IOSH Managing Safely Course Information
Benefits of the course
Benefits of IOSH Managing Safely
Benefits for Individuals
- Helps you understand your responsibilities for health and safety
- Internationally recognised and respected qualification to add to your CV
- Shows employers you can assess and manage risk and hazards.
Benefits from employers
- Gives you assurance that managers have a knowledge of health, safety and risk in the workplace
- Increases staff productivity and attendance
- Demonstrates your commitment to excellent health and safety standards to stakeholders.
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 Managing 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 Managing 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.
What's the outcome?
Be awarded a Managing Safely certificate from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), the world’s largest health and safety membership organisation
This certificate offers a distinct advantage to anyone holding or seeking a managerial or supervisory position.
Course information
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.
Modules
The course is arranged into seven modules
- Introducing managing safely
- Understanding your responsibilities
- Identifying hazards
- Assessing risks
- Controlling risks
- Investigating accidents and incidents
- Measuring performance.
Assessments and results
Assessments
Regardless of your chosen route of study, you will have the option to complete all your assessments online - receiving instant results and feedback. We are the only organisation that offers this innovative approach to your studies.
To achieve your IOSH Managing safely certificate you must complete two assessments:
- An online 30 multi-format questionnaire.
- A work-based risk assessment task. We will provide you with a workplace scenarios to base your assessment on. So, if you are working at home or have no access to a workplace, we can help you turn the knowledge you have learned and apply it in a practical working environment
Whether you are studying digital, virtual classroom or in a physical classroom, you will have the option to complete online at no extra cost.
Results
- You will receive your results instantly when completing your assessments online.
- You will receive your certificate parchment within 8 weeks of the successful completion of your online assessment.
Professional recognition
Course level
IOSH Managing Safely is a level 2 course. Whilst no prior knowledge of health and safety is required, it is recommended that students have a good standard of English.
Professional recognition
Certificate from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for Managing Safely.
Learning progression - what's next?
Once completed, our students often continue their studies by completing a NEBOSH National General Certificate or Foundation in IEMA, or sometimes broadening their knowledge with our shorter courses, such as BSC 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.
Related Training
IOSH Working Safely
IOSH Working Safely covers the essentials of health and safety in the workplace. Prices start at £99.
NEBOSH National General Certificate
The most popular health and safety qualification in the UK, essential for anyone wanting a successful career in HSE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you have any queries, please contact our Education Team.
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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.
The 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 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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