It’s crucial that hospitals have an effective fire safety system in place to guarantee both patient safety and staff safety. When issues with their fire protection systems arise, many hospitals are put in hazardous situations. According to a 2021 article, “a sudden rise in the number of COVID patients” was one of the causes of fire accidents occurring in hospitals because, despite hospital facilities being able to be expanded right away, electrical wiring systems cannot. This resulted in more fire accidents, which demanded an electrical audit system too. In such situations and emergencies, healthcare providers should immediately seek for an FLSA to prevent accidents before they happen.

A fire and life safety audit assists in avoiding legal problems in addition to saving lives. Doing so prevents fires from happening and reduces injuries among staff and patients as a result. Audit reports should highlight any safety concerns or problems with the current system. After this, changes can be made to ensure that future incidents are prevented and treated quickly.

Most accidents occur when there’s a problem with electrical equipment, including medical equipment like heart monitors or ventilators used by patients with lung problems or respiratory problems like asthma. An electrical issue may start small—like with paper towels that start catching on fire—before growing into an unsafe situation quickly. Staff members will rush into action once they realize there’s an issue with electrical equipment in the building—but they won’t have enough time to find every fault before it causes injuries among staff members or creates additional damage when something sets off an electrical device inside of it. Having a good system in place will help reduce these dangers by treating all potential issues before something serious happens, so catastrophes don’t create additional deaths or injuries among staff members or hospitalized patients alike.

Benefits of Fire and Life Safety Audit in Hospitals:

Hospitals face many challenges when it comes to fire safety. The first challenge is the difficulty of planning for emergencies while simultaneously running a busy hospital.

Hospitals should consider hiring a recognized firm to audit their fire safety plans. Doing so will ensure that all aspects of hospital security are covered and that they follow a structured plan for dealing with emergencies. This way, they avoid chaos during an emergency and can respond quickly if a fire does occur. Without this plan in place, it’s likely that hospital staff would be working without adequate training during an emergency situation. This would lead to chaos as they responded on their own without knowing what steps to take next. A hospital that creates an efficient emergency plan will significantly increase patient safety and lower the possibility of harm or death in the event of an accident or emergency.

The Fire and Life Safety Audit (FLSA) is intended to identify potential fire and life safety risks and provide a basis for action to eliminate these. The audit provides a systematic, detailed, and thorough inspection of the physical facilities. This ensures that the risk of fire and explosions in the workplace and buildings is reduced. Additionally, the audit also identifies the health and safety procedures in the workplace, the availability of emergency equipment, and the effectiveness of these procedures.

The fire safety audit consists of multiple inspections. The audits are conducted by an auditor and an observer. The audits are split into three main categories: the first is the general inspection of the overall building, the second is the individual inspection of each individual component (i.e., the kitchen, the storage room, the office, etc.); and the third is the on-site visit for the purpose of emergency response.

Why FLSA is needed:

• They are helpful in preventing fire accidents from occurring and in reducing their frequency
• They are valuable for managing and reducing the severity of a fire situation
• They can provide guidelines for the design, construction, and maintenance of a fire safety infrastructure
• They can improve the safety of all patients, staff, and all the hospital’s property
• It is cost-effective in the long run and can reduce the cost of your hospital
• It will make your hospital safer and reduce the risk of a fire happening to your hospital and its staff
• It can save you the loss and also the expense that you incur if a fire occurs
• You will be able to meet and maintain the necessary standards of fire safety
• It can reduce the number of fire injuries and fatalities that your hospital is vulnerable to

Objectives of FLSA:

• Examining the policy statement on fire safety
• Identify, evaluate risk hazards and find out who is at risk from such fire hazards
• Analyze the current preventative measures and make recommendations for any additional preventative actions that may be neede
• Check if a sufficient emergency plan is available, outlining the responsibility and course of action for important personnel
• Examine occupants’ and security personnel’s knowledge of fire safety and rescue procedures.
• Examine whether an appropriate fire alarm and detection system is present. Also, examine whether adequate firefighting resources, such as hydrants, sprinklers, extinguishers, etc., are available
• Analyze the provided passive fire safety measures
• Assess the staff’ and the occupants’ fire safety awareness and instruction
• Evaluate the general awareness of occupants and security personnel on matters relating to fire safety and rescue operations
• Verifying the records of the fire safety training given to employees and residents
• Evaluating the current emergency response plans, fire prevention and protection methods, and risk assessment of fires

