Thank you for all the help and support - I thoroughly enjoyed your delivery of the material. Speak to you in the closing interview 

Dear Phil, It was good to meet with you last week. Please find attached my answers to the questions. It was not so easy. I had to look some of them up and even then I am not convinced of my answer! And so it would be good to have the crib sheet if I made some mistakes.

Dear Phil, Hope all is well with you. Thank you for the interesting and interactive NEBOSH Safety Leadership training session last Thursday, I really enjoyed it. Please see attached for the two completed forms from me. Please let me know if you need any further information. Many thanks and all the best.

I would like to provide you with feedback from the course, I believe it was very well planned and communicated to us over the two weeks. Thoroughly enjoyed the course, it’s what I was expecting and overall what I wanted from it. Your use of tech and constant examples kept my interest throughout.

Thanks again for your IOSH Senior Executives Course Phil, it was a real eye opener and really well presented. Going forward and I mentioned to Amanda this morning that I would love to get you in front presenting to our on farm sellers. Some of them have been with the company for a long time and have become comfortable/blasé’ with regard to their surroundings, whilst others are starting out on their journeys full of enthusiasm but naive. A hard hitting reminder of the dangers would be welcome and timely.

I just want to say thank you for all the support you provided through the NEBOSH general certificate course and examinations. The course was great and engaging and I really learned a lot. It was great to know you were always on the end on an email, and the extra support materials for the risk assessment and worked examples of previous papers that you provided on top of those provided by NEBOSH were extremely helpful in guiding us through what was required. I really appreciate the extra one to one call when I failed the first exam going through my options, identifying where I went wrong and then sitting down with me again to go through some practice answers on the morality questions where I struggled in the first instance. I am thrilled that I passed with distinction second time around and I honestly don’t believe that would have been possible had you not gone the extra mile. I am already applying what I learned too! Many Thanks

I recently completed the course NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety and received a pass for my exam and risk assessment. Although the prospect of the exam was a concern, you helped alleviate the fear by addressing the exam and the type of content it would contain, at our first learning session. Colleagues and I felt this approach worked well for us by demystifying it and allowing us to concentrate fully on the modules. Thanks for the training you gave, the content was engaging with a mix of talking/ discussion, online resources, and appropriate breaks so we were not overwhelmed.

I wanted to let you know that the implementation of the General Work Permit and Isolation policy and programs has started and while there is some resistance to the change, the majority recognize that it is a move to a better and safer work environment. So definitely a move in the right direction. Thank you for all of your time, input, direction (and probably patience) in getting us started.

I wanted to send you a quick note letting you know that the LOTO program that you helped us develop passed OSHA.

Anyway, we had an OSHA inspection last week and the Safety Inspector reviewed the program. She even took the forms with her to review one evening. End result is that she liked the General Work Permit and especially the Take 2. Really impressed with the Take 2. She had some suggestions for line items to add because of our PSM program which will be incorporated into the next revision. Just wanted to say thank you!
 

Thank you very much for the training, I know that things I have learnt will make a lasting impact on how I see things in the workplace and the rest of the world. Already when I'm out and about for my walks in the village I am seeing things relating to what we have learnt that are not very safe etc. or just general observations noting the training - I imagine you must see the world in so many colours of health and safety!

Once again, thank you for delivering such an interesting and enjoyable course, it has helped me look more broadly at the workplace environment and really developed my interest in health and safety. I hope to continue learning about H&S with potentially more NEBOSH courses in the future! 

Many thanks Phil, Enjoyed the course yesterday, very thought provoking, and lots of improvement ideas running round my head now!

I liked the format of the course and although challenging on a virtual platform, the use of videos, and photos kept it alive, along with the interesting topics presented

Thank you!!
 

I enjoyed the course and got a lot out of it. I like the way you use insights to make people think.  

Thanks again for such an informative and interesting course last week. I thought you did brilliantly with the limitations of Zoom, it worked really well.

Thank you for your time last week. I found the course of benefit and was delivered very well considering the needs for Zoom etc.

Many thanks for delivering an engaging course, very difficult to do on line with such a subject!

