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IOSH Managing Safely Classroom Course

The IOSH Managing Safely course is the most widely recognised health and safety qualification for managers, supervisors and team leaders in the UK. Developed and awarded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), the three-day course gives managers a practical understanding of their health and safety responsibilities, risk assessment techniques and how to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

IOSH Managing Safely is suitable for managers in any industry and is often required or recommended by employers as a condition of management roles. It is the standard management-level health and safety qualification and is widely respected by employers across all sectors. Available as classroom training, online instructor-led and e-learning.

Course Details

  • Duration: 3 days
  • Format: Classroom training
  • Awarding body: IOSH
  • Assessment: Written test and practical risk assessment project
  • Suitable for: Managers, supervisors and team leaders in any sector
  • Prerequisites: No formal health and safety experience required
  • Cost: From £140 + VAT

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What is IOSH Managing Safely?

IOSH Managing Safely is a three-day health and safety qualification developed by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) — the world’s largest professional health and safety membership organisation. The course is designed to give managers and supervisors the knowledge and confidence to manage health and safety within their teams, fulfil their legal responsibilities and contribute to a positive safety culture in the workplace.

It is the most widely recognised management-level health and safety qualification in the UK and is accepted by employers across all industries including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality and office environments.

Who should attend IOSH Managing Safely?

The course is designed for anyone with management or supervisory responsibility for people or operations:

  • Managers and supervisors in any sector or industry
  • Team leaders and forepersons
  • Those responsible for implementing health and safety procedures
  • Professionals returning to work or moving into management roles
  • Those seeking a recognised management-level health and safety qualification

No prior health and safety knowledge is required. Those completely new to health and safety may benefit from completing IOSH Working Safely first. Construction site managers may also consider the SMSTS course, which is specifically designed for construction site management roles.

What does the IOSH Managing Safely course cover?

The course covers the key principles of health and safety management relevant to managers and supervisors:

  • Introducing managing safely — why health and safety matters legally and morally
  • Assessing and managing risk — hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures
  • Understanding your legal responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
  • Identifying common workplace hazards — physical, chemical, biological and ergonomic
  • Investigating accidents and incidents — root cause analysis and prevention
  • Measuring performance — proactive and reactive monitoring techniques
  • Protecting the environment — environmental responsibilities of managers
  • Implementing safe systems of work and permits to work
IOSH Managing Safely assessment and certification

To achieve the IOSH Managing Safely certificate, delegates must successfully complete two assessments:

  • Written test: A multiple-choice and short-answer written assessment completed during the course
  • Practical project: A workplace-based risk assessment project submitted after the course

Successful candidates receive an IOSH Managing Safely certificate issued by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health. The certificate does not expire but IOSH recommends refresher training every three years to keep knowledge current.

Does the IOSH Managing Safely certificate expire?

The IOSH Managing Safely certificate does not have a formal expiry date. However, IOSH recommends that certificate holders refresh their knowledge every three years. The IOSH Managing Safely Refresher course is available in classroom and online formats and allows holders to update their knowledge without repeating the full three-day course.

Entry requirements

There are no formal qualification requirements for IOSH Managing Safely. A good standard of written and spoken English is recommended. If you are completely new to workplace health and safety, the IOSH Working Safely course may be a suitable starting point before progressing to Managing Safely.

What is the difference between IOSH Managing Safely and NEBOSH General Certificate?

IOSH Managing Safely is a three-day course aimed at managers who need a practical understanding of health and safety to fulfil their management responsibilities. The NEBOSH General Certificate is a more in-depth qualification typically spanning several weeks, aimed at those who want to pursue a career in health and safety or take on a dedicated safety role. Many professionals complete IOSH Managing Safely first and progress to NEBOSH as their career develops.

Progression after IOSH Managing Safely

After completing IOSH Managing Safely, many delegates progress to a NEBOSH qualification or a vocational health and safety qualification:

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IOSH Managing Safely classroom courses run at venues across the UK. Find courses in your area:

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IOSH Managing Safely Online Instructor-Led Course

The IOSH Managing Safely online instructor-led course is a live, tutor-led version of the qualification delivered remotely via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. The course follows the same IOSH-approved syllabus as classroom training and leads to the same IOSH Managing Safely certificate.

This is not self-paced e-learning — it is live, interactive training with a qualified IOSH tutor over three days. Delegates can ask questions, interact with the tutor and engage with other participants in real time, exactly as they would in a classroom setting.

Course Details

  • Format: Live online instructor-led training
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Awarding body: IOSH
  • Platform: Zoom or Microsoft Teams
  • Assessment: Online exam and practical risk assessment project
  • Suitable for: Managers, supervisors and team leaders in any sector
  • Equipment needed: PC or laptop with webcam, microphone and stable internet

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What is the IOSH Managing Safely online instructor-led course?

The IOSH Managing Safely online instructor-led course allows managers, supervisors and team leaders to complete IOSH-approved Managing Safely training remotely with a live qualified instructor. Sessions are delivered via video conferencing over three days and follow the same IOSH syllabus as classroom training, leading to the same certificate.

This is not self-paced e-learning — delegates participate in real time, ask questions and engage with the tutor throughout, exactly as they would in a classroom setting.