It is essential that your hospital’s life is protected and safeguarded by the inspection and assessment of its fire and life safety systems and processes. When a fire occurs, it can spread very fast and become a great risk to your patients and the hospital.

The safety of your hospital’s patients and staff is your prime responsibility, and you can’t afford to leave anything to chance. You must work for their safety. To work for their safety, you must be able to check the safety systems and practices of your hospital to be sure that they are up to standard and have been maintained and inspected regularly.

You must make sure that all the necessary processes and procedures for fire safety are in place and that they are being followed. 

Regular audits will help healthcare providers stay on track to maintain safe conditions for all involved during crisis situations within hospitals. Fire safety issues at hospitals require immediate attention as many accidents have occurred due to poor fire safety issues. Hospitals should consider hiring a professional firm like NIST to audit their fire safety plans and make necessary changes before an emergency occurs.

What is Industrial Safety?

The term “Industrial safety” is a set of safety protocols, policies and regulations to protect the workers, workplace, work equipment and environment from hazards. It acts as a corrective measure that is reviewed and approved by safety experts periodically to ensure a safe workplace and sustainable business operations. 

Why Industrial Safety is necessary?

With the alarming rate of industrial accidents happening every year, industrial safety is a crucial step save human lives. Moreover, workers must be educated on how to handle the equipment and basic safety procedures for adequate safety.

Let’s look at some main reasons why industrial safety is important,

Moral responsibility

It is the duty of care of an employer to affirm the basic morale of a workplace as it costs lives, longer recovery time, lost productivity and heavy personal inconvenience when injured.  It is also the responsibility of an employer to be ethical and create a safe working environment.

Legal responsibility

ILO standards on Occupational Health & Safety proffers essential tools for employers, workers, and government in order to provide maximum safety at work. International Labour Organization (ILO) defines the global standards of protecting human rights that include working duration, employee welfare, safe practices, wages & compensation, labour requirements and other safety aspects which is practised internationally.

The Factories Act 1948 (amended on 1987) formulated national policies in India specifically for occupational safety health in factories & docks in India. It deals with the health, safety, efficiency & well-being of workers at the workplace.

Financial Responsibility

It is a legal requirement for employers to have insurance and also to plan for uninsured costs with their consequences. This will reduce the financial liability towards loss of property, equipment and productivity.

Objectives of Industrial Safety

In any incident, industrial safety is the first discussion that is to be verified again to avoid future accidents. Every hazardous work has its own unique set of safety regulations but it can be distilled into a set of objectives that will assure the safety of any industry. The objectives are

• To achieve a safe and accident-free workplace
• To reduce the business’s cost to accident compensation and insurance claims related to workplace accidents
• To ensure a high-morale work environment for a safer and smoother productivity
• To have competent supervision on the workers to maximize protection

Important considerations for Industrial Safety

Some of the important considerations for Industrial safety are listed below:

• Health & Safety Management Systems
• Managing Risk
• Risk Assessment
• Monitoring & measuring Health & Safety
• Manage workplace health & safety

Work activities that may lead to Accidents

• Fire & Electricity
• Equipment & machinery
• Work at height, confined space, lone working
• Hazardous substances
• Manual handling, load handling equipment
• Movement of people and vehicles in workplace
• Mental-ill health, substance abuse, violence at work
• Poor work environment

Scope of Industrial Safety Training for Workers

Safety training educates workers and management staff to identify safety hazards and apply the proven safety methods. It is crucial for workers to learn technical and practical knowledge to avoid loss of lives, injuries and health hazards. 

