IOSH Managing Safely FAQs

IOSH Managing Safely training is for those with significant health and safety responsibility within an organisation. It is the industry standard course.

IOSH is the Institution of Occupational Safety, the chartered body for health and safety. An IOSH qualification is a highly regarded accreditation.

A Level 1 health and safety course equips learners with the knowledge to identify hazards and to put measures in place to reduce risks.

Level 2 workplace health and safety enables employees to identify and mitigate a wide range of workplace hazards including manual handling, ergonomics, working at height and more. Our Health and Safety Awareness course is suitable for employees, managers and business owners.

Level 4 health and safety training is a comprehensive course covering legislation, risk assessment and management, incident investigating, health and safety management systems, emergency planning and response, and much more. Our Health and Safety Awareness course is suitable for those with significant health and safety responsibilities in their organisation.

Most health and safety training can be completed online at an employer and employee’s convenience. Some training must be undertaken alongside practical face-to-face training, for example, First Aid.

Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe working environment. This includes identifying and assessing risks, implementing appropriate control measures, providing adequate training and resources, updating policies and procedures and promoting a culture of safety within the organisation.

Reports to the HSE can either be made online via telephone (0845 300 9923). Reports must only be made for reportable incidents or injuries.

Under RIDDOR, it is the employer, self-employed people or the ‘Responsible Person’ which are required to report serious workplace accidents, diseases and dangerous occurrences.

The IOSH Managing Safely certificate does not expire, but it is recommended to take a refresher course every three years to stay updated on best practices and legislative changes.

Some employers may require periodic updates to ensure ongoing competence in health and safety management.

IOSH Managing Safely is equivalent to a Level 2 qualification in health and safety. It provides a foundational understanding of managing health and safety responsibilities, making it suitable for managers, supervisors, and team leaders across a broad range of industries.

The IOSH Managing Safely course takes around 22-24 hours to complete, which can be delivered over three to four days in a classroom setting or through a flexible eLearning format.

The pass mark for the IOSH Managing Safely exam is 36 out of 60 for the multiple-choice assessment and at least 23 out of 38 for the practical project.

IOSH Managing Safely is a comprehensive course for managers and supervisors who want to enhance their understanding of workplace health and safety. The course provides valuable knowledge on risk assessment and hazard control, providing participants with the skills and knowledge to create safer working environments and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

It also builds confidence in managing safety responsibilities and is a globally recognised certification, making it a valuable addition to any CV.