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Guide to the
NEBOSH National
Diploma in
Environmental
Management
Qualification title: NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management
Version: 9
Specification date: September 2010
Guide publication date: September 2014
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Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Benefits for employers 1
1.2 Designatory letters 2
1.3 Professional membership 2
1.4 Qualification level and UK accreditation 3
1.5 Key topics covered 3
1.6 Course tuition and private study time requirements 3
1.7 Entry requirements 4
1.8 Minimum standard of English required for candidates 4
1.9 Legislation 4
1.10 Legislative updates 4
1.11 National Occupational Standards (NOS) and best practice 5
1.12 Qualification type 5
1.13 Qualification progression 5
1.14 Programmes offered by NEBOSH-accredited course providers 5
1.15 Examination dates 5
1.16 Specification date 6
1.17 Syllabus development and review 6
1.18 Further information for candidates 6
1.19 Further information for accredited course providers 6
2. Qualification structure
2.1 Unit assessment 7
2.2 Achieving the overall qualification 7
2.3 Unit pass standard 7
2.4 Unit certificates 8
2.5 Qualification grade 8
2.6 Qualification parchments 8
2.8 Re-sitting unit/s 8
3. Policies
3.1 Requests for access arrangements/reasonable adjustments 10
3.2 Requests for special consideration 10
3.3 Enquiries about results and appeals 10
3.4 Malpractice 11
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4.1 Unit ED1: Management of environmental risk
Element 1: Principles of environmental risk management 14
Element 2: Environmental risk evaluation 16
Element 3: Control strategies for environmental risk 18
Element 4: Monitoring, review and audit 20
Element 5: Developments in environmental legislation 22
Element 6: Environmental legislative framework and methods of enforcement 24
Element 7: Public access to environmental information 26
Element 8: Civil liability in relation to environmental pollution 28
Element 9: Solid and liquid wastes 29
Element 10: Gaseous and particulate releases to atmosphere 32
Element 11: Water resources management 34
Element 12: Control of environmental nuisance 37
Element 13: Hazardous substances 39
Element 14: Environmental implications of development and land use 41
Element 15: Energy use and efficiency 43
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1. Introduction
The NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management is designed for individuals
with responsibilities for the management of environmental risk in relation to the damage
caused by work activities. It will be invaluable for managers taking on environmental
responsibilities and those aiming to develop and implement effective environmental
management systems within their organisations. Since its launch in 1992, over 1,700
candidates have achieved the Environmental Diploma.
It is designed to provide the specialist knowledge and understanding combined with the
application of the expertise that underpins competent performance within environmental
management. It also provides a sound basis for progression to further study to MSc level.
The syllabus and means of assessment described in this Guide were introduced in 1992,
revised in 2001, 2003 and 2008 and updated in 2010 to take account of current
developments in environmental management.
By reducing the environmental impact of their activities companies can potentially give
themselves a significant edge over their competitors. Many consumers are prepared to pay
a premium for environmentally friendly products: A 2006 Co-Operative Bank survey of eco-
friendly spending in the UK, showed a record spending level of 29.4bn, overtaking the
28bn spent annually on alcohol and cigarettes.
The Scottish Governments Scottish Environmental Attitudes and Behaviours Survey 2008
(SEABS08) found that despite the backdrop of economic uncertainty, 57% of the 3,000
people surveyed saw climate change as an immediate concern and 48% believed that
everyday behaviour and lifestyle contributes to climate change. The survey also noted
evidence of changes in attitudes being reflected in behaviour, eg, 84% making use of
kerbside paper recycling facilities, 63% using energy-saving light bulbs and around 45%
buying Fair Trade products regularly.
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In December 2008, the Scottish Government published the Climate Change (Scotland) Bill,
which included a statutory target to reduce emissions by 80% by 2050. The overall UK
target is a 60% cut by 2050.
Planning ahead to take account of new environmental standards and legislation can
minimise the costs of modifying or replacing equipment and updating working practices.