• Safety Equipment Usage

Workers who handle heavy equipment, sharp and dangerous tools must undergo safety instructions and precautions. For optimized usage, proper signage and instruction boards can be placed nearby for a passer-by to be alert and educated with the machinery.  

• Improved detection and Identification of Workplace Hazards

There are a lot of direct and indirect hazards that could endanger the workers. Adequate training will enable them to make smart decisions when required. Every worker should have concrete knowledge of the workplace’s hazards to avoid high risks beforehand. 

• Ensured Personal Safety Practices

Every worker must be trained to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like alarms, fire extinguishers, sensors, gloves, etc. to reduce risks. Protecting oneself is a great source of the hazard prevention strategy. 

• Well-rehearsed Exit Strategies

A poor exit strategy is the top-most cause of workplace accidents. This can be practised with mock drills and periodical safety sessions to better handle an unexpected incident. 

• Safety report management 

It is the duty of the workers to observe all the recommended rules. Any faulty equipment, improper maintenance and any suspicion of breaking the safety law must be reported and documented. A safety manager should be held responsible to maintain and keep all the safety report up-to-date.  

Want to know more? Stay tuned and refer to our safety training courses for more information. Who are we? 

NIST is India’s First NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner with over a decade of experience in health and safety training. 

Courses offered at NIST

To raise the competency of all levels of safety professionals, NEBOSH was established and renewed to qualify 50,000 candidates annually across the world. Just like RLI courses which are recognized in India, NEBOSH courses have recognition across the globe.

NIST offers top NEBOSH safety courses such as,

NEBOSH IGC – International General Certificate for entry-level aspiring safety professionals covering a wide range of knowledge to handle safety in any workplace. This is a great foundational course to learn and apply safety concepts. 

NEBOSH ID – This is a prominent diploma safety course curated by experts and for experts to provide extensive technical and practical knowledge to handle safety in a workplace. This attracts management-level positions across the world. 

NEBOSH EDip – This is a significant qualification desired by management and organizations for the aim of a sustainable future. This is also a mark of professionalism recognized as Continuous Professional Development (CPD). 

We also offer IOSH managing safety to learn basic knowledge and skills and be better informed about workplace hazards and prevention.

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-others/1995-dabwali-fire-accident-victim-i-will-never-forget-my-children-the-other-victims/

Accidents like this tend to leave a bigger scar on both the victims and the entire nation. It was revealed that India recorded around 1.6million fire accidents so far involving 27,027 fire accidents deaths. The most vulnerable victims were children below 10 and the elderly above 60 years.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/every-5th-fire-death-in-world-is-in-india-study/articleshow/72920852.cms

Many victims end up being helpless to escape an unexpected fire accident due to the lack of awareness and proper exit strategies. Let’s look at some fire accidents in India that happened in recent years.

Major Fire Accidents Recorded In India

The year 2016- 2021

Putting Fire Accident (2016)

To celebrate the mark of the regional New Year, thousands gathered to enjoy the firework on 10 April 2016. The accident started when a spark from the faulty rocket fell in a large stockpile of heavy firecrackers triggering a chain reaction. 111 people died with 378 devotees severely injured.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/puttingal-tragedy-cbs-chargesheet-mentions-59-names/articleshow/78713581.cms

Bawana Plastic Factory Accident (2018)

An Illegal firecracker manufacturing factory tells us why it is important to follow the government norms. Bawana, a plastic manufacturing company had an illegal unit to manufacture fireworks. Around 6 pm, the illegal unit was caught on fire risking the lives of the labourers inside as their exit was blocked for other construction activities. This accident took away the lives of 17 people on January 20, 2018.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/fire-at-plastic-factory-in-bawana-9-dead/articleshow/62584720.cms?from=mdr

Kamala Mills Fire Tragedies (2017)

