Glossary

The RISK glossary is your guide to some of the terms, course names and organisations referenced here on our website. Browse the glossary below or click on any of the following links to jump straight to that entry.

ADR Awareness

These courses are designed for employees who handle or are responsible for the storage and recording the movement of Dangerous Goods.

CSCS or affiliated card
CSCS cards are increasingly demanded as proof of occupational competence.  Covering hundreds of occupations, whatever you do in construction there will be a card that is suitable for you.

CITB
http://www.cskills.org/
The Industry Training Board for the construction industry.

CITB Levy Payers & CITB Attendance Grants
For eligible organisations, you may apply to CITB for funding assistance. For full terms and conditions, application process and further information, please refer to the CITB

As a guideline, these are the awards payable during 2010/11. Attendance grant of £17.50 per day for all courses

10% supplementary payment for employers who qualify for the scheme

5 day SMSTS
2 day SSSTS
2 day SMSTS Refresher

CPCS
http://www.cskills.org/centreandschool/cpcs/
Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) is the largest and most widely recognised card scheme, used to prove the skills of plant operators.

EA – Environment Agency
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/
A public body, it’s principal aim is to protect and improve the environment and to promote sustainable development.  

EHO – Environmental Health Officer
Usually employed by local government, responsible for advising on and enforcing public health standards, in areas such as planning, noise control, pest control, contingency planning, water testing.

Funding
See our separate Funding Glossary

HSE - The Health and Safety Executive
http://www.hse.gov.uk/
The HSE regulates health and safety in the UK on behalf of the Government. As well as giving information on legislation, the HSE website is a really helpful resource for organisations that need help managing their health and safety requirements, from control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) to asbestos and stress management.

IOSH - Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
http://www.iosh.co.uk/
Chartered body for health and safety professionals, their website contains many useful resources for standards, support and issues relating to health and safety.

International Institute of Risk and Safety Management
Membership body who’s aims are to promote Occupational Health and Safety Internationally

Learning Support Materials
Our courses come with comprehensive training notes, written by RISK.  They contain practical, relevant examples of workplace health and safety. In addition, delegates on NEBOSH courses have access to an online study resource, packed with examples, notes and learning resources. 

NEBOSH  - The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
http://www.nebosh.org.uk/
Globally recognised examining and awarding body. NEBOSH certified courses provide qualifications designed to meet the needs of health, safety, environmental and risk management professionals.

NEBOSH Environmental Certificate

Unit NEC1 Management and control of environmental hazards

1. Foundations in environmental management
2. Environmental management systems 
3. Environmental impact assessments
4. Control of emissions to air 
5. Control of contamination of water resources
6. Control of waste and land use
7. Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency
8. Control of environmental noise 
9. Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies

NEBOSH General Certificate  

NGC1 : The Management of Health and Safety

1. Foundations in Health & Safety Element
2. Health & Safety Policy
3. Organising for Health & Safety
4. Promoting a Positive Health & Safety
5. Risk Assessment
6. Principles of Control
7. Monitoring, Review and Audit
8. Incident and Accident Investigation, Recording and Reporting

NGC2 : Controlling Working Hazards

1. Movement of People and Vehicles
2. Manual and Mechanical Handling
3. Work Equipment
4. Electricity
5. Fire
6. Chemical and Biological Hazards
7. Physical and Psychological Health Hazards
8. Construction Activities

NEBOSH Fire Certificate  

FC1: Fire Safety and Risk Management

1. Managing Fire Safety 
2. Principles of fire and explosion 
3. Causes and prevention of fires
4. Fire protection in buildings 
5. Safety of people in the event of fire 
6. Fire Safety Risk Assessment

FC2: Fire Practical

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety  

NGC1 – Management of Health & Safety

1. Foundations in Health & Safety
2. Health & Safety Policy
3. Organising for Health & Safety
4. Promoting a Positive Health & Safety Culture
5. Risk Assessment
6. Principles of Control
7. Monitoring, Review and Audit
8. Incident and Accident Investigation, Recording and Reporting

NCC1 – Managing and Controlling Hazards in Construction Activities

1. Construction Law and Management
2. Construction Activities
3. Movement of People and Vehicles
4. Manual and Mechanical Handling
5. Work Equipment
6. Electricity
7. Fire
8. Chemical and Biological Health Hazards
9. Physical and Psychological Health Hazards
10. Working at Height
11. Excavation Work and Confined Spaces
12. Demolition

PACE
Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984

SEPA – Scottish Environmental Protection Agency
http://www.sepa.org.uk/
Scotland’s environmental regulator. Their aim is to protect and improve the environment, provide information regarding environmental responsibilities, legislation and good practice.

SHE - Safety, Health, Environmental

SHEQ - Safety, Health, Environment, Quality

SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme  

SSSTS - Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme  

UKCG (UK Contractors Group) Sites
http://www.ukcg.org.uk/
The primary association for construction contractors in the UK.  It’s primary aims are to promote the interests of the construction industry and raise standards.