Professional Learning and Qualifications
IOSH Managing Safely
Campus OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus
Qualification No Qualification
Study mode Open learning
Start date
Oct 2026
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Course overview
The IOSH Managing Safely course is designed for managers, supervisors and team leaders who are responsible for health and safety in the workplace. It provides a practical understanding of key health and safety principles and helps learners recognise and manage workplace risks effectively.
During the course, you will cover topics such as risk assessment, hazard identification, incident investigation and health and safety responsibilities. The training focuses on real workplace situations, making it relevant across a wide range of industries.
On successful completion, learners will gain the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate, a widely recognised qualification that demonstrates a commitment to maintaining safe and healthy working environments.
Who Is It For?
- Managers and supervisors
- Team leaders
- Business owners
- Anyone responsible for workplace health and safety
What you will learn
- Understanding managers' responsibilities for health and safety
- Identifying hazards and assessing workplace risks
- Investigating incidents and learning from accidents
- Measuring and improving health and safety performance
- Controlling common workplace hazards
- Protecting the environment through responsible practices
Key Topics
- Health and safety responsibilities
- Risk assessment
- Hazard awareness and control
- Incident investigation
- Measuring health and safety performance
- Environmental awareness
How the course is assessed
The IOSH Managing Safely course is assessed through:
- A short multiple-choice assessment at the end of the course, designed to test understanding of the key topics covered.
- A practical workplace risk assessment project, where learners identify hazards, assess risks and recommend suitable control measures within their own workplace or a realistic work environment.
Learners who successfully complete both assessments will receive the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate.
This assessment approach focuses on practical application, ensuring learners can apply their knowledge to improve workplace health and safety.
Number of days per week
- One day per week (Tuesday) over 4 weeks, from 8.45 AM to 4.30 PM.
- You are expected to attend all sessions to successfully complete the course and assessments.
- The course dates are 25 August, 1, 8 and 15 September.
Entry requirements
- Before joining the course, you will meet with the tutor to discuss the course content, expectations and assessment requirements. This provides an opportunity for both you and the tutor to ask questions, ensure the course is the right fit, and establish clear expectations from the outset.
- Other than the interview, there are no formal entry requirements. However, you should have a good standard of written and spoken English to participate fully in the training and complete the assessments.
- The course is suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders, and anyone responsible for managing health and safety within their organisation. No previous health and safety qualifications or experience are required.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
To achieve the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate, learners must successfully complete:
- A short multiple-choice assessment, completed at the end of the course.
- A practical risk assessment project, where learners identify hazards and recommend control measures in a workplace setting.
Both assessments are designed to test learners' understanding of the course content and their ability to apply health and safety principles in practice.
English Proficiency Requirements
You should have a good standard of written and spoken English.Progression and Articulation Routes
- You may progress to the NEBOSH Award or Certificate qualifications. It can support career development and provide a foundation for further study in health and safety.
Career options
- This qualification can help you develop your management skills and take on greater responsibility for health and safety within your organisation.
- You may wish to consider a career in specialist health and safety training, such as risk assessment, fire safety, or environmental management.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|
| OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus | Open learning | 22/10/26 | 27/10/26 |
