I Know how you feel, this is my 2 peneth: (3.2)I Present the rationale for proactive monitoring systems for health and safety I just described times that I promoted my proactive monitoring systems, such as during general training, during the actual monitoring itself, Toolbox Talks etc. then described how I did this and why its important (rather than just using reactive systems). (3.4) Explain sampling routines I described any sampling that I undertook - noise, site, HAVS, Air, random etc - anything with limits and exposure levels really. Legionella temperature testing, most of CoSHH. do you use contractors or do it yourself, how do you communicate results staff after the sampling? (3.7) Explain how to respond to the health and safety needs of others I described our lines of communication such as TBT, ROES, meetings, Committee and how i used these to respond to staff needs - any H&S complaints, issues raised etc this is a very specific answer to your company and what structure you have for responding to staff and HOW you respond Good luck - I found my NVQ a really long slog and almost lost motivation towards the end due to repetitive questions. I think some of the questions are so vague to ensure they can be applied to all industries sml-lrg.

NVQ 5 Dip complete now - Hooray! Looking at the open book then peer interview next. I was looking at the MSc but to be honest, I have not got enough to pursue CMIOSH so will most probably go down the MBA route. Thanks for all your help! James

Hi Your training provder has to have an Assessor observe you with the "Risk Assessment" element. Schedule that observation and get ask them all your questions then. Are you with City & Guilds Awarding Organsiation? They insist on having at least this observation been done. Make sure you insist on it, otherwise your certificate could be revoked when your qualification is audited (EQA'd) on completion. regards Linda