IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors
The IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors course is designed for senior leaders who hold strategic responsibility for organisational performance, governance and risk.
Board members, executives and directors play a critical role in shaping workplace culture and ensuring effective health and safety management. This course equips leaders with the knowledge and confidence to implement robust risk management strategies and demonstrate visible safety leadership.
Participants gain a clear understanding of both their personal and corporate liabilities, alongside practical guidance on embedding a proactive and positive approach to health and safety throughout their organisation.
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Duration
1 day
Entry Requirements
We're committed to ensuring education is available to all. Without any prerequisites, this program is crafted for people at every stage. We suggest learners have completed the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
Learning options:
Benefits to the Learner and the Organisation
Benefits to Learners
Develop a clear understanding of executive-level health and safety responsibilities
Recognise how health and safety aligns with strategic objectives
Benchmark performance against industry good practice
Define and communicate a strong safety vision
Identify practical steps to improve organisational risk management
Benefits to the Organisation
Strengthen safety culture from the top down
Reduce incidents, absenteeism and associated costs
Embed health and safety into strategic decision-making
Ensure consistent safety leadership across all levels
Enhance credibility with clients, partners and stakeholders
Course Overview
Units
Module 1
The Moral, Legal and Financial Case for Health and Safety
Module 2 – Plan
Developing a structured and effective health and safety strategy
Module 3 – Do
Implementing systems that support operational and business performance
Module 4 – Check
Monitoring, measuring and reviewing safety performance
Module 5 – Act
Driving continual improvement and strengthening outcomes
Assessments
Assessment is completed through a personal commitment statement and action plan developed at the end of the course.
Course Length
Online Learning
Recommended study time: 4 hours
Optional additional reading: approximately 3 hours
6 months access
Virtual Classroom
One-day course delivered via webinar
Live trainer-led sessions combined with digital learning support
Onsite Classroom Training
Delivered by an IOSH-approved trainer
Conducted at a location of your choice
frequently asked Questions
FAQs
What is IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors?
It is a senior-level health and safety qualification designed for individuals with operational or strategic accountability. The course focuses on governance, leadership and risk oversight rather than day-to-day management.
Who Is the Course Suitable For?
This course is appropriate for:
Directors
Board members
Senior leaders
Executives
Chief Executive Officers
Anyone with strategic responsibility for organisational risk
It is suitable across all sectors and organisation sizes.
Are There Any Entry Requirements?
There are no formal prerequisites. However, the course is most beneficial for those currently operating at executive or director level, or those preparing to move into such roles.
How Can the Course Benefit My Organisation?
Embedding health and safety awareness at board level strengthens governance, reduces organisational risk and supports long-term performance. When leadership visibly prioritises safety, it positively influences culture across the entire business.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Learners complete a structured personal commitment and action plan outlining three measurable improvements they will implement within their organisation. This practical assessment ensures real business impact.
What Is IOSH?
IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) is the Chartered body for health and safety professionals. IOSH qualifications are recognised internationally and demonstrate a commitment to high professional standards.
Whether you decide to choose IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications, the key is to ensure that it aligns with your organisation’s size and level of health and safety risk present.
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 Safety for Executives and Directors for Your Workforce
Develop your people for a better organisation
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors 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.