Increasingly, business partners prefer to deal with environmentally responsible companies.
Banks, insurers and other sources of finance may avoid businesses that do not take
environmental matters seriously and expose themselves to unnecessary environmental risk.
Those that are considered environmentally aware may benefit from better access to capital
and lower insurance premiums.
The business impact of environmental incidents is also compelling: in addition to the direct
cost of sick pay and absence, employers can find themselves dealing with criminal
prosecution, claims for compensation, adverse publicity and harm to both business
reputation and profitability. Failure to act in an environmentally responsible manner can
bring businesses into conflict with the local community, pressure groups and other
employers.
A 2004 DEFRA survey of the environmental sector found the UK employs over 400,000
people (over double the numbers in 2002) in 17,000 companies (up 7,000 over the same
period) and has an annual turnover of 25 billion (from 16 billion in 2002). These figures
are even larger when considering the 500,000 volunteer workers in environmental and land-
based organisations and the 1 million employees working for the food chain and rural
sectors, which use about 80 per cent of the UKs total landmass.
It is also accepted by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM -
www.iirsm.org) as meeting the academic requirements for Specialist membership (SIIRSM).
In addition, diplomates will have the opportunity to attend the annual NEBOSH Diploma
Graduation ceremony.
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For users in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, this is comparable to a Vocationally-
Related Qualification (VRQ) at Level 6 within the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
and Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), or Honours Degree standard.
For further information regarding UK qualification levels, please refer to the Qualifications
can cross boundaries comparison chart issued by the UK regulators, available at the SQA
website (www.sqa.org.uk).
A programme of study therefore needs to be based around a minimum of 119 taught hours
and approximately 71 hours of private study for an overall total of 190 Hours.
A full-time block release course would be expected to last for a minimum of fifteen working
days and a part-time day release course would be spread over at least fifteen weeks. For
candidates studying by open or distance learning, the tuition hours should be added to the
recommended private study hours to give the minimum number of hours that this mode of
study will require.
Quoted hours do not include assessment time, ie, sitting written examinations or the
practical application unit (see 1.6).
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For further information please see the latest version of the IELTS Handbook or consult the
IELTS website: http://www.ielts.org/institutions/test_format_and_results.aspx
Candidates wishing to assess their own language expertise may consult the IELTS website
for information on taking the test: http://www.ielts.org/institutions/faqs.aspx
1.9 Legislation
The syllabus refers to UK legislation. Where the syllabus refers to the legislative systems of
England, Wales and Scotland, candidates may refer to the legislative systems and
requirements that apply in Northern Ireland, provided that these references are clearly
indicated as such.
If this qualification is delivered overseas, accredited course providers may refer to examples
of local legislation as part of the course programme but examination questions will refer to
UK legislation only.
Please note, NEBOSH will not ask questions related to legislation that has been repealed,
revoked or otherwise superseded.
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NB: Accredited course providers are expected to ensure their course notes remain current
with regard to new legislation.
The mapping of the syllabus units to each NOS can be found on pages 12-13.
VRQs provide the knowledge and practical skills required for particular job roles through a
structured study-based training programme, that combine the testing of knowledge and
understanding in written examinations with practical application of learning in the workplace.
VRQs are a popular type of qualification because they are nationally recognised, flexible and
offer routes for progression to employment or further study.
In addition, students who have achieved the NEBOSH Environmental Diploma may be
considering further study. A number of universities offer MSc programs which accept the
NEBOSH Environmental Diploma as a full or partial entry requirement. Some MSc courses
may require additional qualifications/expertise such as a degree, further significant work
experience or expect students to complete specific modules, eg, in environmental
management.
NB: Candidates are advised to check up-to-date information on course dates with accredited
course providers directly.
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2. Qualification structure
2.1 Unit assessment
The Guide to the NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management is divided into
two units. Both units are mandatory and there are no optional units. Candidates may
choose to take one or both units at the same time or at different times.
