With construction continuing to rank among the most dangerous industries in the UK, NEBOSH has refreshed its Health and Safety Management for Construction qualification to better equip professionals tackling the sector’s evolving risks.
Between 2023 and 2024 alone, the industry accounted for 51 work-related fatalities in Great Britain, accounting for nearly 40% of all workplace deaths that year.
To strengthen its relevance, NEBOSH has updated the course content for 2025, incorporating feedback from past learners and input from a panel of industry experts.
New topics include managing fatigue and understanding the powers of inspectors, and the challenges increasingly faced on modern sites.
Designed for both UK and international learners, the UK version is aligned with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, while the international pathway follows ILO guidance.
The course aims to help learners identify and control construction hazards, develop safe systems of work, contribute to incident investigations, and advise on legal responsibilities under construction legislation.
It also focuses on fostering a strong health and safety culture, improving contractor management, and giving learners the confidence to challenge unsafe behaviours.
Survey data indicates the qualification is well-received: 96% of UK respondents and 100% of international participants said they would recommend the course.
A similar majority reported improved skills in recognising risks and hazards in the construction environment. The Level 7 UK qualification remains recognised by the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), with holders eligible to apply for the Academically Qualified Person (AQP) card.
Michael Smith, response supervisor - Housing Repairs for South Holland District Council, said, “I found the whole course extremely interesting; the study and work-based scenarios were good and worthwhile. I thought the content of the course was pitched correctly, and the syllabus covered it [the topic] in great depth. Having gained the qualification, I am now in a position where I feel that I can make a positive impact within the workplace.”
