This programme is designed for individuals with responsibilities for the management of environmental risk in relation to the damage caused by occupational and environmental hazards from work activities which are in many cases closely linked, often springing from the same basic cause. It will be invaluable for those aiming to develop and implement effective environmental management systems within their organisations, or practitioners who are tasked to advise management on the control of environmental risks.

Key Benefits

• Acquire the knowledge and skills to advise management on the control of environmental risks
• Participants may use the designator letters “EnvDipNEBOSH” after their name after they obtain the diploma
• Holders of the Environmental Diploma are also eligible for Associate Membership of IIRSM, and those achieving the qualification from February 2008 onwards are eligible for Associate Membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)
   

Course Content

• Management of Environmental Risk (Unit ED 1)
  • Principles of environmental risk management
  • Environmental risk evaluation
  • Control strategies for environmental risk
  • Monitoring, review and audit
  • Environmental legislative framework and methods of enforcement
  • Public access to environmental information
  • Developments in environmental legislation
  • Civil liability in relation to environmental pollution
  • Solid and liquid wastes
  • Gaseous and particulate releases to atmosphere
  • Water resources management
  • Control of environmental nuisance
  • Hazardous substances
  • Environmental implications of development and land use
  • Energy use and efficiency
     
• Application of environmental risk theory and practice (Unit ED 2)

This is a workplace-based project. Assessment is done via completion of an environmental audit Performa and a written report of approximately 4,000 words.

Learning Methodology

Participants will learn through a unique blend of role-plays, and video presentations, as well as group exercises.

Who Should Attend

Facilities Managers, OHS Managers, Environmental Control Officers, Risk Managers, Production and Operations Managers; personnel working in industries that may cause environmental aspects and impacts, such as Chemical and Petrochemical Industries, Construction, Wafer fabs, and Logistics.

ASSESSMENT
The assessment consists of ONE WRITTEN EXAMINATION and a WORKPLACE-BASED PROJECT.

Examination

The examination is conducted twice a year on the first week of June and December.

Course Details

Full-time

Duration      : 10 days (2 Blocks of 5 days each month over 2 months)
Time             : 9am - 5pm
Course Fee : $4,494.00 (Incl. 7% GST)

Course fee does not include textbook(s), which are compulsory.

Part-time

Duration      : Over 3 to 4 months (1 to 2 evenings per week)
Time             : 7pm – 10pm
Course Fee : $4,494.00 (Incl. 7% GST)

Course fee does not include textbook(s), which are compulsory.