NEBOSH Practice Test
Updated for October 2026Important: The NEBOSH IGC is an internationally recognised health and safety qualification awarded by the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health. It consists of two units: IG1 (Management of Health and Safety) assessed via open-book exam, and IG2 (Risk Assessment) assessed through a practical workplace assessment. The NEBOSH general certificate is the gold standard for H&S professionals worldwide.
🏗️ What is the NEBOSH IGC?
The NEBOSH International General Certificate is a globally recognised health and safety qualification covering management of workplace hazards, risk assessment, and H&S legislation.
START NEBOSH PRACTICE TEST📋 What is a Risk Assessment?
A systematic process of identifying workplace hazards, evaluating the risks they pose, and implementing control measures to reduce harm. The IG2 unit is entirely a practical risk assessment.
PRACTICE RISK ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS⚖️ What is the Hierarchy of Control?
The hierarchy ranks control measures from most to least effective: Elimination, Substitution, Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
WORKPLACE HAZARDS QUIZ📊 What is Plan-Do-Check-Act?
PDCA is the health and safety management system cycle used in NEBOSH IGC. Plan your H&S policy, implement it (Do), monitor performance (Check), and review/improve (Act).
H&S MANAGEMENT QUIZ🔥 What are NEBOSH Fire Safety Requirements?
NEBOSH covers fire risk assessment including sources of ignition, fuel, oxygen (fire triangle), means of escape, fire detection systems, and emergency evacuation procedures.
FIRE SAFETY PRACTICE TEST🏥 What is Occupational Health?
Occupational health covers workplace hazards that affect worker wellbeing including chemical exposure, noise, vibration, musculoskeletal disorders, and mental health. NEBOSH IGC covers all these topics.
PHYSICAL HAZARDS QUIZMany employers sponsor their staff through NEBOSH courses as part of professional development. Check with your employer about funding for health and safety training — it may be covered under your CPD budget or company training programme.
NEBOSH Practice Test Questions
Prepare for the NEBOSH - National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health IGC exam with our free practice test modules. Each quiz covers key topics to help you pass on your first try.
NEBOSH Chemical and Biological Hazards
NEBOSH Exam Questions covering Chemical and Biological Hazards. Master NEBOSH Test concepts for certification prep.
NEBOSH Fire Safety Management
Free NEBOSH Practice Test featuring Fire Safety Management. Improve your NEBOSH Exam score with mock test prep.
NEBOSH Foundations of Health and Safety
NEBOSH Mock Exam on Foundations of Health and Safety. NEBOSH Study Guide questions to pass on your first try.
NEBOSH Health and Safety Management Systems
NEBOSH Test Prep for Health and Safety Management Systems. Practice NEBOSH Quiz questions and boost your score.
NEBOSH Incident Investigation
NEBOSH Questions and Answers on Incident Investigation. Free NEBOSH practice for exam readiness.
NEBOSH Monitoring and Review
NEBOSH Mock Test covering Monitoring and Review. Online NEBOSH Test practice with instant feedback.
NEBOSH Musculoskeletal Hazards
Free NEBOSH Quiz on Musculoskeletal Hazards. NEBOSH Exam prep questions with detailed explanations.
NEBOSH Physical Hazards
NEBOSH Practice Questions for Physical Hazards. Build confidence for your NEBOSH certification exam.
NEBOSH Risk Assessment
NEBOSH Test Online for Risk Assessment. Free practice with instant results and feedback.
NEBOSH Work Environment
NEBOSH Study Material on Work Environment. Prepare effectively with real exam-style questions.
NEBOSH Work Equipment Safety
Free NEBOSH Test covering Work Equipment Safety. Practice and track your NEBOSH exam readiness.
NEBOSH IGC Exam Day Checklist
- ✓Download IG1 exam paper at scheduled time
- ✓Ensure stable internet connection
- ✓Have course notes and textbooks ready (open-book)
- ✓Plan your answer structure before writing
- ✓Reference relevant legislation and standards
- ✓Use real workplace examples where possible
- ✓Proofread for spelling and grammar
- ✓Submit within the 24-hour window
- ✓For IG2: complete risk assessment at your workplace
- ✓Keep a copy of your submissions for your records
NEBOSH IGC Validity & CPD
Certificate Validity
Lifetime
CPD Recommended
Yes
IOSH Membership
TechIOSH eligible
After completing your NEBOSH IGC, consider joining IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) as a TechIOSH member. This provides access to networking events, CPD resources, and enhances your professional credibility in the health and safety field.
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Sample NEBOSH IGC Practice Questions
Try these questions from our free NEBOSH IGC practice tests. The correct answer and an explanation follow each question.
What minimum workspace volume per person does the Approved Code of Practice recommend?
- A. 5 cubic metres
- B. 8 cubic metres
- C. 11 cubic metres
- D. 15 cubic metres
Answer: C. 11 cubic metres
The ACoP to the Workplace Regulations recommends a minimum of 11 cubic metres per person in a workroom. This calculation should exclude any space more than 3 metres above floor level and should account for furniture and fittings that reduce usable space.
Which of the following is classified as 'work at height' under NEBOSH IGC guidelines?
- A. Working in a basement below ground level
- B. Working on a flat roof with no edge protection
- C. Working at a desk on the ground floor
- D. Loading goods from ground level onto a pallet
Answer: B. Working on a flat roof with no edge protection
Any work where a person could fall and injure themselves, including on a flat roof with no edge protection, is classified as work at height regardless of the distance above ground.
What is the minimum workplace temperature for sedentary work as recommended by the Approved Code of Practice to the Workplace Regulations?
- A. 13°C
- B. 16°C
- C. 19°C
- D. 21°C
Answer: B. 16°C
The Approved Code of Practice to the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 recommends a minimum temperature of 16°C for sedentary work (such as office work). For work involving severe physical effort, the minimum is 13°C. These are not absolute legal limits but ACoP guidance carries significant weight.
What is the hierarchy of control measures for workplace hazards according to NEBOSH principles?
- A. PPE first, then engineering controls
- B. Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) as a last resort
- C. Administrative controls are most effective
- D. Only PPE is needed in hot climates
Answer: B. Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) as a last resort
The hierarchy of control ranks measures by effectiveness: elimination (remove the hazard), substitution (replace with less hazardous), engineering controls (isolate people), administrative controls (change work patterns), PPE (last resort).
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