Turning a NEBOSH NG2 Risk Assessment Referral into Success: A Step-by-Step Guide
Don’t stress, a NEBOSH NG2 Risk Assessment Referral indicates you did not meet the pass standard. Nevertheless, you must stay resilient. This guide will help you book your resit, access preparation resources, and appeal if necessary.
Understanding Your NG2 Assessment Results
Typically, NEBOSH will email your results within 50 days of your submission date. If you pass the NEBOSH NG2, you will receive a ‘pass.’ If you fail the NG2, you will receive a ‘refer,’ including ‘Not Met’ next to specific areas that did not meet the criteria. Examiner feedback is sent through the NEBOSH portal within 7 working days of results being received. You can then revise your risk assessment based on the feedback.
What To Do Next?
Therefore, areas marked as ‘Not Met’ on a NEBOSH NG2 referral can be revised and your risk assessment can be resubmitted. NEBOSH does not provide a marked assessment, so you must interpret your feedback and adjust accordingly. For instance, if feedback suggests inadequate control measures you should do your research and incorporate stronger controls to improve. Consequently, your understanding of risk assessment principles will be strengthened. When the pass standard for the NEBOSH NG2 is not met, you have two options moving forward. Option 1 involves a remark while Option 2 is a resit.
Option 1 – Remark
If you believe you have been assessed unfairly and that you have met all the criteria for each section of your Risk Assessment, you can apply for a remark of your paper, this is called an Enquiry About Result (EAR).
By submitting an Enquiry About Result (EAR) to NEBOSH, you can challenge your result through two types of enquiries. The first involves a check of your scripts including the practical assessment, assignment, and project while the second enquiry is a re-evaluation.
Enquiry Type 1: This type of remark is requested to check the accuracy of the marking on all your submitted work. The fee is £18 per unit, and the result is provided within 10 working days. However, it rarely results in a grade change.
For instance, if there was a calculation error in totalling your marks, a check would detect and correct them.
Enquiry Type 2: This remark is carried out by a NEBOSH appointed Team Leader or NEBOSH specialist. The fee is £118, and the result is provided within 40 working days of the Enquiry About Result (EAR) request deadline which is 20 working days from the published result notification date.
An example being if the original marker’s subjective interpretation has overlooked key points. A remark could result in a revised assessment that provides a more accurate evaluation of your performance.
Outcome Of Your Remark
The outcomes of the NEBOSH Enquiry About Result (EAR) do not guarantee an upward adjustment of marks or grades. It is crucial to understand that marks or grades may also be lowered, or they may remain unchanged.
Importantly, NEBOSH EAR applications, including payment, must be submitted on or before the EAR closing date. The EAR fee will be refunded if an EAR outcome is successful, and you are upgraded to a pass. Ensure to submit your EAR within 20 working days from the release date of your results.
Option 2 – Resit
Otherwise, you can choose to book a resit after receiving a NEBOSH NG2 referral. You do not need to take a resit immediately, but it is essential to be aware of the registration deadline for the sitting you wish to book.
One advantage of resitting is that you can amend your original NG2 submission if you did not meet the criteria. Alternatively, you can conduct a new risk assessment in a different area within your place of work. A NEBOSH specialist will mark your resubmission, and results are typically provided within 50 working days from the NEBOSH EAR request deadline.
Your NEBOSH administrator at PSS will provide resit booking dates. Examiners’ reports are released semi-annually after the March and September NEBOSH General Certificate exams. Candidates must register at least five weeks before the exam date. Registration and fees will cost £140.00 + VAT.
NEBOSH NG2 Success Tips: How Can You Prepare to Pass?
NEBOSH Examiners should be informed that you are resubmitting your risk assessment for a second review. To ensure your success, it is advised to review your entire assessment against the official NEBOSH Guidance and information for Learners and Learning Partners document before resubmitting.
While you can amend areas marked as ‘Not Met,’ the whole assessment will be remarked, and focusing only on ‘Not Met’ sections may inadvertently affect other criteria. The NEBOSH resource guide document is your go-to resource for NEBOSH certification assistance as it provides essential insights into the evaluation criteria.
NEBOSH offers a valuable risk assessment sample which can enhance your understanding of NEBOSH risk assessment strategies. For additional support, you can schedule a one-to-one session with a trainer to review your NG2 paper via Zoom, priced at £90.00 + VAT per hour. Also, reviewing examiners’ reports can offer beneficial insights if your exam results were not as expected. These reports are free to download for students and provide detailed expectations and feedback on areas needing improvement highlighted by examiners themselves.
PSS Resources for NEBOSH Success
Lastly, visiting the Project Skills Solutions website offers valuable resources for anyone preparing for the NEBOSH General Certificate. You’ll find the answers to your pressing questions and detailed information about the assessment that can significantly aid in your preparation. To ensure you get the most comprehensive training and support, book your NEBOSH course with us. With the right tools, you can avoid another NG2 risk assessment referral and be in a strong position to pass with confidence. PSS are rooting for your success!
