NEBOSH What you need to know

NEBOSH What you need to know by Amber Rolfe Interested in a career in health and safety? NEBOSH could be for you…If you’re passionate about minimising risks, figuring out ways to improve safety procedures, and generally helping others stay out of harm, starting a career in this fast growing field could be a great way to fulfil your goals. But how can you get started?Here’s everything you need to know about NEBOSH, and how it could help you progress in the health and safety industry:What is NEBOSH? The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) is a UK based examination board that offers vocational qualifications in occupational health and safety, and risk management.NEBOSH doesn’t offer training courses directly, but instead provides syllabuses, assignments, and exams for accredited course providers.  What course providers offer NEBOSH courses?There are over 600 providers worldwide are who are accredited to deliver NEBOSH courses.Each course an organisation offers is re quired to adhere to certain procedures and guidelines set by NEBOSH, meaning you can always be sure your qualification is legitimate no matter who you’re studying with.However, as each one may offer different learning options, venue types, prices, and support, it’s a good idea to do your research to decide with provider is right for you.Simply visit NEBOSH’s where to study page to find out more, or browse all of our available NEBOSH courses now.What NEBOSH qualifications are available? There are three levels of NEBOSH qualification, including:The NEBOSH Award. Providing a basic understanding and awareness of health and safety principles, these awards are perfect for beginners and offer a great introduction into NEBOSH qualifications.The NEBOSH Certificate. These certificates provide an excellent foundation in health and safety, helping you to become a fully qualified professional in your chosen area of study. Whilst they’re a common choice amongst managers and supervisors, there are no specific entry requirements to start studying. Once completed, you’ll qualify for Technical Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH), and associate membership of the IIRSM.The NEBOSH Diploma. Globally recognised and highly respected, a NEBOSH diploma is vital if you want to gain Chartered (CMIOSH) status. You’ll usually need prior qualifications and experience, making these qualifications popular amongst health and safety advisors and environmental practitioners.NEBOSH also offers Masters of Research (MRes) and Masters of Science (MSc) degrees, in partnership with the University of Hull.What subjects can I study? NEBOSH covers a wide range of areas within the health and safety sector. Potential areas of study include:Environmental Awareness at WorkHealth, Safety and Environment in the Process IndustriesOccupational Health and SafetyConstruction Health and SafetyFire Safety and Risk ManagementManagement of Health and Well-being at WorkThe exact depth and length of your qualifi cation will depend on whether you’re studying for an Award, Certificate, or Diploma â€" with most of the above subjects offered at all levels (just varying in intensity).  What study options are available? There are a variety of ways to study NEBOSH, with accredited course providers offering both classroom based courses and online courses.The potential to study online and at your own pace means that getting qualified doesn’t have to get in the way of your other commitments, and you’ll have the freedom to learn from wherever you are.What type of course is right for me?How long will it take to get qualified? This will depend on the course type and method of study you choose, with NEBOSH courses generally lasting anything from a few days to a number of weeks.For example, an online, self-paced course may specify an average duration, but how long you decide to take to complete the course is entirely up to you.Classroom courses, on the other hand, are likely to be more defined and r egimented in their duration.It’s also likely that higher level NEBOSH qualifications (e.g. the Diploma) will take longer complete than the Award or Certificate.Why study NEBOSH? NEBOSH is one of the most respected and sought after qualifications for employers in the health and safety sector.Not only could getting qualified help you break into the industry, it could also improve your career progression and enhance your earning potential. For example, positions requiring a candidate to be NEBOSH qualified have an average salary of around £49,000, whilst similar health and safety roles that don’t specify a diploma pay in the region of £42,000.Additionally, NEBOSH is recognised by a number of professional membership bodies, making it possible to apply for entry as soon as you’ve finished studying.These are:The  Institution of Occupational Safety and Health  (IOSH)The  International Institute of Risk and Safety Management  (IIRSM)The Institute of Environmental Management and Asse ssment  (IEMA)So whether you want to become a Health and Safety Advisor, a Construction Site Manager, a Fire Risk Assessor, or anything else, NEBOSH will help get your foot in the door.  What jobs can I do after getting a NEBOSH qualification? There are a number of opportunities that will become available to you after you’re NEBOSH qualified.Here are a few of the most common NEBOSH jobs:Health and Safety Advisor/OfficerFire Safety OfficerRisk AssessorQuality and Safety EngineerWarehouse ManagerSite SupervisorConstruction Site Manager  How can I get started? It’s quick and easy to start learning, and with a number of courses to choose from â€" whether you want to study remotely or in a classroom, or full-time or part-time, there’ll be something to your learning style and schedule.Simply view all available NEBOSH courses now to find the right one for you.Can’t decide? No problem.Whether you want to find out more about a particular course’s content, or you aren’t sure of it s length, you can get in touch with the course provider directly to find out more details before you buy.Additionally, our helpful QA section might be able to provide answers to any questions you have.Still searching for your perfect position? 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A Classy Question- The Need for Relief