Having not been in a proper classroom setting for 20 years plus, the NEBOSH course Phil delivered was daunting.

However, there was no need to be concerned as Phil delivered the content well and with confidence backed up by years of experience

I enjoyed it - good to use the brain thoroughly again.

I would highly recommend any training provided by Phil and his colleagues.

I recently passed my NEBOSH through a course ran by Phil. I was nervous to say the least as I had heard all the horror stories of how difficult this course was to pass and sitting down for the training provided by Phil was a privilege as each module was explained clearly and covered to great extend through the knowledge he has which made it easy to understand, the course material provided also simplified lots of the modules and I was extremely impressed with the professionalism shown through out the course.

On a pleasing note the entire group also passed which is an achievement in itself.I have completed various courses through my working career and this was one of the best.

My career and knowledge has advanced through this which I’m extremely pleased for and will definitely be using Phil and his team again in the future.

I undertook a Nebosh certificate with Phil in early 2020, and would recommend him to anyone wanting H&S training or to utilise him for advice and support.His experience and knowledge is second to none.

He conducts his classes in relaxed manner but his style ensures that candidates are absorbing the information required.

I would use Phil for further training I require.

Phil was my tutor for my NEBOSH general certificate and As someone that’s not a fan of written exams and was worried about my NEBOSH course Phil kept it simple and ensured I was ready for the exams.

Phil’s knowledge and experience is an asset when he delivers his training and was very helpful. Couldn’t recommend Phil enough as a tutor.

I got to know Phil over the course of the 2 week Nebosh course. Superb delivery of course material with a great mix of personal experience which opened my eyes to many different aspects of H&S and I would highly recommend anyone who is thinking of going for this qualification to engage with Phil and get it done! 

To further my health & safety career I decided to undergo my NEBOSH General Certificate with Phil. Douglas.

The course was interesting to follow and the way Phil trains is highly recommended. At first it was daunting, a lot of information to consider during the 2 week course, but Phil created a relaxing training environment and a homework question set for revision, this was the key to revising each day and remembering! The revision kit was easy to understand and anything I was unsure of I spoke to Phil who explained it in a different way until I understood. I would highly Recommend this course to everybody, not just to people who want a safety career. I believe the more people who attend Phil's NEBOSH course the more they will understand the reasoning and importance to why health and safety is everybody’s responsibility. I would like to say a massive thank you to Phil for training me and getting me through the course!

I look forward to attending more of the training courses from Oracle Safety Associates Limited, I’m sure we shall meet soon enough. All - Get booking! Don’t waste anymore time

Choosing the correct provider for a professional course is perhaps the most important step you can take.

After searching for a training provider and speaking with many Companies about completing the NEBOSH General Certificate I came across Phil and the team at Oracle Safety Associates Ltd. 

We undertook our NEBOSH training with Oracle Safety, having taken the time to identify the top NEBOSH training providers in the country before making our choice.

Just a line to say how well your course (Fire Risk Assessment) went. It was delivered in plain English, the supporting literature was excellent and the delivery was at a comfortable pace considering the amount of work we got through. I would also like to thank you for making a 'dry' subject enjoyable.

“Can’t thank Oracle Training Associates enough - I have now gained my NEBOSH Fire and Risk Management qualification, and am delighted ! 

Right from the start of my NGC I knew that this is the career I wanted and being on this course with Phil just confirmed it....I passed with a credit and immediately booked up my NEBOSH Fire certificate, which I also passed with a credit.

Phils' unique style of teaching really made a difference.

Just like to say a big Thank you to Phil for helping me with my study of NGC 1 2 and 3 and, being patient with my endless questioning.

I enrolled on the Nebosh general certificate course with oracle safety associates in November 2013. Prior to commencing  on this  course I did not know anything about health and safety, however after two weeks of  excellent and outstanding teaching and coaching by PHIL  I was conversant with the principles of H&S and associated legislation and its application in various settings.

I found the learning aids and examples provided as well as the homework very engaging and helpful in my grasping of the subject. Phil went above and beyond to assist with extra study material and pieces of legislation to ensure my learning experience was as close as possible to mirroring a health and safety practitioner.

