IOSH Working Safely Course

• Professional Experience: No prior experience is necessary, making this course accessible to employees across all sectors. 

• Educational Background: There are no formal prerequisites, but a willingness to engage with health and safety concepts is essential. 

• Language Proficiency: A good command of English is required, as all course materials, discussions, and assessments are delivered in English. 

• Safety Awareness: Gain a clear understanding of health and safety principles and their workplace applications. 

• Hazard Identification: Learn to recognise common hazards and assess associated risks. 

• Risk Control: Develop the ability to implement practical measures to minimise workplace risks. 

• Legal Understanding: Understand legal responsibilities and the importance of compliance with safety regulations. 

• Incident Management: Acquire skills for effective reporting, communication, and response to incidents. 

• Proactive Safety Culture: Contribute to building a culture of health, safety, and well-being within the workplace. 

• Recognised Certification: Receive an IOSH Working Safely certificate to validate your health and safety knowledge. 

The IOSH Working Safely Course is designed for individuals across all sectors and roles, including:

• Employees at all levels

• Team leaders and supervisors

• Contractors and temporary staff

• Professionals new to health and safety concepts

• Organisations seeking to upskill their workforce

Module 1: Introducing Working Safely

• Introduction

• Importance

• Who is Responsible for Safety and Health?

• Organisation’s Responsibilities

• Who has Responsibility for Workers’ Actions?
   

Module 2: Defining Hazard and Risk

• Hazard Groups

  • Mechanical

  • Physical

  • Chemical

  • Environmental

  • Biological

  • Organisational

• Hazards that are Not Easy to Identify

• What is Hazard and Risk?

• Risk Assessment

• What is Likelihood and Consequence?

• Actions to Control Risk

• What is Reasonably Practicable?
   

Module 3: Identifying Common Hazards

• Aggression and Violence

• Asbestos

• Bullying

• Chemicals and Harmful Substances

• Computer Workstations

• Confined Spaces

• Drugs and Alcohol

• Electricity and Fire

• Getting In and Out

• Heights

• Housekeeping and Lighting

• Manual Handling and Noise

• Personal Hygiene

• Plant and Machinery

• Slips and Trips

• Stress

• Temperature

• Vehicles and Transport

• Welfare Facilities
   

Module 4: Improving Safety Performance

• Manage and Improve Safety and Health

• Workers’ Responsibilities

• How Attitude and Behaviour can Affect Safety and Health?

• Safe System of Work

• Permit to Work

• Safety Signs

• Communicating Safety and Health Information

• Using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety and Health of Other People

• Role of Safety Committees and Worker Representatives

• Types of Workplace Inspections

• Emergency Procedures

• Incident, Accident, and Near Miss

• Reporting Incidents

• Role of the Safety and Health Enforcement Inspector

Health Surveillance and Monitoring