IOSH Working Safely Course Information
Benefits of the course
Benefits of IOSH Working Safely
Benefits for Individuals
- Teaches you to identify and manage risks and hazards in the workplace, providing a strong foundation for the rest of your career
- An essential course for those looking to begin their H&S career journey
- Helps individuals understand their safety responsibilities in keeping themselves and others safe at work.
Benefits for employers
- Improved organisation-wide safety awareness culture
- Enhanced reputation within the supply chain
- Improve the safety culture within your organisation
Why choose British Safety Council
World Class Experience
We are one of the top global leaders in health, safety, wellbeing and environment training. We pride ourselves on creating a positive learning experience for all our students. With expert trainers, exceptional pass rates and innovative, engaging materials, it is no wonder our students rate us as excellent. IOSH Working Safely students studying with us can complete their assessment online with immediate results.
Exceptional Study Support
Throughout your studies, you will receive continuous support from our team.
Students get free access to all our excellent online interactive digital learning resources and Study Support Hub, with additional resources, tutor guidance and forums to talk with tutors and other learners. From the very start of your studies, our expert tutors are committed to guiding you through your qualification, providing supportive learning and application of your knowledge in real-world scenarios, enabling you to confidently achieve your qualification.
Why we care
You will be joining our large cohort of students who have successfully completed their professional development with the us. You will also be supporting our global charitable activities in our dedication to making sure no-one is injured or made ill through their work.
Pass promise
We are so confident in our IOSH Working Course, that we are offering you a pass promise. In the unlikely event you don’t pass first time, we will continue to support you, provide access to our digital resources and free tutor support to help you prepare for your next exams.
Students studying with us also benefit from:
- Market leading pass rates
- Unique study support Hub
- Pass Promise
- Free exam prep sessions
- Free tutor surgeries
- Flexible learning methods
- Online assessment with immediate results - unique to the British Safety Council
- Flexible finance options.
Course requirements
There are no entry requirements for this certificate, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the course.
Course overview
The course is divided into four modules:
- Introducing working safely
- Defining hazard and risk
- Identifying common hazards
- Improving safety performance.
Assessment
Regardless of your chosen route of study, you will have the option to complete your assessment on line, whereby you will receive instant results and feedback.
To achieve your IOSH Working Safely certificate you must complete one assessment:
- An online 30 multi-format questionnaire with hazard spotting exercises.
Results and Certificates
- You will receive your results instantly when completing your assessment on line.
Professional recognition
Certificate from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for Working Safely.
Learning progression: What’s next?
Once completed, our students often continue their studies by completing a IOSH Managing Safely, a NEBOSH National General Certificate or sometimes broadening their knowledge with our shorter courses, such as British Safety Council Risk Assessments.
Learner’s Agreement
British Safety Council will:
- Use suitably qualified and experienced tutors to deliver the tuition
- Cover all the specification learning outcomes
- Provide or direct you to the information you need to pass the qualification
- Provide you with expert advice on revision and examination technique
- Respond in a timely manner to any queries
- Be diligent and courteous at all times
You must:
- Attend all scheduled sessions
- Contribute to group discussions in a positive manner
- Endeavour to be active, rather than passive in terms of learning
- Complete the required number of revision hours
- Pay particular attention to advice regarding revision and examination technique
- Bring any learning difficulties to our attention at the earliest opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you have any queries, please contact our Education Team.
If you wish to provide feedback regarding the service provided by your tutor or our Education Team, please contact our Customer Service Team.
Q: I'm new to IOSH, where would you recommend I start?
A: Finding out which IOSH course is right for you will depend on your job role. If you are a manager, supervisor or team leader, or if you are in any way responsible for the safety of others at work, the IOSH Managing Safely course is recommended.
For other employees and interested parties, IOSH Working Safely provides a manageable overview of safety in the workplace.
Q: What are the differences between IOSH Working Safely and IOSH Managing Safely?
A: The IOSH Working Safely qualification is suitable for all workers and is completed through a one-day course in the classroom or typically takes three hours of online study.
The IOSH Managing Safely course takes place over three days in the classroom, or typically 8 - 12 hours of online study, and is designed for those responsible for the safety and well-being of one or more person in the workplace.
Q: What are the different levels of membership for IOSH certification?
A: There are various ways to gain membership of IOSH. Completing a Diploma-level IOSH course provides membership; you can read more about this on the IOSH membership page. It is also possible to become an Affiliate Member of IOSH without completing a Diploma, through the payment of a fee.
Q: How much does an IOSH course cost?
A: The cost of your IOSH course will vary depending on whether the candidate is applying for the Working Safely or the Managing Safely qualification. It will also depend on where the learner undertakes their training: at a training centre, online, or at your workplace.
Q: Why should I pick British Safety Council to study an IOSH training course?
A: All British Safety Council courses are taught by our highly-trained tutors with extensive industry experience. Students will benefit from the British Safety Council’s 60 years of industry knowledge and first-class customer support.
British Safety Council has excellent training facilities and provides comprehensive course materials and lunch.
Q: When can I start?
A: How quickly you start your IOSH Managing Safely training depends on the method you choose.
Online - you can start your training today. Purchase the course via our website and receive immediate access to the course.
At a training centre - we have courses running throughout the year in Birmingham, Manchester and multiple London locations. View the next date in your area.
In your workplace - speak to an account manager to find the next available date for an experienced trainer to visit you and your colleagues.
Q: How is my IOSH training assessed?
A: The IOSH training courses are assessed in different ways. The IOSH Working Safely course is assessed through multi-format questions as well as a multiple-choice hazard-spotting exercise. The Managing Safely qualification is assessed through questions and an interactive quiz.
Learners will also need to complete a practical exercise based on the operations of a real business.
Q: What study materials do I need for my IOSH courses?
A: You do not need to supply your own study materials for your IOSH course.
Learners doing the online course will be provided with all the necessary information online, while those doing the classroom-based course will be provided with the appropriate learning materials.
Q: Can I study IOSH courses and take the exams online?
A: The IOSH Working Safely and IOSH Managing Safely courses and assessments can be undertaken in the classroom or online.
Q: Why study online with British Safety Council?
A: Our online programme includes interactive exercises, has industry leading pass rates and is available immediately.
Q: How long does an IOSH certificate last for?
A: An IOSH Working Safely or Managing Safely certificate is valid for life.
Q: What happens if I have to re-sit my IOSH assessment?
We will continue to offer you support and access to resources until you pass. We will provide two free attempts on your assessment, thereafter the assessment fees are not included.
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