One tip I have is, if you Follow Phil’s approach to learning and work hard on your homework you will definitely pass because I passed with Distinction.

The venue is second to none and the food is excellent. I went back in March 2015 for the fire certificate and I passed with credit.

I can safely AWARD 10/10 to oracle safety associates for health and safety training.

Probably one of the best learning environments I have been in…

Phil, having now completed my Nebosh fire certificate along with the NGC 1-3 exams, I cannot thank you enough for all your help in getting me through and certified by having an interesting and very informative method of teaching along with good humour that has all the students on the course discussing answers to different topics making sure that everyone understands what they need to know before moving on and all delivered in great style. 

I’ve recently completed the Nebosh Fire Certificate with Phil having passed my Nebosh National General Certificate earlier in the year.  I can say that I found Phil’s course to be interesting, informative and most importantly up to date with the current Nebosh Syllabus.  

I would not hesitate to recommend Oracle Safety Associates Ltd to colleagues or friends.

Thanks Phil, I am also surprised that I have managed to pass this without re-sit as the English is not my first language. 

Hi Phil, just a belated thanks from myself. 

Hi Phil, Firstly thanks for the course. In a strange way I really enjoyed it: your teaching, fellow students and the location and even the hard slog of such a heavy workload. 

Hi Phil, Just wanted to thank you and also say how much I enjoyed doing the NEBOSH; it was brilliant! I really enjoyed myself. 

Hi Phil, Thank you very much for the letter. Once again to let you know, I really enjoyed the course. Now looking forward to the fire risk assessment practical.

I would like to thank you for the last three weeks. I have learnt a great deal and feel prepared to tackle my future projects using the knowledge you have imparted.

Dear Phil, Thank you for all of your help, I found the course thoroughly enjoyable and very useful for my work. 

It was great to meet you. I had a great experience in Europe. 

Hi Phil, A testimonial for you (and the green woodpecker?). Having sat through various health and safety courses in my career, I can certainly say that this was the most informative that I have attended. 

I just wanted to say a big thank you for getting me through NEBOSH National General Certificate. 

The results are in and I am so pleased and relieved to have passed! I was quite nervous having not done an exam in 14 years! 

The Hall is an excellent venue - good sized and quiet rooms; with the grounds allowing fresh air and somewhere to stretch your legs in peaceful surroundings. 

Once again I have to say that although it was an intense two weeks. It was very well conducted and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Thank you again for your all the effort and knowledge that goes in to producing such an enjoyable course!

I would just Like to thank you for the course, it has opened my eyes in many different areas and will be of use for many years to come. 

Phil, Thanks for putting on a super course which I thoroughly enjoyed, pity it was so close to me going on holiday to give it my fullest attention, especially FC1 as my concentration just went into holiday mode.  

Hello Phil, I would just like to thank you most sincerely for the recent FC1 & 2 course I attended with Oracle Safety Associates Ltd.

Hi Phil, Many thanks for all your hard work in helping us to achive our goals. Coming from a non H&S background I found your course a great inspiration to the industry and made me look at things in new ways. 

Hi Phil, I would just like to say 'what a great course'! I am an advanced instructor myself and thought the instruction and general conduct of the course was excellent. I will have no problem with pointing future NEBOSH friends in your direction. 

Philip, Firstly I would like to show my appreciation & say that last week’s course was thoroughly enjoyable & I thought that your delivery of the course was spot on!

I was a firefighter for 20 years and still learned an incredible amount on this course.  I searched for the most successful pass rate NEBOSH instructor and here he is. The course was intense but Phil’s methods of instruction accommodated us all and this course covered a lot.  His experience in the field through previous employment was a useful addition.

I really enjoyed the course, thank you. The best thing would be for me, that I passed it!!!

Having previously undertaken my NGC in Occupational Health and Safety with Oracle Safety under the expert tuition and guidance of Phil Douglas when it came round to taking my Nebosh Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management it was a "no brainer" to return to Oracle Safety. 

I have attended many courses during my working career. A host of challenges and differing styles of teaching have been experienced during this time. I have to say Phil’s knowledge of the subject and methodology in delivering it is second to none. I have no reservation recommending Phil. 