A Classy Question- The Need for Relief So I feel that I might get a bit of crap for this topic but as, the dating and relationship columnist, this is a topic that can not go undiscussed. Bodily functions.  Farts. Burps. All of it. This is the one topic Ive heard the most varied responses on. When is it okay to relieve yourself in front of a significant other? Its not classy. We shouldnt do it. But if you spend all your time with someone- the need will happen at some point! Some say right away- if you are going to be open and share yourself, might as well share it all right? Some people say never. Never?!? I know one woman who has never made wind in front of her husband. Personally, I dont understand how that is possible. I had a friend who will not be named  who once held her need to pass gas because she was with a gentelman so long she ended up doubled over in terrible cramping pain. But maybe we could just chalk that up to gastrointestinal problems. And then there are always the accidents-the one that got got away. Personally I think if youre going to break the ice on breaking wind, the accidental fart is the best beginning. Just laugh about it. Ive heard from some men a rumor that women dont have bodily functions, (they must have only dated the girls doubled over in pain), but we do. We must break this horrendous rumor! But how so? So what do you think? When if ever is it appropriate to handle bodily functions in front of an other?  It might be a matter of health but its also a matter of dignity. So as uncomfortable as some of us may be lets talk. Happy Thursday yall!

The Rule of 555 - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

The Rule of 555 - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career The Rule of 555 is simple… Its all about determining the value and implications of some action or decision. This is The Rule of 555 in a nutshell When youre trying to make a decision think about how it will impact you in: Five Days Five Weeks Five Years That’s it! Pro Tip: You can substitute different time frames to suit your needs. There is no wrong answer. This is a thought exercise that allows you to explore options and ideas before making a commitment. Future Implications The Rule of 555 allows you to imagine a decision in the future. What will be the implications of this decision on your life? And on the lives of others that will be impacted? Thats the simplistic nature of The Rule of 555. The Rule of 555 has overlaps to what  I call a Step Back Optimism in the sense that you get to project your future situation from the comfort of your own couch. Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd. ~ Voltaire No one can see the future perfectly. But, The Rule of 555 allows you to  frame your decision at a point in the future.  Then to take your own thinking (possibly combined with trusted advisers)  into consideration in order to  provide an assessment of the implications in …  5 days, 5 weeks and 5 years. Bring in Third Parties Not every decision you make requires a deep sanity check. However, there are times where it is wise to bring in  additional thinkers. When you have time, and especially when youre thinking in weeks, months, and years; you have the luxury of being able to bring in  third parties for a consultative opinion. This is where you turn to your peers, your mentors, your family, and your friends. If you think this decision might impact them in your 555 timeline you may want to get their opinion and ask for their thoughts. That’s just good decision making. Everyday Decisions Every day we make decisions that impact our lives and the lives of others. Not all of them need additional counsel and not all of them need a framework like The Rule of 555. However, when youre trying to make a big decision having The Rule of 555 to rely upon is something you can have in your tool belt  that will ultimately help you stand out in your career. Big Decisions Lets say youre trying to decide on what your next career step  might be, or whether you should take a job out-of-state, or whether you should buy that house. How to use The Rule of 555 Its very easy.  Take out a piece of paper and write down four columns. Column One is the decision Columns 2, 3 and  4 are the timeline. For example; Decision: Buy a new house. Timeline: 5 weeks; 5 months; 5 years Action: Write down your thoughts in each column. A lot of decisions may cross your mind as you think about these five timelines for this decision. Im not going to go through it in monstrous detail, but I want to hit some of the highlights that you might have to go through as you make your decision to buy a new house. 5 Weeks Can you get the cash together to make an offer? This assume youve already gone through the decision process of whether its the right house, the right neighborhood, the right price range, and a dozen other decisions. 5 Months Can you imagine yourself living comfortably in the house you decided upon? After making the down payment will you have enough left over to make your monthly payment and still eat? 5 Years Is this the neighborhood that is up-and-coming and will increase in value enough to give you a decent return on your investment? Do you even consider a house and investment? These are just a few of the decisions that might go through your head as you apply The Rule of  555 when considering buying a house. A similar set of thinking might go into deciding on a new career or whether you should go back to graduate school. You Will Never Have Perfect Knowledge There are very few cases in this world where we know everything and every eventuality. Using The Rule of 555 can help you think about some of the possibilities. If you have a little time to think through them and if you have time to bring in 3rd parties your anxiety related to making a decision can be somewhat tamped down. As a rule of thumb Gather as much information as you can. Thinking through every possibility you can. Ask friends Ask mentors Ask peers Search the interwebs. Eventually … you will need to make a decision. The Rule of 555 is here  to help. Knowledge is literally prediction … Knowledge is anything that increases your ability to predict the outcome. ~ Daryl Morey (Houston Rockets) in Michael Lewis’ book “The Undoing Project” Putting The Rule of 555 to Work The good news is you can analyze all these thoughts today with a picture of the future in mind. If the future view doesnt look right perhaps this is not the right decision for you. At least not right now.  The good news is youre evaluating these decisions today with the picture of the future in mind. Nothing is set in stone yet.  You still have time to adjust. Choose Wisely!

