IOSH Courses

No. You do not need to be an IOSH member to complete courses such as IOSH Managing Safely or IOSH Working Safely.

IOSH membership is separate from IOSH training courses. If you are interested in professional membership, you can find out more directly through IOSH.

There are no formal health and safety qualification requirements for IOSH Managing Safely or IOSH Working Safely.

These courses are designed to be accessible to learners with a wide range of experience. If you require additional learning support or reasonable adjustments, contact us before your course so we can discuss the support available.

Once you have successfully completed the course and assessment, your result will be processed and your IOSH certificate will be issued.

Certificate processing times can vary. If you have completed your training with SM Safety Training and are waiting for your certificate, contact us and we can provide an update where available.

No. Completing an IOSH course does not automatically make you an IOSH member.

IOSH training courses and IOSH professional membership are separate. If you are developing a long-term career in health and safety, you may wish to explore the membership options available through IOSH.

IOSH Managing Safely is designed primarily for managers, supervisors and people who have responsibility for managing others.

IOSH Working Safely is aimed at employees at all levels who need a practical understanding of workplace hazards, risks and safe working practices.

If you are unsure which course is right for you, SM Safety Training can help you choose the most suitable option.

The IOSH Managing Safely certificate itself does not have a formal expiry date.

However, health and safety knowledge should be kept up to date. IOSH also offers refresher training for learners who want to revisit and update their knowledge after completing the original course.

Yes. Depending on the course and delivery option, IOSH training can be completed through live online learning.

At SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, selected IOSH courses are delivered live through Microsoft Teams, allowing learners to participate in tutor-led training from home or the workplace.

We can also provide workplace training for organisations looking to train groups of employees, managers or supervisors.

IOSH Managing Safely is normally delivered over approximately three days, although the exact timetable can vary depending on the training provider and delivery method.

At SM Safety Training, our Managing Safely course is delivered in a structured tutor-led format, giving learners time to understand the course content, participate in discussions and prepare for the assessment.

IOSH Managing Safely includes an assessment to check that learners have understood the key principles covered during the course.

The assessment normally includes a knowledge-based test together with a practical risk assessment exercise.

Your tutor will explain the assessment process during the course and provide guidance to help you understand what is required.

Yes. IOSH Managing Safely is a widely recognised health and safety course designed for managers and supervisors across many different industries.

It can be particularly useful for people who have responsibility for staff, workplace activities, risk management or day-to-day health and safety.

It is also a useful stepping stone for learners who may later want to progress to a more advanced qualification such as a NEBOSH Certificate.

You can explore our IOSH training options on the SM Safety Training website or find out more about IOSH courses directly from IOSH.

If you still have a question, contact SM Safety Training and we’ll be happy to help.