IOSH Working Safely

Working Safely® is a completely different approach to safety and health training. It’s a high-impact programme designed to be fun and get people fully involved. The first-class, jargon-free content is based on what people need to know in practice, and not off-putting legal language.

Who needs this qualification?

Working Safely® is for people at any level, in any sector, who need a grounding in the essentials of safety and health. It gives everyone at work an understanding of why they must ‘work safely’- and does that in an enjoyable way.

Why is this training important?

The business benefits include:

• Peace of mind offered by training that’s quality-controlled by IOSH
• Not too much downtime- our course can be delivered flexibly so that it suits your business
• Efficient and effective learning
• Nationally recognised and respected certificate
• Memorable and thought-provoking facts and case studies help drive the points home

Course content

·         Defining hazard and risk

·         Identifying common hazards

·         Improving safety performance

·         Protecting our environment

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:

·         Identify potential workplace hazards and the risks they pose

·         Understand the risk assessment process

·         Know their legal obligations and responsibilities

·         Establish and follow safe systems of work

·         Report incidents and near misses

·         Know the appropriate response to emergencies

·         Understand environmental responsibilities

Certificated by: IOSH

Duration: 1 day

Assessment: Multiple choice exam

Prerequisites: None

Validity of award: An IOSH Working Safely® certificate does not expire however IOSH recommends refreshing your knowledge every 3 years.