Hi Phil, Many thanks for your time, effort and support in guiding me/us through the recent Nebosh courses.

I achieved credits in both the general certificate and the fire safety certificate.

 “A very well run NEBOSH Fire Certificate course which covers the basics and gives a good grounding for moving on to other things.  

Phil is very knowledgeable and has an easy presentation style, giving good examples from a variety of disciplines to illustrate his points.  

The course can be quite intensive for beginners but so long as you do your homework, you cant go wrong. Interaction within the classroom is encouraged, so all can benefit from the experience of others.  

The location of the course is excellent, conducive to learning and gives opportunities for quiet reflection when required.  I would use Oracle again”

The course was great thanks, very professional the tips and homework was very useful. I don't have any negative points. I've completed around £25,000 worth of courses over the last couple of years and I can say you’re definitely one of the best. Also engaging with class was a strong point, and knowing your subject.

I will be recommending my friends that I know who want to do the course to get in touch with yourself. At some point I will be doing the fire, oil and gas, and the diploma I'll be in touch to hopefully arrange that with you. 

Having not studied for nearly 30 years I was a little apprehensive when I self funded my NGC.

I was apprehensive about the content of NEBOSH and if I’m honest I had been avoiding the course for two years until I couldn’t hide any longer.  I arrived on the Monday thinking “oh gosh two weeks of health and safety, how will I cope” but then the trainer introduced himself to us and suddenly I felt better because he had come from industry so knew what he was talking about. 

“Many of us walked into that room with fear, some of us not having any experience and having seen the size of the text book we were issued! But after the first class we realised we were in good hands! Phil Douglas gets the information across to you in a manner that makes sense, is interesting, you genuinely feel you've learned and understood the work, and the classes were fun!  . . . I know I’ve passed my exams . . . no doubt about that!”

I have recently attended a course with Oracle Safety, the NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety, and have come away from the course buzzing! I have always been told that Health and Safety can be a rather dry subject to learn and be rather intense.

What I found, training with Oracle, could not be further from the truth. Phil Douglas is clearly an expert in his field and understands how to get the message across in a clear and concise way, breaking the lessons up with real life "at the coalface" anecdotes and stories. 

His use of aids, discussion and examples means that you can quickly absorb what you need to know.  

The venue, at Holmewood Hall,  is fantastic and really does aid the learning atmosphere.

I am confident that my experience with Oracle has provided me with the right tools not only to gain my NEBOSH certification but ensure I can go back to my workplace and implement what I have learnt. I cannot recommend Oracle highly enough.....I am already booked on my next course. 

Just finished my NEBOSH General Certificate with Oracle Safety Associates, Phil Douglas. I was absolutely astounded by the level of knowledge that Phil possessed. Articulate, concise and extremely informative throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the course and would highly recommend it.  

A quick email regarding my experience on the Oracle Safety NEBOSH National General Certificate course:

I found the course very informative and learnt a great deal.

This is just a message of thanks to Phil and the team for the NEBOSH training given this has lead to career development and now I have landed a new role in New Zealand as a Health and Safety Adviser.

Cheers guys for all the support, assistance, guideance and of course the training. Paul Lee - NZ here I come.

How you managed to keep the whole class interested for the two weeks is testimony to your providing a good informative course with feedback, discussion and often a fun approach, which made even some of the less interesting topics easier to study.

I was very nervous about signing up for the NEBOSH Fire Certificate where the course would start on Monday and I would sit the exam Friday morning, having completed my general certificate on day release several years earlier.  I rang Phil and explained how I felt; he took the time to put my mind at ease and made me believe I could do it, so I signed up. 

The Defence Diving Standards team is employed by the MOD to regulate and provide assurance to the 2nd PUS that military diving is conducted safely and in accordance with the HSE Diving at work Regulations 1997.

As MD of Oracle, Phil has developed a highly effective method of teaching the NEBOSH General Certificate course which enabled me to achieve a pass with distinction. NEBOSH is not easy but Phil makes it as accessible as possible and works closely with his students to get the best results.

As a Director of Concept Mouldings at the time I approached Phil to help enhance our company's understanding and qualifications with regards to Health and Safety management. We ended up doing both the NGC 1 NGC 2 and Fire Safety courses with Oracle Safety and both were a complete success.

Phil's in depth knowledge and experience are second to none and his training methods are probably the best I have come across. I would not hesitate at all in using Oracle Safety again in the future or recommending them for the services they provide.

For any person who has the opportunity of reading this endorsement and recommendation. I joined Phil Douglas in June 2008 to receive tuition for the NEBOSH General Certificate. Prior to making the decision to re train and re educate myself into the health and safety sector I was a fire fighter in the London Fire Service and quite institutionalised and apprehensive about putting myself through the brain pain of studying again. I spoke with Phil on several occasions prior to making that commitment. He made me feel comfortable and confident about returning to the class room. Phil's style of tuition was relaxed though direct, it was fun and pleasant to be back in the class room. Everyone was treated as an equal regardless of their ability or back ground. I do know that all 12 students on that course passed the exam. So what I will say is that if you are nervous or unsure, speak with Phil who will give you that confidence for you to make that commitment. It is a very good course and a great place to learn it. 4 years on I have continued with my studies and achieved many high grade academic studies, now in my last year of achieving my MSc degree in OHSM & Risk management. 

Good luck to you all.

I have seen a lot of benefit since the training, it has helped me to better understand why I want to do things and also to explain more clearly what we need to do. It has had a very positive effect on me.

I would recommend Oracle wholeheartedly if you want to achieve a NEBOSH qualification. The courses are enjoyable and focussed. The surroundings lend themselves perfectly to achieving all the learning outcomes.

Phil Douglas’ teaching style is perfectly matched to the (necessary) intense timeframe of each course. The provision of ‘Phil’s Tip’ and your own input are the key to not just passing, but passing in style.

"This is the second course I have attended with Phil through Oracle Safety Associates, after attending the first 'NEBOSH Gen Cert' I knew that I would walk away at the end of the course with a new skill set and a qualification to match.  Phil was all about getting the right knowledge passed over so you would pass the exam and have the tools to carry this knowledge back into the workplace.  All this and Oracle Safety were the best value trainer I could find!   A win, win for me.

"Great course - managed to make what could be a dull course very interesting and easy to learn. Phil is a really great guy that makes things easy to understand and apply" I would definitely recommend.

"Excellent course - good mix of media to keep interest and improve learning. Hard work but very rewarding"

"Phil was very good at guiding and influencing the students in a very positive manner. Contents of the course were well explained and the contents clarified". Everything was carried out to a high standard. Everyone was kept well positively motivated".

Phil has been a very valued client of ours for several years now and I have finally attended one of his courses, to see the experience firsthand. Phil style of training is very intence (due to the subject matter) but he still makes it enjoyable and fun, whilst putting practical examples to assist in our comprehension. You learn much more than you realise. He also reasures his candidates and is there for any assistance that is needed, so that you go into exams with confidence. 

Phil is a very reliable and trustworthy in the field of health and Safety. I attended his lectures and found it second to none when it come to his approach to teaching the course. 

It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation of Philip Douglas. Whilst attending Phil’s courses he has been nothing less than stellar, Phil has also become a friend and a support to many of us. Phil always is a pleasure to work with, and I would have no hesitation in recommending his services, as he operates to a very high degree of integrity.

Phil is a true professional when it comes to teaching Health and Safety. He is able to keep the subject matter flowing and makes a hard subject easy to learn. I have recommended him to others looking to take their NGC1 and 2 and have sent employees myself to go on his course. Which is a true reflection of what I believe he has to offer as a trainer. All round excellent course and materials.

Phil is a credit to his business and a valuable assett to any company requiring an expert in the field of Health Safety and Environmental Management. He is one of the very few I have witnessed as being able to captivate his audience. Don't hire a cheaper option it's not cost effective when the results are poor.

Phil is a detailed person, an expert in his field and a very good trainer. My experience with him during the two weeks course for the National General Certificate Course in Occupational Health and Safety was empowering. 