NEBOSH applies best practise in relation to assessment setting and marking. NEBOSH
uses external assessment for written examinations and assignments: scripts are sent to
NEBOSH and undergo rigorous marking, checking and results determination processes to
ensure accuracy and consistency.
NB: The weighting of the units when calculating the overall mark for this qualification
is 75% for the written examination (ED1) and 25% for the project (ED2), see 2.6 for
further details.
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The overall mark is calculated using this formula to produce an overall percentage:
The overall calculation may produce a fraction of a percentage. A fraction of 0.5 or above will
be rounded up to the nearest whole percentage and a fraction of less than 0.5 will be rounded
down to the nearest whole percentage.
Pass: Up to 59%, with at least 45% in the written paper (Unit ED1) and 60% in the
project (Unit ED2)
Credit: 60% - 69%, with at least 45% in the written paper (Unit ED1) and 60% in the
project (Unit ED2)
Distinction: 70% or more, with at least 45% in the written paper (Unit ED1) and 60% in the
project (Unit ED2)
However, once the result of the second successfully completed unit has been issued the
candidate has 20 working days from the date of issue of that result to either:
Inform NEBOSH in writing of their intention to re-sit a successful unit for the purposes of
improving a grade
Submit an Enquiry About Result (EAR) request (see Section 3.3).
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years of the sitting of the first successful unit. Candidates should take this to mean from
the result declaration date for their first successful unit.
Candidates who wish to improve the mark for a unit they have successfully passed in order
to improve their qualification grading to a credit or distinction, may do so providing that they
re-sit the examination within two years of the sitting of the first successful attempt. Any
candidate who re-sits a successful unit, and does not surpass their original mark, eg, is
referred in the paper, will keep the original mark awarded. Re-sit marks are not capped.
There is no limit to the number of re-sits within this two year period.
Candidates who register for any unit of the National Diploma in Environmental Management
whilst awaiting a result from a previous sitting of an examination for the same qualification
may not seek a refund of the registration fee if they retrospectively claim exemption from any
part of the qualification, subsequent to the issue of the awaited result.
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3. Policies
3.1 Requests for access arrangements/reasonable adjustments
Access arrangements and reasonable adjustments are modifications which are approved in
advance of an assessment to allow attainment to be demonstrated by candidates with either
a permanent or long-term disability or learning difficulty, or temporary disability, illness or
indisposition.
For further details see the NEBOSH Policy and procedures for access arrangements,
reasonable adjustments and special consideration available from the NEBOSH website
(www.nebosh.org.uk).
Candidates who feel disadvantaged due to illness, distraction or any other reason during the
assessment must report this to the invigilator (or the accredited course provider in the case
of a practical examination) before leaving the examination room and request that their
written statement, together with the invigilators comments on the statement, be sent by the
accredited course provider to NEBOSH.
Requests for special consideration must be made to NEBOSH by the accredited course
provider as soon as possible and no more than seven working days after the assessment.
For further details see the NEBOSH Policy and procedures on reasonable adjustments and
special consideration available from the NEBOSH website (www.nebosh.org.uk).
There are, however, procedures for candidates or accredited course providers to enquire
about results that do not meet their reasonable expectations. An enquiry about result
(EAR) must be made in writing within one month of the date of issue of the result to which it
relates.
For details see the NEBOSH Enquiries and appeals policy and procedures document
available from the NEBOSH website (www.nebosh.org.uk).
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3.4 Malpractice
Malpractice is defined as any deliberate activity, neglect, default or other practice by
candidates and/or accredited course providers that compromises the integrity of the
assessment process, and/or the validity of certificates. Malpractice may include a range of
issues from collusion or use of unauthorised material by candidates, to the failure to maintain
appropriate records or systems by accredited course providers, to the deliberate falsification
of records in order to claim certificates. Failure by an accredited course provider to deal with
identified issues may in itself constitute malpractice.
For further details see the NEBOSH Malpractice policy and procedures document available
from the NEBOSH website (www.nebosh.org.uk).