The benefits of transparency are bigger than you can imagine, which is why transparency feels so hard

The benefits of transparency are bigger than you can imagine, which is why transparency feels so hard My son left. Hes in Boston now. My friend Lauren agreed to take care of him. Until when? I said. Right now, just get him on the plane. He doesnt have a cello and he doesnt have a teacher and he just needs someone to help him. I can help him. I want to believe I picked Boston because there is a teacher there who is a good fit. But really I think I picked Boston because I never tell anyone how much Im failing my kids, but Lauren visits me a lot, so maybe she sort of already knows, because she says things like, There needs to be a lid on your trash can so the garbage doesnt make the whole kitchen smell. When she could see I was going to lose the cello, she also said, Why isnt your family helping you? They think Im a lost cause. She hugged me. And thats how I knew Boston would be the right place for my son. When you put an unaccompanied minor on a flight you have to wait at the gate til it takes off. I sat away from the window to make sure my son couldnt see me from the plane and then I cried. The gate agent brought me a tissue. Then she brought me the whole box of tissues. Then the plane took off. When you grow up in an abusive household you can be really tight with your siblings, to survive, or you can leave them all behind, to survive. We are tight. While my brother Mike and I were growing up, my parents tortured me, literally, and my brother watched from the sidelines, terrified and almost invisible. From the time we left college, I took care of our much younger brothers, who were also abused. My brother Mike took care of me and Mikes wife Rachel took care of Mike. This is how we got through the next fifteen years. It was the four of us siblings, plus Rachel, who has been with us so long now that my younger brothers cant even really remember life without her. My mom would tell people about her kids: an economist, a chemist, an investment banker, and an author. My siblings would tell people: a mental ward, a stint at rehab, a case in court, an accusation of assault. At least once a month Im incapacitated by a flashback from my childhood. Sometimes its predictable: Im driving by the ice cream store where we used to go to when we ditched Hebrew school. Sometimes its a surprise: my wood floors got refinished in the wrong color and now they look like the wood floors in the house we grew up in. For me, the flashbacks have the cumulative effect of making me anxious, ashamed, and awake all night. For Mike, the effect is that he always picks up when I call, even when he cant really talk. But the last two years Ive been unraveling. And I wasnt sharing very much with my brothers because I thought theyd just brush it off. But then I called Mike crying. I told him I wasnt fit to take care of the kids. And I asked him to take my older son. He thought it was one of my panic attacks. But the next day I sent my younger son to Boston. Then I called Mike to arrange sending my older son to him. But Mike said, Rachels coming to Swarthmore. Rachel has never visited me. She sat in my blue chair in my living room and I almost couldnt believe she was there. She said she was sorry that she had not realized how hard its been for me. She didnt know how long this all had been going on and shes talked to my brothers and theyre all so sorry they didnt know how hard it was for me. And she cried as she kept talking. She said they knew something must be very wrong if I am asking people to take my boys. The thing is, I dont want them to be sorry. Because I love them so much. I just want them to understand me. Rachel said, We see now that we were expecting you to do things youre not capable of doing. We dont always understand why you cant do them. But we understand you need help. The blog post where I told you I was falling apart is what saved me. I didnt know who to tell. So I told you. And when I told you, my siblings listened. I feel so loved. I want to tell you that I feel so loved. I am not sure Ive felt this way before. I feel more secure than Ive felt in my whole life maybe because I feel so understood and cared for by my siblings. Rachel called Melissa to better understand how to help me. To ask her what I can and cant do. My three brothers and Rachel are all helping me now â€" its a lot of work to get me back to a stable place, thats good for me and good for the boys. And now I see that Melissas been doing a four-person job by herself for a long while. One brother said that if I werent so good at earning money Id have been homeless a long time ago. Hes right. But I think its not just money that keeps a person from being homeless â€" its love. Its my job to make sure my boys are safe and secure. And to make sure they feel the same kind of love that I feel right now. Because you cant give it before you can feel it. And you cant feel it before you make yourself vulnerable enough to receive it.

