IOSH Managing Safely

Course ID :	TEC226
Course Duration :	3 Days
City :	Abu Dhabi
Location :	UAE

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Program Overview:

IOSH Managing Safely is a health, safety and environmental leadership training course developed by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) — the world’s biggest professional body for safety and health practitioners. It’s aimed at people in managerial or supervisory roles who need to understand and manage workplace safety effectively, regardless of industry or organisation size. 

•     Internationally recognised certificate
•     Practical skills learners can apply immediately
•     Designed for managers with no prior safety qualification needed

Target Audience:

Typically, suitable for:

•  Managers and supervisors
•  Team leaders
•  Those newly responsible for workplace health and safety
•  Anyone wanting to embed a positive safety culture in the workplace 

Course Aims & Benefits:

Upon completion, participants will be able to obtain the following concepts:

Core Competencies:

•    Understand your health & safety responsibilities
•    Identify hazards and assess workplace risks
•    Decide on suitable control measures
•    Investigate incidents and near misses
•    Measure and monitor health & safety performance
•    Contribute to a positive safety culture in your organisation 

 Business Benefits:

•   Reduced accidents and costs
•   Better compliance with legal/industry requirements
•   Enhanced reputation with clients and regulators
•   Fewer lost hours due to sickness or incidents 

Course Content:

The standard IOSH Managing Safely syllabus covers seven core modules: 
1.    Introducing Managing Safely – Importance of safety and the manager’s role
2.    Assessing Risks – What risks are and how to assess them
3.    Controlling Risks – How to implement effective controls
4.    Understanding Responsibilities – Law and compliance basics
5.    Understanding Hazards – Common workplace hazards and how to handle them
6.    Investigating Incidents – Root-cause analysis and corrective actions
7.    Measuring Performance – Monitoring, audits, and improvement
These modules incorporate real-world examples, case studies, checklists, discussions, and interactive practical work. 

Duration & Delivery Options:

•       3 full days face-to-face/virtual classroom
•       20–25 hours for e-learning or blended options

Delivery Modes:

1.    Classroom / In-person
2.    Live virtual training
3.    E-learning (self-paced with set validity period)
4.    Blended learning (mix of live and online) 

Assessment & Certification:

The course is assessed in two parts:

 Knowledge Test:

•    A written or multiple-choice exam (e.g., 30 questions)
•    Typically, about 45 minutes long
•    Minimum pass criteria around 60% 

 Practical Risk Assessment:

•   A workplace-based risk assessment project
•   Demonstrates your ability to apply what you’ve learned.

Certification:

•   Successful candidates receive an IOSH Managing Safely certificate
•   The certification itself does not expire, but refresher training is recommended every 3–5 years to stay current with best practices.

Attendance plus passing both assessments is required to obtain the full certificate. 

Recognition & Career Value:

•   Recognised globally across industries and sectors
•   Useful for career advancement in safety, operations, or management
•   Often required or preferred for managerial roles with safety responsibility
•   Helps organisations meet tender and compliance requirements