What does the online course cover?

The online course follows the full IOSH Managing Safely syllabus — the same content as the classroom version:

  • Introducing managing safely — legal and moral responsibilities
  • Assessing and managing risk — hazard identification and control measures
  • Legal responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
  • Identifying common workplace hazards
  • Investigating accidents and incidents
  • Measuring health and safety performance
  • Protecting the environment
  • Implementing safe systems of work
Why choose online instructor-led training?
  • Study remotely from home, office or any suitable location
  • Learn from a live qualified IOSH-approved instructor in real time
  • Avoid travel, accommodation and venue-related costs
  • Same IOSH-approved syllabus as classroom delegates
  • Ask questions and interact with the tutor during live sessions
  • Same IOSH Managing Safely certificate as classroom training
  • Suits busy schedules, remote workers and geographically dispersed teams
Online vs classroom — which should I choose?

Both formats lead to the same IOSH Managing Safely certificate. The right choice depends on your preference, schedule and employer requirements.

Online instructor-led Classroom
Location Home, office or any location Physical venues across the UK
Instructor Live qualified tutor via video call Live tutor in classroom setting
Cost Lower — no travel or accommodation May include travel/accommodation
Certificate Same IOSH Managing Safely certificate Same IOSH Managing Safely certificate
Best for Remote workers and dispersed teams Those preferring face-to-face learning
Assessment and certification
  • Online written assessment: Completed using secure online assessment tools during the course
  • ID verification: Delegates must verify their identity and remain visible on webcam during the assessment
  • Practical project: A workplace-based risk assessment project must be submitted after the course
  • Certificate: Successful delegates receive an IOSH Managing Safely certificate from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
Equipment and technical requirements
  • A PC or laptop with a working webcam and microphone — mobile phones and tablets are not suitable
  • Stable broadband internet connection
  • Zoom or Microsoft Teams installed and working before the course starts
  • A quiet, private space to attend sessions and complete the assessment

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IOSH Managing Safely E-Learning Course

The IOSH Managing Safely e-learning course is a self-paced online version of the IOSH Managing Safely qualification. It covers the same IOSH-approved syllabus as classroom and instructor-led training and leads to the same IOSH Managing Safely certificate — without needing to attend scheduled sessions.

The e-learning format is ideal for managers and supervisors who need to complete health and safety training around work commitments, travel or other responsibilities. Learning is delivered through interactive digital modules, videos and quizzes, accessible from any suitable location at any time.

Course Details

  • Format: Self-paced e-learning
  • Access: Online learning platform
  • Awarding body: IOSH
  • Assessment: Online exam and practical risk assessment project
  • Suitable for: Managers, supervisors and team leaders in any sector
  • Prerequisites: No formal health and safety experience required

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What is the IOSH Managing Safely e-learning course?

The IOSH Managing Safely e-learning course is a flexible online version of the qualification designed for delegates who want to study at their own pace. Content is delivered through interactive digital modules, videos and online quizzes, allowing learners to progress through the material when it suits them without attending scheduled classroom or online sessions.The course covers the same IOSH-approved syllabus as classroom and instructor-led training and leads to the same IOSH Managing Safely certificate.

What does the e-learning course cover?

The course covers the full IOSH Managing Safely syllabus:

  • Introducing managing safely — legal and moral responsibilities
  • Assessing and managing risk — hazard identification and control measures
  • Legal responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
  • Identifying common workplace hazards
  • Investigating accidents and incidents
  • Measuring health and safety performance
  • Protecting the environment
  • Implementing safe systems of work
Why choose IOSH Managing Safely e-learning?
  • Study at your own pace — no fixed schedule or attendance requirements
  • Access course materials from any location with an internet connection
  • Fit training around work, travel and personal commitments
  • Interactive learning — videos, quizzes and digital course modules
  • Same IOSH-approved syllabus and certificate as classroom training
  • No travel costs or time away from work for scheduled sessions
Comparing all three course formats

All three formats lead to the same IOSH Managing Safely certificate. Choose the format that best suits your schedule, learning preference and employer requirements.

Classroom Online instructor-led E-learning
Schedule Fixed dates, set location Fixed dates, remote Study at any time
Instructor Live tutor in classroom Live tutor via video No live instructor
Flexibility Low Medium High
Certificate IOSH Managing Safely IOSH Managing Safely IOSH Managing Safely
Best for Face-to-face learners Remote/dispersed teams Self-directed learners
Assessment and certification
  • Online exam: Completed using secure online assessment tools
  • ID verification: Delegates may be required to verify their identity before sitting the exam
  • Practical project: A workplace-based risk assessment project must be submitted as part of the course requirements
  • Certificate: Successful delegates receive an IOSH Managing Safely certificate issued by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
When will I receive access to the e-learning course?
User accounts are created and login details provided after purchase. If you purchase during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm), access can usually be arranged the same day. Courses purchased over the weekend will be processed the following Monday morning.

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Training more than one person on this course?

If you have a group to put through this course, it can be delivered at your own premises or a venue near you, on a date that suits your shift patterns. No travel, no overnight stays, and priced for the group rather than per person — which usually works out cheaper per head than booking individual places.

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