IOSH Managing Safely
IOSH Managing Safely® is the flagship qualification from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). It is a widely recognised health and safety course designed for individuals with managerial or supervisory responsibilities.
The course provides essential knowledge on identifying workplace hazards, assessing risks and implementing appropriate control measures. It supports managers in developing the confidence and competence required to protect their teams and promote a strong safety culture.
Achieving the IOSH Managing Safely certificate enables managers across all industries to:
Identify and control workplace hazards
Reduce organisational risk exposure
Improve operational efficiency and productivity
Promote a positive health and safety culture
Duration
20-25 hours
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:
IOSH Managing Safely Explained
IOSH Managing Safely is often considered the ideal starting point for managers who are new to health and safety responsibilities. The course delivers practical, transferable skills that apply across all industries.
Developed by IOSH — a globally chartered professional body for health and safety — the qualification is internationally respected and promotes high standards of workplace safety management.
Some providers also include an additional Human Factors module, which explores how behaviour, culture, motivation and risk perception influence workplace safety performance.
Course Overview
Units
Module 1
Introducing Managing Safely
Module 2
Assessing Risks
Module 3
Controlling Risks
Module 4
Understanding Responsibilities
Module 5
Identifying Common Hazards
Module 6
Investigating Accidents and Incidents
Module 7
Measuring Performance
Assessments
The IOSH Managing Safely® qualification is assessed in two parts:
1. Multiple-Choice Examination
30 questions
60 marks available
Pass mark: 36 out of 60 (60%)
Typically completed within 45 minutes
2. Practical Risk Assessment
Learners must complete a workplace-based risk assessment, demonstrating how they apply course knowledge in a real-life setting. This must usually be submitted within two weeks of completing the course.
Upon successful completion of both components, learners are awarded the IOSH Managing Safely® certificate.
Course Length
- Classroom / Virtual Classroom / In-House Delivery: 3 days
- Online Learning: Recommended 20–25 hours of study Course access typically provided for 6 months from enrolment Classroom courses generally run during standard business hours.
frequently asked Questions
FAQs
What is IOSH Managing Safely?
IOSH Managing Safely® is an internationally recognised qualification that provides managers with a practical understanding of workplace health and safety. It covers managerial responsibilities, hazard identification, risk assessment and legal compliance.
It is the flagship course from IOSH and is widely respected across industries.
What Are the Benefits of Taking IOSH Managing Safely?
This course helps managers confidently oversee workplace safety and compliance. Benefits include:
Reduced risk of incidents and legal penalties
Improved workforce wellbeing
Stronger organisational safety culture
Demonstrated commitment to health and safety standards
Having IOSH-certified managers supports organisations in meeting their legal duties and maintaining safe working environments.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment includes:
A multiple-choice knowledge test
A practical workplace risk assessment
The knowledge test evaluates understanding of key principles, while the practical assessment measures the ability to apply learning in a real-world context.
What Is the Human Factors Module?
Where offered, the Human Factors module examines how individual behaviours, attitudes and organisational culture influence risk. It explores how personality, communication, motivation and perception can affect safety performance and decision-making.
This additional content provides valuable context for understanding the human side of risk management.
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 for Your Workforce
Develop your people for a better organisation
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the IOSH Managing Safely 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.
