway? or am i okay with what i have already to gain a position in the oil and gas?

Lastly, i need sites for recruitment agencies in Nigeria please.

Your assiance and advise is highly appreciated.

Many thanks.

@1007 I believe Okeyz has done justice to your questions, sensible advice he's give there,,  in my opinion!

Hello All,

Thankx 4ur contributions! Do keep them coming, WE WILL SURELY GET THERE!

deetosh:
^^^Thanks I'll work on d research. By 3 key areas of HSE do u mean Health, safety and Environment?

@deetosh, yes u're right, I mean Health, Safety & Environment!

deetosh:
Hi all, which area of HSE would you advise someone with a computer science background to go for. Thanks

@deetosh, u're welcome on board! My dear, I assume Computer Science was your 1st degree, after which you are at liberty to re-invent your career path if you so desire. Therefore, my answer to your question would be to advise you to do some more research on the 3 key areas of HSE and see which of them naturally interests you most, that may just determine for you, the area to focus or specialize on should you decide to follow the HSE pathway. Cheers!

goinggreat:
hi. if you are interested and you want to view the survey plan of the area, just let me know so I can send it to you by email or other means specified. regards

@goinggreat, kindly send the details to treasuredone23@gmail.com. Thanks!

Kingzy4pep:
I mean d salary of graduates with this certification.

@Kingzy4pep, the salary of graduates with NISP/HSE certifications vary. It depends on a lot of factors e.g your prior qualifications/discipline, relevant / prior work experience (if any), the industry (e.g, oil & gas, construction, manufacturing et.c) and of course the salary structure of the particular organization (company) of interest.

Kingzy4pep:
@all, Plz I want to know if someone with HND in industrial safety from the petroleum training institute,warri go for this Hse course? Also, what's the salary structure like?

@Kingzy4pep, Why not, if not If folks from other backgrounds are taking the course what stops you, .

How / what do you mean by salary structure?

kkkossy:
@brainwave,
i was wondering if the 6 month industrial training acquired in the energy sector( where i gained major experience in root cause analysis and risk assessment et al) is enough to apply for a hse job in Nigeria coupled with the certification.

@kkkossy, sure why not? With your industrial engineering background + HSE certification, you're in good stead to apply for HSE jobs in nigeria.

kunle4u:
pls is anyone know if there are NEBOSH course provider here in nigeria? i av being to their site but i could not get any nigeria course provider.u can send d info to owodola@gmail.com thanks.

@kunle4u, u can check your mail for the info you requested!

waledudu:
I 've really ready gained alot 4rm dis forum. I registerd 4 hse level 2 (august diet) and i plan goin 4 level 3 by septemba. Do u think some of dis companies employ those witout expirience. Which other area of hse can i go into afta d level 3? Thx

@waledudu, u're welcome! Yes, its possible to be employed in an HSE role without prior hands-on experience i.e entry level. As for the other area of HSE you can go into after level 3, do you mean, how you can go further in HSE? If yes, after your level 3, you can proceed to write the project and membership exams to become an associate of the institute (NISP).

uzygirl:
Hi all, I'm really glad to see that we have a forum for HSE in the house. I have an MSc in Environmental Management and I'm looking for graduate opportunities. I had the NISP training level 3 some years ago and need to renew soon. However, I would prefer to get some certification in Environment as well. Does anyone know where I can get this? Brainwave?

@uzygirl, certification in environment? Sorry, I do not know of any recognized/accredited one in Nigeria.

@All, anyone with relevant info on this

kunle4u:
pls is anyone know if there are NEBOSH course provider here in nigeria? i av being to their site but i could not get any nigeria course provider.u can send d info to owodola@gmail.com thanks.

@kunle4u, I'll try to send some info on NEBOSH course centres in Nigeria (to your email box) ASAP. But I'll advise you not to take things at face value i.e, do your findings on the quality of service offered by the various centres before deciding which to deal with.

kkkossy:
@brainwave, for some reason i decided to forget about the training offered by spherical engr ltd. i`m on a HSSE progamme nw, though i`m scheduled to sit for the exam On saturday. thanks for your replies.