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Structure
The qualification is divided into two units. Unit ED1 is further divided into fifteen elements.
The matrix below indicates how the syllabus elements map to the relevant National
Occupational Standards (See also section 1.11):
Recom- Relevant
Element
Element Title mended Lantra NOS units Page
Number
hours and elements
Developments in environmental
5 5 EM4 23
legislation
Environmental legislative
6 framework and methods of 7 EM4 25
enforcement
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Control of environmental
12 5 EM4, 6-8, 15 40
nuisance
Environmental implications of
14 8 EM1-4, 11, 14 45
development and land use
Recom- Relevant
Element
Element Title mended Lantra NOS units Page
Number
hours and elements
Management of environmental
1 6 EM 1-15 50
risk
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1.1 Explain the earths natural cycles and how the principles of sustainability are being
adopted
1.2 Explain the reasons for managing environmental risk
1.3 Explain the principles of environmental hazard identification, risk assessment, and
risk control.
Content
1.1 Natural cycles and sustainability
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2.1 Evaluate risks to the environment arising from workplace activities and substances
released to the environment
2.2 Identify when an environmental assessment is required and understand the
processes underlying preparation and submission of a formal Environmental
Statement.
Content
2.1 Evaluate risks to the environment
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Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales)
Regulations 1999
Environmental Impact Assessment (Scotland) Regulations 1999
The Environmental Impact Assessment (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2009
Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes Regulations 2004
The Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes (Scotland) Regulations 2004
Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 1999
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
The Planning (Control of Major Accident Hazards) (Scotland) Regulations 2005
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Content
3.1 Risk control measures
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Content
4.1 Performance Indicators
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Tutor references
http://www.decc.gov.uk/assets/decc/what%20we%20do/a%20low%20carbon%20uk/crc/1_2
0100122101538_e_@_crcconversiontable.pdf
http://www.epa.gov/wastewise/wrr/factoid.htm
http://www.wasteonline.org.uk/resources/InformationSheets/WasteAtWork.htm
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5.1 Describe the factors which have influenced the development of environmental law in
the UK during the second half of the 20th century and the first part of the 21st century
5.2 Describe the status and procedures for the creation of UK Acts and Regulations
5.3 Describe the arrangements for implementing EC Directives in UK law
5.4 Identify foreseeable changes in UK environmental law arising from proposed and
draft EC Directives.
Content
5.1 Development of environmental law in the UK
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
6.1 Explain the statutory obligations imposed on the organisation by the Pollution
Prevention and Control Act 1999 and its associated Regulations
6.2 Describe the powers of inspectors, different types of enforcement action and their
implications.
Content
6.1 Statutory obligations
The Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999 (PPC Act), The Environmental
Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2010, Pollution Prevention and
Control (Scotland) Regulations 2000 and associated legislation
Development and application of Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC)
Relationship between PPC and the regulation of water pollution, air pollution,
waste, land, energy, natural reserves and noise
Structure and application of regulations to implement PPC
BAT.
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Enforcement authorities:
- Authorities empowered to enforce environmental legislation
- Division of responsibilities between enforcing authorities
- Powers of enforcing authorities and their inspectors.
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
7.1 Explain the format and content of information that is available to the public that is
relevant to an organisations environmental performance
7.2 Describe the activities of Non-governmental organisations in making information
available to the public
7.3 Review methods of presenting information on environmental management
performance in publicly available reports.
Content
7.1 Information available to the public
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Tutor references
http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/policy/opengov/defra/available/pubscheme/index.htm
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/consultations/environment/ppiem-06.asp
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
8.1 Identify the duties owed in common law by organisations and occupiers of land in
respect of environmental pollution
8.2 Explain the legal principles of decided cases and civil action.
Content
Civil action
- damage for which tortfeasor is liable, damage of foreseeable type, date of
knowledge of risk, remoteness
- meaning of strict liability and interpretation in recent rulings
- strengths and weaknesses of a civil action founded on negligence, breach of
statutory duty, trespass, nuisance or Rylands v Fletcher
- differences in Scottish law in respect of nuisance and strict liability.