The fire started from Kamala Mills – rooftop bar’s hookah due to flying ambers which lit the nearby flammable materials such as curtains and other decorative items. The fire moved to the adjacent roofs leaving people in chaos and panic as there was no immediate emergency exits or fire safety equipment. This accident took 14 lives and over 55 injured forcing authorities to recheck the safety norms.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/mumbai-news/kamala-mills-fire-case-owners-of-compound-discharged-others-to-face-trial/story-xq5OkYI6pfPTIXJ0WvG5NO.html

Dharavi’s Cylinder Blast (2021)

A leaking gas cylinder caught fire on a narrow lane opposite Hotel Mubarak on Sunday afternoon (29 August 2021). It was reported that someone dropped a cigarette nearby the gas cylinder leading to a blast affecting the people crossing its path. Two fire engines and one water tanker reached the place to rescue leaving 17 injured.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/mumbai-17-hurt-in-dharavis-cylinder-blast-five-critical-on-ventilator/articleshow/85750472.cms

Year 2011 – 2015

Nellore Train Fire (30 July 2012)

The fire caused by short-circuits in a sleeper coach endangered the sleeping passengers. It was just a matter of 20 minutes for the fire to spread fast as the train was moving at 70 mph. With very few options to escape, 15 people died and almost 25 saw a near-death escape who luckily used the rear and forward exists.

https://www.indiatoday.in/india/south/story/tamil-nadu-express-train-catches-fire-nellore-111595-2012-07-30

Pipeline Explosion – 2014 (Gas Authority of India Limited)

On June 27, 2014, the underground faulty gas pipeline maintained by GAIL got blasted. It is recorded that the adjacent tea owner lit a stove early in the morning resulting in an explosion. Huge flames erupted from the damaged pipeline gutting the nearby houses, stalls and crop fields. 23 people lost their lives and around 40 were severely injured.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/live-gail-pipeline-blast-in-ap/article6153701.ece

Year 2006-2010

Meerut Trade Fair Fire Accident (2006)

The fire caused by a short circuit lit the 100 m long tent covering the event endangered the visitors due to lack of emergency exits. The incident killed 65 people and injured 150 with several injuries.

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-others/2006-meerut-fire-accident-victim-if-my-mother-is-not-dead-why-cant-they-find-her/

Year 2001 – 2005

Kumbakonam School Fire Accident

Dated on 16 July 2004, this accident took away the lives of 94 innocent students aged from 4 to 10 as the result of a fire that started from the school’s kitchen log while preparing food. It was an easy spread as it was a thatch-roofed 3 storey building. The thatched roof & its supporting bamboo poles were caught on fire; it fell on children also blocking the exit. Madras High court charged and convicted the responsible staff including teachers, department officials and municipal officers.

https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2021/jul/17/public-observe-17-year-anniversary-of-kumbakonam-school-fire-tragedy-2331368.html

Year 1995 – 2000

Uphaar Film Theatre Fire (1997)

This is one of New Delhi’s worst tragedies as fire broke out at Uphaar Cinema hall. The smoke emerged from the parking lot but the audience didn’t suspect fire as they assumed it was a part of the theatre’s effect. But later, they realized that the blaze spread by the leaking oil from the transformers already burnt 27 parked vehicles.

The incident recorded 59 deaths and over 100 people severely injured with the stampede while screening the Bollywood movie, “Border” on June 13, 1997.

https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/uphaar-cinema-fire-1997-gopal-ansal-sushil-victims-case-supreme-court-s-a-bobde-6283223/

So what went wrong?

With extensive precautions, many lives would have been saved. Probably, applying the right safety measures at the right time would have prevented such ill-fated accidents.

Top 5 Reasons for Fire accidents:

1. Improper use or storage of flammable materials

Flammable materials should be properly contained in a temperature-controlled ventilated area. Avoid placing the materials near igniting sources & keep them accessible to fire-fighters. All materials must be properly labelled with preventive signs to alert the users or passer-by.

• Unattended and overloaded electrical equipment

Equipment on the use or overnight machinery must adhere to the safety instructions before leaving it unattended. No heavy equipment must be overloaded above its capacity. Regular inspection and optimal usage of equipment will reduce the risks involved.

