The open book examinations (OBE) have been with us for a while now. And I think it is safe to say that the ideas that this is an “easy pass” have been well and truly blown out of the water! Like any examination or assessment, whether it is your driving test, a ballet exam, a … [Read more...] about Approaching a scenario based OBE paper
IEMA vs NEBOSH – Which Environmental Qualification is right for you
In this post I thought we could look at IEMA and NEBOSH approaches to environmental management qualifications. By comparing the two approaches at the foundation and advanced levels it might help you choose which is best for you if you want to undertake a formalised environmental … [Read more...] about IEMA vs NEBOSH – Which Environmental Qualification is right for you
An overview of the environmental impacts of agriculture
I was brought up on a small farm, kind of an idyllic upbringing in some ways, but also quite hard work in others. Therefore, in this post I thought I would go back to my roots and post about something agriculturally related for the first time. Let’s consider agricultural land use … [Read more...] about An overview of the environmental impacts of agriculture
Considerations of management system integration
Have you ever noticed that there are many similarities between quality, health & safety, and environmental (QHSE)? I have a fair bit of experience of the first two of those and there is not much difference in their overall strategic management in an organisation. Sure, … [Read more...] about Considerations of management system integration
Phew, what a scorcher!
I’m guessing your view of the current heatwave which has been sweeping the UK will depend on a few factors. If you live in the areas covered by the “red alert” and you had to work, your view may be somewhat different to someone living in Dubai where I’m sure people are wondering … [Read more...] about Phew, what a scorcher!