Decided cases
- Rylands v Fletcher (1868) LR 3 HL 330 that the person who for his own
purposes brings on his lands and collects and keeps there anything likely to
do mischief if it escapes, must keep it in at his peril, and, if he does not do so,
is prima facie answerable for all the damage which is the natural
consequence of its escape
- Cambridge Water Co Ltd v Eastern Counties Leather plc (1994) 1 All ER 53;
[1994] 2 WLR 53; [1994] 2 AC 264; [1993] UKHL 12 development of rule in
Rylands v Fletcher; liability does not apply retrospectively in absence of
foreseeability of harm
- Hunter and Others v Canary Wharf Limited and Hunter & Others v London
Docklands Corporation (1997), HL the right to bring an action in nuisance is
related to ownership
- Margereson and Hancock v J W Roberts Ltd (1996) The Times 17.4.96. date
of knowledge.
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9.1 Waste categories
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9.5 Control strategies and measures for solid and liquid wastes
The range of engineering and procedural control measures and strategies that
can be applied to eliminate or, where not possible, reduce or render harmless
solid or liquid wastes at source
Landfill: the principles of site selection, behaviour of wastes, site management
controls
Waste and effluent treatment: the principles of chemical, physical and biological
treatment techniques
Incineration: the principles of design technology, behaviour of waste.
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
10.1 Describe the characteristics of emissions to the atmosphere and assess whether
emissions are likely to be subject to specific legal requirements
10.2 Explain the relevant legal requirements for the management of emissions to
atmosphere
10.3 Describe strategies for monitoring atmospheric emissions
10.4 Describe appropriate control strategies and measures for releases to atmosphere.
Content
10.1 Emissions to the atmosphere
Types of emission: gaseous, vapour, mist, fume, smoke, dust, grit, fibre
Types of substances that are prescribed for release to the atmosphere and types
of prescribed processes
Classification of smoke: dark smoke, black smoke
Air Quality Objectives and Air Quality Standards.
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
Content
11.1 Framework in which water is managed
Discharge consent procedures for trade effluent and Red List substances
Duties of operators of prescribed processes
Duties to prevent pollution, including prevention of pollution from fire-fighting
water runoff
Cost recovery by the Environment Agency
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Effect of a works notice under sections 161A to 161D of the Water Resources
Act 1991
Duties in respect of water abstraction licences or impounding licences
Offences under water pollution law.
11.4 Controls
The range of engineering and procedural control measures and strategies which
can be applied to eliminate or, where not possible, reduce or render harmless
releases of polluting matter to controlled waters.
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The Water Environment (Groundwater and Priority Substances) (Scotland) Regulations 2009
The Water Environment (Oil Storage) (Scotland) Regulations 2006
The Water (Prevention of Pollution) (Code of Practice) (Scotland) Order 2005
The Action Programme for Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (Scotland) Regulations 2008 and
Amendment Regulations 2008 and 2009
The Water Resources (Control of Pollution) (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil)
(England) Regulations 2010 and Amendment 2010
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
12.1 Describe the characteristics of noise and advise on measurement and assessment of
environmental noise levels
12.2 Describe control strategies and methods for the control of environmental nuisance
with reference to relevant legal requirements.
