IOSH Managing Safely
Enhance your safety management skills with our IOSH Managing Safely course. Designed for managers and supervisors, this training program equips you with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage safety in the workplace.
Description
Our IOSH Managing Safely course is designed to provide managers and supervisors with the knowledge and skills to manage safety effectively in the workplace. Covering topics such as risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation, this course helps participants understand their responsibilities and legal obligations regarding health and safety. Led by experienced trainers, this course incorporates practical exercises and case studies to reinforce learning and encourage active participation. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an IOSH Managing Safely certificate, demonstrating their competence in safety management.
Learning outcomes
Introduction to health and safety:
- Broad overview of health and safety
- Understanding responsibilities and accountability for workplace safety
- Examination of health and safety from moral, legal, and financial perspectives
- Emphasis on the importance of effectively managing health and safety for business success
Risk assessment:
- Differentiation between hazard, hazardous event, and risk
- Assignment of likelihood and consequence values (ranging from one to five)
- Understanding the risk assessment process
- Utilisation of the risk rating system and calculator
- Benefits of conducting a risk assessment
- Knowing how to assess and control risks in the workplace
Controlling risks:
- Introduction to the concept of 'reasonably practicable'
- Legal obligation under the Health and Safety Act 1974 to reduce workplace risks
- Balancing the resources (money and time) required to manage risks
- Creating a reasonable plan of action to manage risks effectively
Legal responsibilities:
- Overview of the Health and Safety Act 1974
- Differentiation between criminal and civil health and safety laws
- Balancing resources (money and time) for risk management
Hazard categories:
- Mechanical hazards
- Physical hazards
- Chemical hazards
- Environmental hazards
- Biological hazards
- Organisational hazards
- Discussion on common hazards, their impacts on the workplace, and strategies for management