• Blocked fire exits

This is the topmost cause of many disastrous fire accidents as it restricts the emergency exit during an event. It is advised to conduct mock-drill or periodical inspection/auditing to ensure a less chaotic escape plan from dangers.

Fire exit is the first step of emergency rescue strategy followed for any fire accident. Thereby, it is the duty of every individual to be well-informed about the emergency plan and a systematic way to exit when an incident occurs.

• Defective products/ machinery

Defective products will endanger may cost lives on prolonged usage. It is highly recommended to stop using it and replace it with a better product to avoid its adverse effect. Every product must go through periodical quality inspection and preventive safety actions to safeguard it from dangers.  

• Bypassing the safety rules and limitations

After many fire investigations, it is found that not complying with the guidelines of national, regional and municipal laws lead to an unsafe and vulnerable environment. Alternative procedures for a safety method can be implemented with approval in case of temporary conditions.

These incidents leave us an alarming wake-up call for safety. Keeping in mind the disastrous consequences, it simply proves how significant safety awareness is for every individual. In any case, safety equipment and personal protective equipment must be kept accessible to all the occupants on a premise.

In India, all the buildings should comply with fire safety regulations as per National Building Code (NBC), Building Regulations Act and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Act to delineate a fire-safe building.

Some basic regulations that any building should adhere to the fire-safety guidelines are as follows,

• All buildings should not exceed the maximum occupancy limit
• Any work-in-progress section must be rightly protected and equipped with fire equipment, first aid and easy access to ambulance on a standby
• All occupants must be educated with emergency exits, safety equipment and must have immediate contact of rescue personnel
• Periodical check and maintenance of safety equipment
• Ventilation and emergency exits must be atleast one meter long with no disturbances
• Waste disposals, cigarette butts and containers must be in open spaces free from other materials nearby

In industries where the fatality rate for fire accidents is higher, it is recommended to equip your workers with adequate knowledge in fire safety to best prevent major accidents.

Every organization can prevent such fire disasters with fire audits and fire safety training among the employers for maximum protection.

Fire Audit and Fire Safety Training

Due to the disastrous nature of fire accidents, every building is recommended to get audited with fire safety. Fire audit is a must for warehouses, malls, commercial, residential, e-commerce, hospitality, educational institutions etc. The process and benefits of fire audits vary from one building type to another.

NIST offers a 1-day fire safety training session to educate and equip the personnel to better handle a fire incident. This session is ideal for fire safety officers, fire marshals, safety officers, rescue personnel and other health and safety committee.

To enhance the overall safety of an organization/workplace, there are specialized courses offered by NEBOSH such as NEBOSH IGC (International General Certificate), NEBOSH ID (International Diploma in for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals) and NEBOSH International Diploma in Environmental Management.

One of the gateways to becoming a safety professional is by pursuing suitable International Safety Courses. And about 90% of the safety employers desire candidates with the prestigious NEBOSH qualification. NEBOSH IGC is one such qualification that is primarily mandated among almost 65% of the safety job openings.

NEBOSH IGC – A Right Start for your Safety Career

Curious? – This article is crafted especially for you!

All aspiring safety professionals pursue NEBOSH IGC as it is the most-demanded qualification among reputed employers. NEBOSH stands for National Examination Board in Occupational Safety & Health. It is an international safety board headquartered in UK known for its safety courses which is recognized all over the world.

The NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) equips the learners to get invaluable knowledge and skills that will support real-time concepts required to manage any safety concepts. There is no pre-requisite for this course but the learner should have Standard English language proficiency to take up this course. However, NIST suggests you to study IOSH MS before IGC to grasp the safety concepts better.

What roles would you get after pursuing NEBOSH IGC?

With NEBOSH IGC, you will attract job roles such as Safety officer or HSE officer in any core industrial sector. Your role will take full responsibility for workplace safety, preventive measures and maintenance reports as to when required.

Safety Officers or HSE professionals generally have the privilege to choose an industry that will best suit their career aspirations.

