IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors
IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors is a specialised training program designed to empower senior leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to drive health and safety initiatives at a strategic level. This course addresses the unique responsibilities of executives and directors, equipping them with essential insights into regulatory compliance, risk management, and the creation of a proactive safety culture. Through this training, participants gain the confidence to make informed decisions that protect their people, enhance organisational reputation, and contribute to sustainable business success.
Next available dates - 28th January, 2025 Book Now
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IOSH Safety For Executives and Directors Course Overview
This course is aimed at people with strategic responsibility for determining and implementing effective health and safety management within an organisation.
How Long Will The Course Take?
Online study time 4-hours with an optional 3-hours additional reading.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be issued with an official IOSH digital certificate.
Who Is The IOSH Safety For Executives and Directors Course For?
IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors is designed for senior employees with operational or strategic accountability for health and safety in any type or size of organisation.
IOSH Safety For Executives and Directors Learning Outcomes and Benefits
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course your staff will be better able to:
- Describe the legal, moral and financial role of Operational Directors, owners of small businesses and Senior Executives, including their responsibilities, liabilities and accountabilities, both personal and organisational
- Explain the importance of safety and health at the top management level and how integrating those objectives into other business management objectives can help to minimise risk, reduce losses and make better use of time and resources
- Illustrate how to plan the direction for safety and health through developing and implementing a safety and health policy, and integrating it into business systems
- Explain the value of an adequately resourced and efficient safety and health management system, the value and benefits of training at all levels, and when to access competent advice
- Outline the benefits of good safety and health management systems, the consequences of failure to manage effectively, and how to ensure internal controls are working
Benefits To The Organisation
According to the Health and Safety Executive, workplace injuries and ill-health cost UK businesses around £18.8bn in 2019/20.
To go home safely at the end of the working day is a right, not a privilege.
As members of your team successfully complete the course, they will become an invaluable resource to you. The knowledge and skills gained will have a tangible impact on the work environment, effectively enhancing occupational health and safety.
They will play a pivotal role in ensuring your adherence to legal requirements and industry best practices, mitigating the substantial financial ramifications of accidents and health-related issues.
It can help to:
- Boost employee wellbeing
- Minimise workplace injuries and illness
- Demonstrate your commitment to health and safety, which can help win business
- Strengthen your health and safety culture
- Ensure your organisation has valuable in-house health and safety expertise
Choose Your Learning Path
Classroom Learning
Immerse yourself in an interactive, face-to-face learning experience. The classroom option provides the perfect opportunity to engage directly with expert instructors, participate in group discussions, and benefit from hands-on practical exercises. Ideal for those who value real-time feedback and a structured learning environment
Introducing Tailored In-Company Courses
If your organisation requires health and safety training for a number of delegates, in-company training may be the perfect solution.
In addition to this course, we offer the ability to tailor them precisely to your specific requirements, notably, the integration of your health and safety documents, prevailing initiatives, policies, and procedures. In doing so, we ensure that the training remains not only relevant but also aligned with your company’s ethos.
We can also use relevant examples and case studies from your organisation or sector, and our tailored course materials can also be branded with your company logo etc.
Booking Your Virtual Course
IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors Virtual Classroom
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2025 Virtual Course Dates
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January 28th
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March 25th
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May 27th
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July 29th
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September 30th
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November 25th
Important Information For Learners
Once an online course has been accessed, it is important to note that there can be no deferrals or cancellations.
Please inform us of any access needs or reasonable adjustments which may be required during training/assessment.
If a learner wishes to complain about their course, details of the Ligtas complaints procedure can be found here.
Six or more delegates, have you considered in house delivery?
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What’s Next?
NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety