NEBOSH Key Words

Question 1

Analyse

Answer 1

To divide or break down the subject matter or topic into parts, reasons, aspects etc. and to then examine their nature and relationship.

Question 2

Assess

Answer 2

To present judgments of the factors raised, their significance, importance and why they are important and/or significant

Question 3

Comment

Answer 3

To give opinions with justification on an issue or statement by considering the issues relevant to it

Question 4

Consider

Answer 4

To offer some detail about an issue or event and to deliberate about the value of that issue/event

Question 5

Define

Answer 5

To give the meaning of a word, phrase or concept, determine or fix the boundaries or extent of. A relatively short answer, usually one or two sentences, where there is a generally recognized or accepted expression.

Question 6

Demonstrate

Answer 6

To prove or make clear by reasoning or evidence of how some relationship or event has occurred.

Question 7

Describe

Answer 7

To give a detailed written account of the distinctive features of a subject. The account must be factual, without any attempt to explain.

Question 8

Determine

Answer 8

To come to a decision as the result of investigation or reasoning.

Question 9

Distinguish

Answer 9

To present the differences between; to separate into kinds, classes, or categories.

Question 10

Evaluate

Answer 10

To determine the value or character of something by careful appraisal.

Question 11

Explain

Answer 11

To provide an understanding. To make an idea or relationship clear.

Question 12

Give

Answer 12

To provide short, factual answers. Normally, a single word, phrase or sentence will be sufficient.

Question 13

Identify

Answer 13

To give a reference to an item, which could be its name or title.

Question 14

Justify

Answer 14

To prove or show to be valid, sound, or conforming to the fact or reason.

Question 15

Outline

Answer 15

To indicate the principal features or different parts of.