The tops industries for HSE or Safety officers are as follows,

• Agriculture and Plantations
• Construction and infrastructure
• Mining
• Food, drink and tobacco
• Forestry, wood, pulp and paper
• Oil and gas production
• Oil refining
• Basic metal production
• Chemical Industries
• Mechanical and electrical engineering
• Transport equipment manufacturing
• Textiles, clothing, leather and footwear
• Health services
• Public service
• Utilities (water; gas; electricity)
• Education and research
• Financial services
• Hotels, catering and tourism
• Media and Culture
• Postal and telecom services
• Shipping ports, fisheries and inland waterways
• Transport

Every industry works to promote safety by taking stringent measures for a sustainable business. An unsafe workplace contributes a terrible loss to both the business and the affected person’s personal life. It factors lost man-days, replacement or maintenance cost, reputation and disrupted workflow for a smoother business operation.  

The required safety measures to prevent various hazards is covered by skilled safety professionals. Hence, the constant knack of handling safety is a challenging role where only a certified professional can do it better.

The reputation of NEBOSH IGC has reached far that it has become a primary qualification for entry-level positions to kick start your career in health and safety.

Job candidates have a very little chance to compete for a safety role without a NEBOSH qualification; it is indeed a tough competition against certified safety professionals. It is revealed that over 50,000 candidates take up NEBOSH courses every year to secure the best job in the market.

Why NEBOSH IGC is the most-preferred qualification among employers? What do learners study?

NEBOSH courses comprise everything that is expected out of you as a health and safety officer. In whichever sector you are in, it should have a “Plan, Do, Check and Act” model that suits for controlling hazards in any industrial sector.
The learning outcomes of NEBOSH IGC covers physical and psychological health, Musculoskeletal health, Chemical and biological agents, General workplace issues, Work equipment, Fire and Electricity handling.

The NEBOSH course syllabus is carefully designed to cover practical steps like management reports, decision-making, actions are taken, planning and regular tasks. In the risk assessment, you will also be assessed with scenario questions that allow you to experiment and apply what you have learned.

How to learn NEBOSH IGC?

NEBOSH IGC can be pursued in offline training sessions or through virtual as per your convenience. The NEBOSH course duration depends on the completion of Live Training Sessions which has 13 working days and the E-learning duration will include 110 hours of learning in the given portal.

After your preparation, you can take Open Book Examination (OBE) assessment which allows you to finish your assessment from wherever you are. Post-assessment, learners will receive their NEBOSH certificate after successfully completing the exam.

Learners also get to enjoy a lot of benefits that will boost your career.

What perks do learners enjoy with NEBOSH IGC?

• Meet the academic requirements for TECH IOSH, AIOSH, and AIIRSM memberships
• Attract high-level safety-related opportunities across the world
• Strong career in safety aligned to your passion
• Reach leadership level positions and ensure business meets standardized protocols
• A strong foundation to NEBOSH International Diploma.

As per NEBOSH qualification levels, IGC is a Level 3 qualification that covers basic safety concepts that a safety officer will need. After IGC, safety professionals continue to develop their academic status with NEBOSH International Diploma in order to attract more opportunities. NEBOSH ID is a Level 6 qualification which is deemed the highest qualification to attain management level positions in any sector.

Any NEBOSH course qualification is greatly recognized by employers and instantly boosts upto 16% of the salary.

But, it all starts with picking the best Learning partner.

According to NEBOSH, learning partners must commit and meet 6 learning principles of Excellency. NIST is proud to be India’s First Gold Learning Partner as we have greatly exceeded the expectation.

Why learners choose NIST?

• Highly qualified trainers with cross-domain experience for a thorough revision of the syllabus
• Successfully trained  1.2 lac+ learners with 1000+ NEBOSH batches
• Learner friendly course materials
• Proficient regional language trainers for the learner’s convenience
• Consistent higher pass and distinction percentage in all NEBOSH and IOSH courses
• 1000+ Safety professionals placed in reputed organizations

For more information about NEBOSH course details, Call:+91 8056000530 or leave a mail at info@nistinstitute.com.

