About the course
IOSH Managing Safely is designed for managers and supervisors who need to manage safety in compliance with organisational policy, best practice and health and safety legislation. It is also ideal for those new to health and safety in a management context.
Managers will be equipped to discharge their responsibilities for guiding staff in health and safety practice. Offer effective controls of workplace hazards and risks resulting in a reduction in incidents and accidents. Potential reduction in absenteeism caused through injuries and ill health.
IOSH Managing Safely is the industry standard for health and safety management training for business owners, managers, supervisors, and team leaders across all industries. The course covers all aspects of health and safety requirements including a manager’s responsibilities, how to identify and manage workplace risks, and conduct incident investigations.
This IOSH Managing Safely course is hosted by PETA in partnership with Praxis42 and is fully approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
Assessment & accreditation
To successfully complete the IOSH Managing Safely course, learners must complete an online exam and a practical risk assessment project. There are no extra fees — both the exam and project are included in the course cost.
Online Exam
- 30 multiple-choice questions aligned with the course topics.
- Completed online – no need to attend a training centre.
- 45-minute time limit, minimum 36/60 to pass.
- Two attempts allowed. If unsuccessful, the full course must be retaken.
Risk Assessment Project
- Complete a risk assessment of the workplace or another familiar setting.
- Demonstrate hazard identification, risk evaluation and control recommendation.
- Submitted online via email to IOSH-approved tutors for marking.
- Drafts may be submitted for tutor feedback.
- Minimum 23/38 points required to pass.