I have used Phil at Oracle Safety Associates to deliver Managing Safely as well as short courses manual handling, electrical safety, DSE as well as recommending him to colleagues wishing to attend the NEBOSH - all with excellent results regardless of prior knowledge. He is flexible and has amazing in depth experience which is put to good use on training. He also keeps himself up to date with current trends and changes in H&S and always updates his presentations accordingly. I cannot recommend him highly enough. 

"When it comes to NEBOSH, IOSH or in-house training subjects such as Permits, Phil Douglas is exceptionally good and always strives to add value, and the work he has done has contributed to changing safety culture at British Sugar."

"Phil Douglas and Oracle safety were the chose providers for the NEBOSH national general certificate run on behalf of British Sugar. I attended the two week course with a number of ex colleagues and found that the style of delivery and practical knowledge ensured that we all had the best chance of achieving the desired outcome. I subsequently attended the NEBOSH certificate in fire safety and risk management also run by Phil. I achieved a Distinction in both these certificates. I would not hesitate to use Oracle Safety in the future."

"Phil Douglas and i first met on a train returning from the Tengiz Oil and Gas fields to Atyrau in Kazakhstan. I think at the time we were the only two expats on the train and naturally got talking to each other. We found out that we had two things in common; the first was a coal mining background in the early days and a big interest in Safety. Phil then told me about his company and then invited me to sit a NEBOSH course with him. My background now is Electrical Engineering Oil and Gas so i thought this would be a very good qualification to hold. I attended Phil's NEBOSH 2 week intensive course in 2005 and found his coursework to be extremely easy to understand and remember for the written examinations which had to be taken after the coursework. Phil has a great teaching skill and methodology which makes it easy to interact with him and other students on the course making learning so much easier. Another attribute is that you can contact Phil around the clock to seek his advice in Safety matters. I have had no hesitation in recommending Phil's NEBOSH course to others. At this moment in time I work in Far East Russia on the Sakhalin Phase 2 project with Shell I have passed Phil's recommendations and details to the projects assets safety personnel with regard to sending Russian students to the UK to participate on his NEBOSH International course. At the time of writing, this is in progress. With any regard to the subject of Safety then Phil and Oracle Safety Associates are National and International leaders in their field. John Law"

"I undertook my NEBOSH General Certificate with Phil Douglas in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia and was very impressed with the quality of the training delivered. In addition to his excellent knowledge of health and safety Phil showed he has the skills to work with a multinational class of students. I would have no hesitation in undergoing further training with Phil and would recommend him to any organisation or individual looking for an experienced and capable health & safety trainer."

"Having worked with Phil Douglas for a number of years throughout my career, I have attended numerous training courses run by Phil which I found extremely professional, knowledgeable and interesting. Now that I am an FM, Phil has run a number of courses for me. Phil has been a great support to me over the years offering advice and expertise in H&S. I am also sure it is down to Phil's wide knowledge and expertise in Health & Safety that got me through my NEBOSH certificate!"

"Phil Douglas tutored me and hosted my training for the NEBOSH National General Certificate. His training methods and delivery were first rate and an inspiration. The course was thorough, well planned and expertly executed. I have since called on Phil for advice on a few occasions and found him extremely helpful. I look forward to using his services again in the future."

"I was fortunate enough to successfully complete my NGC (NEBOSH) with Phil Douglas, his teaching methods are concise and highly effective, in combination with his extensive knowledge of the legislation and the NEBOSH examination system it was time and money exceptionally well spent. I have and will continue to recommend Phil as my first choice for off the shelf or bespoke occupational health and safety management training. Excellent from start to finish."

"Phil Douglas is certainly without any doubt the best Tutor I had. Not only did he present the NEBOSH General Certificate course in a very knowledgeable way, but also became a close friend and source of valuable information afterwards which helps me tremendously doing my work more efficiently. He's always been so helpful and his advice is just a call or e-mail away. I would strongly recommend Phil's services!"

Thank you very much. I've learned more deeper on H&S practices and legislations. It's good and better than our country's, will do my best to practice it on my work. Might also get you to conduct NEBOSH trainings for the Filipino safety engineers bound to Middle East.