Welcome to Our Case Studies
When a learner achieves a NEBOSH qualification they gain skills, knowledge and competence. This can be massively beneficial for them personally and for their employer too.
We have compiled a series of case studies which demonstrate how other learners and employers have benefited after their NEBOSH success.
You can search through the case studies for keywords or filter by qualification and industry:
From the Army to environmental management: A Best Candidate’s career journey
9 Sep 2026
Steve Meagre | British Army
With over 23 years of experience in the British Army, Steve Meagre's career has been built on leadership, risk management, and continuous development. In this interview, he reflects on attaining WO1 rank, becoming a 2026 NEBOSH Best Candidate, and preparing for life beyond military service.
Qualifications:
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- Environmental Management Certificate
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“Health and Safety is deeply embedded in military life, even if we don’t always label it as such”
3 Aug 2026
Dan Maden | OCU Group
This case study has been created in collaboration with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP), which supported Dan during his move from the Royal Navy into civilian employment. CTP asked Dan a series of questions about his Service career, his transition experience and his move into a health and safety role, and Dan kindly agreed to share his story.
Qualifications:
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
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“At its heart, safety is about people. Everyone deserves to return home safely at the end of the day, and NEBOSH gave me tools that help me contribute towards that goal.”
27 Jul 2026
Daniel Penfold | Tarmac
We recently spoke with Daniel who spent 22 years working for the Royal Navy. Now, the Marine Fleet Manager at Tarmac, he tells us about his transition from the Royal Navy into a civilian career in marine engineering, underpinned by health and safety.
Qualifications:
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management
- Certificate in Environmental Management
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“NEBOSH has given me both the technical knowledge and the confidence to challenge, improve, and support safe systems of work across the business”
10 Apr 2026
Thomas Millis | Health and Safety Officer
We recently spoke with Thomas Millis. Thomas spent 10 years in the British Army, serving with the Royal Military Police. Now, a Health and Safety Officer, we asked Thomas how he found his transition from the Army to a career in Health and Safety.
Qualifications:
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
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Making the safe way the easy way: A career built on what really matters
12 Jan 2026
Ian Stacey | Dechra
Ian Stacey, Global Head of Health and Safety at Dechra. In this interview he explains why he champions clear expectations, real world controls and human centred leadership and explains the benefits that follow adopting this approach to health and safety.
Qualifications:
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
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“My NEBOSH qualifications have provided both credibility and confidence throughout my transition”
19 Nov 2025
Richard Kear | Pilgrim’s Europe
We recently got chatting with Richard Kear about his experience of transitioning from a career in the forces to a civilian role in health and safety. In this case study, Richard tells us about his career journey from Royal Air Force to HSE Manager.
Qualifications:
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- Certificate in Environmental Management
- NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals
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