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IOSH Working Safely Course

The IOSH Working Safely course is a basic introductory health and safety course, which will enable workers to ensure that their individual and collective actions contribute to safety in the workplace and that they understand their responsibilities. This nationally recognised qualification is 1-day in duration and is for all levels of personnel.

Can I Attend During COVID-19 / Lockdown?

It is still possible to attend the IOSH Working Safely course in a traditional classroom setting during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it is also possible to attend the training via virtual learning if preferred. This study method involves studying at home or in the workplace using video technology assisted by a live tutor.

Benefits of the IOSH Training

Upon successful completion of the IOSH Working Safely training course delegates will be able to:

Identify the hazards and evaluate risks in the workplace
Use appropriate workplace precautions for specific risks or seek advice on workplace precautions
Assist managers in preparing written risk assessments
Follow their organisation’s health and safety policy
Co-operate and communicate on health and safety matters
Carry out work activities without risk to themselves or others
Report relevant accidents and incidents, monitor their own activities, and assist managers in active monitoring.

Important Update Regarding IOSH Certificates

IOSH have recently announced that they will not be providing a hardcopy certificate for classroom courses. Certificates will be issued in digital format only. If a hardcopy is required there will be an additional charge which will be at a discounted rate of £10 + VAT per certificate until 1^st April 2021, the price will revert back to standard rate of £25 + VAT.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IOSH?

IOSH stands for the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health and is a respected institution. It is the largest health and safety membership organisation in the world. The organisation is dedicated and committed to creating a world of work which is safe, healthy and sustainable.

How is the Training Assessed or Examined?

The assessment procedure for this training consists of a short twenty-minute closed book ten question multiple-choice paper and a hazard spotting exercise.

Will I Be Issued With An IOSH Working Safely Certificate?

Yes. On successful completion of a short answer test the delegate will receive an accredited IOSH Working Safely certificate. The certificate will be forwarded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health at a later date.

Do You Offer Alternative or More Flexible Study Options?

This basic IOSH Working Safely course is available in both face-to-face classroom environment and in e-learning format. If you would prefer to study online in the comfort of your own home or workplace please consider the IOSH Working Safely e-learning version which starts from only £95.00 + VAT per person.

Are Further Study Options Available After the Course?

Yes. If you would like to study further we recommend studying the IOSH Managing Safely qualification. The training course is suitable for supervisors and managers who are responsible for others in the workplace. The qualification will introduce you to risk assessments, it is four days in duration and it can be studied in a classroom setting or via e-leaning.

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