Content
12.1 Characteristics, measurement and assessment of environmental noise
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
13.1 Describe the environmental aspects of the legal requirements affecting supply,
storage, use and transport of hazardous substances
13.2 Identify the legislation affecting use of pesticides.
Content
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Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 1999 and Regulations 2005 and 2008
DEFRA Guidance on the Interpretation of Major Accident to the Environment for the
Purposes of the COMAH Regulations
The REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008
Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Regulations 2008 (RoHS) and Amendment Regulations 2009
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 and Amendment
Regulations 2003 and 2004
The Environmental Protection (Disposal of Polychlorinated Biphenyls and other Dangerous
Substances) (England and Wales) Regulations 2000
Regulation (EC) No 689/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 June
2008 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals
The Detergents Regulations 2010
Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16
September 2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer
The Persistent Organic Pollutants Regulations 2007
The Sulphur Content of Liquid Fuels (England and Wales) Regulations 2007
The Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 and The Waste Batteries
(Scotland) Regulations 2009
The Controls on Certain Azo Dyes and "Blue Colourant" Regulations 2003 (Scotland)
The Controls on Dangerous Substances and Preparations Regulations 2006 and
Amendment Regulations 2007 (Scotland)
Planning (Hazardous Substances) (Scotland) Act 1997
The Biocidal Products Regulations 2001and Amendment Regulations 2003, 2007 and 2010
Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986 and Amendment Regulations 1997
Pesticides Act 1998
The Biocidal Products Regulations 2001 and Amendment Regulations 2010
The Plant Protection Products (Basic Conditions) Regulations 1997
The Plant Protection Products (Scotland) Regulations 2005 and Amendment Regulations
2006
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
Content
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Learning outcomes
On completion of this element, candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding of
the content through the application of knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. In
particular they should be able to:
15.1 Explain the environmental aspects of and legal requirements for business use of
energy
15.2 Describe strategies and actions to reduce overall energy use and manage carbon
emissions.
Content
15.1 Business use of energy
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Demonstrate the ability to apply the knowledge and understanding gained from the study
of elements of Unit ED1 in a practical environment
Carry out a detailed review of the environmental audit of a workplace or organisation
Critically analyse and evaluate information gathered during the review
Produce a justified action plan to improve performance.
Content
This unit contains no additional syllabus content. However, completion of study for unit ED1
is recommended in order undertake the unit ED2 project.
The focus of the Unit ED2 project should be the application of the knowledge and
understanding developed in Unit ED1 to a real workplace situation. Candidates are required to
demonstrate the ability to carry out a range of activities that would be expected of an
environmental management practitioner.
4.2.2 Marking
Projects will be marked by an internal assessor a person proposed to NEBOSH by an
accredited course provider and approved by NEBOSH. Internal assessors will normally hold
Full Membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), or
equivalent, and/or the NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management (or
equivalent) with relevant experience.
A marking sheet will be completed by the internal assessor for each candidate and attached
to the candidates report. Sufficient time for marking should be allowed so that marked
projects reach NEBOSH by the submission deadline (31 January and 31 July each year).
Candidates must achieve the pass standard (60%) in this unit in order to satisfy the criteria
for the qualification.
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Candidates do not require supervision when carrying out the project, but the candidate must
sign a declaration that the project is their own work.
The candidates, employers and internal assessors should be aware that the status of the
environmental audit undertaken to fulfil the requirements of unit ED2, which is for
educational purposes only. It does not constitute an assessment or audit for the purposes
of any legislation or regulations.
Any project not submitted by the relevant deadline will be declared at zero marks. The
candidate will then be required to re-register (and pay the registration fee) at the next
standard (or local) sitting date.
The accredited course provider should advise the candidate of the latest date by which the
completed project must be received by the course provider for marking. It is the
responsibility of the course provider to ensure that the completed projects are available to
NEBOSH by the submission deadline.
Candidates planning to post their projects to the accredited course provider are reminded of
the need to guard against loss in the post by sending their work by trackable delivery.
Candidates are therefore advised to retain copies of both their completed project and the
environmental audit proforma.
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[DATE]
3 hours, 0930 to 1230
10 minutes reading time is allowed before the start of this examination. You may not write anything during this
period.
(b) Explain how the technique of life cycle analysis may be used to
understand the extent to which a manufactured product
contributes to the Greenhouse Effect. (6)
2 Outline reasons why many waste producers are seeking to minimise the
use of landfill as a disposal route for their industrial and commercial
waste streams. (20)
8 Residents claim that dust emanating from a nearby waste transfer station
is damaging their property.
Describe the main grounds for action under civil law that might be
available to the residents. (20)
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