1. Individual:
   1. Universal relevancy: You will gain a strong understanding of occupational health and safety concepts which will give you an edge over the competition. It is one of the subjects that are said to be universally relevant to any workplace or business.
   2. Career: Studying health & safety courses will serve as a strong basis for pursuing further higher studies and also aids you in becoming a top-notch professional in safety domain.
2. Professional:
   1. Promotion opportunities: If you are already a safety professional then achieving higher qualifications in health and safety can enhance your promotion prospects. Employers are keen on choosing individuals who are committed to their own continuous improvement.
   2. A better contribution: Those who are equipped with Health & safety knowledge are always in a better position to contribute to the overall safety culture of their workplace. Therefore, it is a valuable subject for all employees so that they contribute to the safety of their workplace.
   3. Leadership: Advance courses in health & safety will enable you to perform as a safety leader by managing the organization productively and take effective decisions. With acquired knowledge in safety, you can grow up to become a high performing leader in the field of health & safety.
3. Employer:
   1. Best Safety practices: A qualified safety professional will have the sound knowledge to perform Risk assessment and other safety related procedures like safety audits, inspection, etc., in order to reduce the adverse effects caused due to workplace accidents in a proactive manner.
   2. Moral obligation: Moral reasons being the prime phenomenon for managing risks, employers recruit professionals who have a deeper insight of health & safety knowledge. By doing so, employers will also be able to provide reasonable care to their employees.

• Legal requirements: The knowledge gained through health & safety courses will enable you to be up-to-date with any changes in the current legislation and also bring to the attention of the Management / Director on health & safety matters and ensure that the organization complies with the statutory regulations.
  • Cost-effective: A thorough knowledge of health & safety concepts will help you to add value to your workplace by avoiding litigation, prosecution, absence costs, insurance premium, and loss of reputation.

Studying Health & Safety Course @ NIST

Due to the extensive nature of workplace health & safety concepts and legislations, it is vital to study the subject in a comprehensive manner. The same is infused in International Safety courses offered by world-famous international safety bodies like NEBOSH & IOSH. NEBOSH Health and safety courses are most preferred by global employers as it covers prominent subjects of workplace safety enabling a professional to impart an effective safety procedure in a workplace. NEBOSH qualifications like NEBOSH International General Certificate, NEBOSH International Diploma, and NEBOSH Environmental Diploma are on the top list of safety courses pursued by safety aspirants.

At NIST, we proffer world-class online training for International safety courses. And some of our highlights are listed below:

• NEBOSH Health and safety courses & IOSH courses are offered by expert trainers who come with relevant industrial experience
• So far trained 1.2lacs+ learners with leading safety courses
• Language specific trainers with cross domain expertise
• Completed more than 1000 batches of NEBOSH courses
• Consistently achieving high pass percentage for NEBOSH & IOSH courses
• Proudly earned immense positive feedback from learners & delegates for our exceptional training deliverance, administrative support, and other services right from registration to certification.
• So far placed more than 1000 professionals in attract HSE job roles across the globe
• We also train the corporates with Bespoke health & safety training and international safety courses

Attract HSE Job Opportunities across the Globe

Irrespective of any industry you choose, safety professionals are highly on demand! Pursuing health & safety courses can open a gateway of opportunities in the HSE field. For example, NEBOSH IGC qualified professionals can apply for Safety Officers job roles while NEBOSH International Diploma holders get job positions like HSE trainer, Safety Manager, etc. If you are interested in Environmental safety, you can pursue NEBOSH Environmental Diploma which will help you achieve a role as an Environmental Safety Expert.

To conclude, workplace health & safety is indeed a unique subject and considered to be a key priority in every organization or business. Workplace health & safety management, having a long way to go, would welcome more safety professionals on the field in order to keep human lives safe from any fatal accidents or serious injuries. Hence, the benefits of studying health and safety courses are quite deep touching various aspects of both human life and workplace safety!