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Scott Kurtz is a genius - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Scott Kurtz is a genius - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Scott Kurtz is the writer/artist of the PVP online somic strip, and at the recent San Diego Comics convention, he made an announcement that may change the future of newspaper comics syndication: But Ive already become attached to the idea of seeing PvP in the papers, and thats why Ive decided to start a new program. In the coming months, Ill be putting into effect, a program in which papers can receive PVP for free. Thats right, free. They dont have to pay me a cent for it. I will provide for the papers, a comic strip with a larger established audience then any new syndicated feature, a years worth of strips in advance, and I wont charge them a cent for it. The exposure and prestige of PvP appearing in daily papers would more than pay for itself in a months time. In exchange, I can offer the papers a comics feature thats tried and tested, funny and best of all, free. They have nothing to lose or risk financially. They can see, in advance, a years worth of strips so they dont risk me flaking out on them. Most of all, I can provide them with yet another bargaining chip against the very syndicates. This is the perfect climate to take this step. Thats a brilliant, innovative and gutsy move and I really admire him for coming up with it. You can read his entire text here. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

How to Create a Professional Scribe Resume

How to Create a Professional Scribe ResumeA scribe resume can be one of the most important things that you will ever need when it comes to applying for a job. When writing your resume, there are a number of things that you should consider in order to make it stand out and look professional. Following are some tips for crafting a scribe resume.First of all, a scribe resume is not the same as a traditional resume. In the case of a traditional resume, you will be required to write down everything about yourself on paper. However, when you are submitting your scribe resume, you will be giving employers your resume in digital format.This is an important tip. You will be given the option to email it instead of handing it in to an employer personally. There are a number of websites that will offer this option to you. Just make sure that you check their terms and conditions before you commit to doing this.However, the information that you want to include in your resume is the same informatio n that you wanted to include in your letter of interest. By including this information, you will be adding credibility to the scribe resume. Not only does this increase your chances of being hired, but it also allows you to get a head start when you begin writing your own resume.Another important tip is to always keep your scribe resume current. It is no use having something that is dated or outdated. Keep it current and well-written so that it looks professional looks. Always remember that employers like to hire a person who is up to date with the latest trends and changes.Also, consider updating your resume by referencing your previous positions or jobs in the current year. Be sure to include your job titles or positions that you have held in previous years. Thiswill help you appear qualified for the position that you are applying for.Lastly, you should always include your experience when creating your scribe resume. Don't leave anything out because this is what is going to help y ou the most. Including your experience in a scribe resume will show that you are aware of the changes that take place and that you are fully aware of the needs of the job.If you follow these three simple tips, then you will have a successful scribe resume that will help you land the job that you are looking for. However, you do need to know how to create a scribe resume that is professional. Learn all that you can about it so that you are confident that you are getting your message across to the company that you are applying to.