Health and safety is a concern in every workplace, and employers have a legal and moral duty to protect their employees. The IOSH Managing Safely course is one of the most recognised health and safety training programmes in the UK. It is specifically designed for managers, supervisors, and team leaders who are responsible for overseeing health and safety within their teams.
What Is the IOSH Managing Safely Course?
The IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) Managing Safely course is a practical, three-day programme that equips leaders with the knowledge and tools they need to manage health and safety effectively. It provides a clear understanding of risk management, accident prevention, legal responsibilities, and how to create a positive safety culture in the workplace.
Delegates learn how to assess risks, investigate incidents, and ensure their teams are working safely. It’s an ideal starting point for those new to managing safety or those who want to refresh their knowledge.
Who Is It For?
The IOSH Managing Safely course is suitable for anyone in a managerial or supervisory position. It’s especially useful for:
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Line managers
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Team leaders
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Department heads
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Site supervisors
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Health and safety champions
You don’t need a background in health and safety to take the course, just a willingness to learn and take responsibility for workplace wellbeing.
What Industries Benefit the Most?
This course is applicable across all industries. Whether you’re in construction, manufacturing, logistics, education, retail, or office-based sectors, the IOSH Managing Safely course provides the tools to reduce risk and improve safety outcomes.
Industries that particularly benefit include:
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Construction – where risk levels are high and incident prevention is critical
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Manufacturing and engineering – involving machinery, processes, and shift work
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Education – managing the safety of both staff and students
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Warehousing and logistics – where manual handling and vehicle movement are common
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Office environments – focusing on ergonomic risks, stress, and fire safety
Why Is It Important?
With increasing regulatory pressure and the moral duty to protect workers, businesses must take proactive steps. Completing the IOSH Managing Safely course helps employers:
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Stay compliant with UK health and safety laws
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Reduce the risk of accidents and injury
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Lower the cost of downtime, fines, and insurance claims
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Empower staff to take ownership of safety in their role
Speak With 1st Choice Safety & Consultancy
We offer flexible delivery options, including classroom, virtual, and blended formats. Our experienced trainers make the course engaging, relevant, and easy to understand, no jargon, just practical advice.
If you’re a manager or supervisor, or if your team needs better safety leadership, the IOSH Managing Safely course is the ideal first step.
Get in touch to book your training or learn more about our course options across the Midlands and beyond.