@kkkosssy, no wahala! What's important is that u'v taken a step forward. I remember a quote that goes something like this: "If you cannot fly, run, if you cannot run, walk, if you cannot walk, crawl, but by all means, keep moving". Cheers!

PS- By the way, can you give more details on what the HSSE programme u'r taking is all about?

kkkossy:
@eonaiviv ,
i want to know if spherical engineering is HSE Licenced, if so is there certification authentic? The training involves going to a construction site and obtaining field reports and carry out risk management and HsE assessment. the reliability of your report will depend on whether you failed the training or passed because you will be assessed at the end of the day, but if you do pass you will be issued a certificate. the reason why i feel i should go for it , is because it`s more of practicals and it invovles an on-feild experience.

@kkkossy, I am presently not aware of an HSE accreditation body around that authenticates HSE training providers. If you feel the training would be of benefit to you, you can as well give it a try.

eonaiviv:
@ Brainwave, I am currently working in a Real estate development firm. Right now I have 7 months experience after NYSC. Finished service in November 2009.

Thanks y'all 4 the job posting, please keep it up. I heard that a bill is to be passed in the National Assembly concerning HSE.

@eonaiviv, I do hope the HSE bill sails through. I believe we truly need more awareness on workplace HSE matters 'nationally' because the general standards one sees around is still very far from 'ideal'. As individuals we can keep spreading HSE awareness in our spheres of influence.

I must appreciate your commitment to personal development, do keep it up!

kkkossy:
@brainwave, I Came across a training programme Organized By spherical engineering ltd on HSE practicals which costs N22,500. pls i want to know if u have anybody that have done such training before so he or she can fill me in on how professional the training is, because i want to go for it next month. Also i want to know if doing the training in spherical engineering ltd wil be worth the money and time? thanx man

@kkkossy, I do not recall any1 I know undergoing any training by Spherical but its good to know that WE have one of US on this forum (eonaiviv) who has had dealings with them. I do think her opinions will be worth considering. I'd suggest you ask her here, any further questions that may be bogging your mind about the training before you commit your time & funds to it. Cheers!

Folks, I came across an HSE Advisor/Manager opening post on nairaland career forum. If you're interetsed, just follow the link below.

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-473171.0.html

Superbrain:
Hello people, there is an opening for HSE Officer at Mantrac. Follow this link.

http://www.mantracnigeria.com/page.php?pg=vacancy_details&career_id=88

It requires 5 years of experience. Those with 2 and above can still try their luck. All the best.

@Superbrain, Thanks for this info.Well done!

eonaiviv:
@ brainwave, oh! thank u. I guess i'll jst keep adding value 2 myself until I find a practising job.

@eonaiviv, u're welcome to the forum. Adding value to yourself while searching for a relevant job to 'practicalize' makes sense. What sort of work experience do you have presently, i.e, in what area?

eonaiviv:
@ Brainwave, I am a graduate of Biochemistry and I have jst undergone a Shell affiliated training in HSE 1& 2. I liike the safety aspect as well as the risk analysis & hazard effect mgt. So I am wondering, do I have to pick one? Cant I be versatile. Under the Safety aspect I would like the Chemical SHOC, gas & food if possiible bt I dont want 2 b a Jack of all trade and mistress of none. I dunno, I want 2 do them all xcept d env aspect,

@eonaiviv,  if you are just starting out in the field, I don't think you necessarily have to 'specialize' in one area of HSE. The job opportunities available to you at the onset in the field may determine how soon you may need to 'pick one' area as you desire.

kkkossy:
@brainwave,I want to go for level 2 in occupation health and safety, though i skipped level 1 cos i'm an engineering graduate. I want to venture into risks and maintenance engineering do u think it's the right course.

@kkkossy, I am of the opinion that HSE is very relevant to any practicing engineer therefore, I think you will be better off undergoing such a training (course).