IOSH Managing Safely Refresher
The IOSH Managing Safely® Refresher course is designed for managers who have previously completed the full IOSH Managing Safely® qualification. It provides a structured review of key principles, ensuring knowledge remains current and practical.
This refresher programme reinforces core health and safety concepts and helps managers maintain confidence in applying them within their organisations.
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Duration
6-8 hours
Entry Requirements
3+ years from completing IOSH Managing Safely training
Learning options:
IOSH Managing Safely Refresher Explained
Although the IOSH Managing Safely® certificate does not have a formal expiry date, IOSH recommends that learners update their knowledge every three years. This ensures managers remain aligned with evolving legislation, best practice guidance and organisational expectations.
The refresher course revisits essential topics from the original qualification, including risk management, legal responsibilities and safety leadership. It helps managers strengthen their understanding of how to effectively plan, implement and monitor health and safety systems within the workplace.
Flexible learning options are available, including classroom, virtual and online delivery. The online version allows learners to study at their own pace while covering the same core content as face-to-face training.
The IOSH Managing Safely® Refresher is the ideal next step for managers who want to maintain their competence, demonstrate continued professional development and contribute to a safe and compliant working environment.
Course Overview
Units
Module 1
Reviewing Key Concepts
Module 2
Leadership and Accountability
Module 3
Plan
Module 4
Do
Module 5
Check
Module 6
Act
Assessments
The IOSH Managing Safely® Refresher is assessed through:
A short multiple-choice examination
21 questions
30-minute time limit
Course Length
Online Learning
Approximately 6–8 hours of study
Access typically available for 6 months
Classroom / Virtual Delivery
1 day
frequently asked Questions
FAQs
Why Should I Take the IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
The refresher course enables managers to revisit essential topics such as the Plan–Do–Check–Act model, risk control strategies and legal responsibilities. It ensures knowledge remains up to date and strengthens confidence in applying safety management principles.
Regularly updating your training demonstrates a proactive approach to maintaining professional standards.
How Will the Refresher Benefit My Business?
By ensuring managers maintain current health and safety knowledge, organisations can:
Reinforce a positive safety culture
Reduce the likelihood of incidents
Maintain compliance with legal obligations
Demonstrate commitment to continual improvement
Refreshed knowledge supports consistent safety performance across teams.
Does IOSH Managing Safely Expire?
The IOSH Managing Safely® certificate does not formally expire. However, IOSH strongly recommends completing the Refresher course every three years to keep knowledge aligned with current regulations and best practices.
How Is the IOSH Managing Safely Refresher Assessed?
The course is assessed through a 30-minute multiple-choice test consisting of 21 questions. Once results are confirmed, learners can access their digital certificate through the IOSH system.
Whats The Best Way For My Staff To Learn?
Dependent on staff availability, location, budget and your company needs, choose from the options:
- Online - Our interactive and multimedia rich courses for staff to fit in around their commitments
- Classroom - Expert tutor-led delivery, hosted in a professional training environment across 6-sites within the UK. Alternatively Classroom training can be delivered On-Site at your premises for multiple learners.
- Virtual - The Virtual Learning Academy is the most modern approach to delivering live-online training without the need to travel
Workplace Training
IOSH Managing Safely Refresher for Your Workforce
Develop your people for a better organisation
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the IOSH Managing Safely Refresher qualification you will be able to contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Our training has been tried and tested by 100,000 health and safety professionals. We offer a range of learning options including virtual classroom, online and on-site classroom courses delivered at a premises and on a day of your choice.
Benefits Of Staff Training At Your Organisation
Cost and time saving benefits for larger number of staff.
Your own dedicated account manager to organise all aspects of your training.
Relevant training for your staff can be tailored to company requests.
Choice and convenience of training delivery options to suit your staff
CONSULTATION SERVICE
Helping You To Train Your Staff
Independent and practical consultancy support provided by our Chartered Health and Safety, and Environmental practitioners.
