To refresh manager and supervisor understanding of everyone’s safety and health responsibilities in the workplace, and enable them to recognise how a safety management system helps influence, control and monitor risk to improve safety and health issues in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the key reasons to manage safety and health in the workplace
- Recall safety and health key terms and their definitions
- Describe the benefits and key parts of an effective safety and health management system
- Identify how the law can affect safety and health in the workplace
- Describe how to assess, reduce and control risk in the workplace
- Describe the principles that underpin good safety and health performance
Module one: Thinking back
- The three key moral, legal and financial reasons for managing safely
- Manager responsibility and accountability for safety and health in the workplace
- Definitions of the terms ‘hazard’, ‘hazardous event’ and ‘risk’
- Definition of the term ‘reasonably practicable’
- Definitions of the terms ‘likelihood’ and ‘consequence’
- Definition of the term ‘residual risk’
- Definitions of the terms ‘incident’, ‘accident’ and ‘near miss’
- Definitions of the terms ‘immediate’, ‘underlying’ and ‘root’ causes
- Definitions of the term ‘reasonably foreseeable’ and the three knowledge tests: common, industry and expert knowledge
- The key benefits of introducing a safety and health management system
- The key parts, and the elements of each part, of a safety and health management system
Module two: Leadership
- Why leadership is an essential part of a safety and health management system
- The three essential principles for good safety and health performance:
- Strong and active leadership from the top
- Worker involvement
- Assessment and review
- The four key areas for a positive safety culture known as the ‘four cs’:
- Competence
- Control
- Co-operation
- Communication
Module three: Plan
- What the ‘plan’ stage of a safety and health management system is
- What a safety and health policy is
- What the law requires an organisation to do to protect the safety and health of workers and other persons under its control
- Where to find help and guidance for keeping up to date with, and working within, the law of any given country
- What types of information performance indicators can give to help improve safety and health in the workplace
Module four: Do
- What the ‘Do’ stage of a safety and health management system includes
- Definition of the term ‘risk assessment’
- What risk assessment helps an organisation to do
- Risk assessment process and risk rating systems
- The six broad hazard groups:
- Mechanical
- Physical
- Chemical
- Biological
- Environmental
- Organisational
- How to reduce risk by applying the ‘hierarchy of risk control’:
- Eliminate
- Reduce
- Prevent
- Safe systems of work
- Personal protective equipment
Module five: Check
- Why the ‘Check’ stage of a safety and health management system is important
- The characteristics of good key performance indicators
- The differences between ‘proactive’ and ‘reactive’ performance indicators
- The reasons for investigating incidents
- The two types of auditing: internal and external
- Types of evidence used in an audit
Module six: Act
- What the ‘Act’ stage of a safety and health management system will determine
- What continual improvement means
Assessment
Invigilated, closed-book, multi-format question paper with explanation of pass/fail requirements.
Those who manage others and manage risk and resources.
Course pre-requisites
Delegates must have completed the full Managing Safely course successfully.
IOSH Managing Safely certificate number will be required as evidence from the delegate prior to attendance.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
Following the completion of the course there will be a 6-8 week lead time for certificates to be despatched to delegates.
The process following course completion is as follows:
- HSS Training will mark the assessments within a two week window
- HSS Training will notify the booker of any delegates who have not passed
- HSS Training will send a temporary certificate to those who have passed via email
- HSS Training will apply for the certificates via IOSH
- [At this point, IOSH may decide to verify the results]
- IOSH will post the certificates to HSS Training
- HSS Training will forward results and certificate
IOSH recommend delegates take a refresher course every three years to keep knowledge up to date.
IOSH - Managing Safely Refresher Course FAQs
About IOSH
Q1. What is IOSH?
IOSH stands for the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health. It is the UK’s leading professional body for workplace health and safety, providing recognised training for managers and supervisors.
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Q2. Is this course accredited?
Yes. IOSH - Managing Safely Refresher is a fully accredited course delivered by HSS Training, an approved training provider.
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About the Course
Q3. What is IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
It’s designed to update managers and supervisors on their health and safety responsibilities. It covers legal responsibilities, risk assessment, leadership, performance indicators, incident investigation, safety culture, and the Plan-Do-Check-Act safety management model.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q4. Why should I take the IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
Health and safety legislation, guidance, and workplace risks evolve. Without refresher training, knowledge can become outdated, increasing the risk of poor decision-making, non-compliance, and preventable incidents. IOSH recommends refreshing your training every 3 years.
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Q5. How does IOSH Managing Safely Refresher differ from other IOSH courses?
IOSH Managing Safely Refresher is intended for managers and supervisors who have already completed IOSH Managing Safely. Rather than covering the full syllabus from the beginning, it refreshes existing knowledge, reinforces key health and safety principles, and provides updates on current best practices. Other IOSH courses are aimed at different audiences or focus on specific areas of health and safety management.
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Who Should Attend
Q6. Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at managers and supervisors who have previously completed the IOSH Managing Safely course and are responsible for managing people, risks, and resources.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Are there any entry requirements?
Yes. Delegates must have successfully completed the full IOSH Managing Safely course. Your original certificate number will be required prior to attendance. Delegates must also be at least 18 years old and have a competent understanding of written and spoken English.
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How the Training Works
Q8. Is IOSH Managing Safely Refresher classroom-based or practical?
The refresher is classroom-based and discussion-led, using practical workplace scenarios. It focuses on applying safety management principles rather than physical site-based activities.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q9. What delivery options are available for IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
This course is also available via live remote learning and covers the same syllabus and assessment.
__________________________________________________________________________ Q10. Is lunch provided during the course?
Lunch is not provided so delegates are advised to bring their own lunch or make use of nearby facilities. Training centres are equipped with a kettle, microwave and fridge if needed.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Q11. What should I bring on the day?
Photo ID (Passport or Driving Licence) and wear comfortable workwear. PPE is only required for operational venues and will include safety boots, hi-vis, hard hat, gloves, eye protection, long sleeve top and full-length trousers. Delegates must contact us on 0345 605 0006 to confirm PPE requirements for their chosen training centre, as PPE compliance is required for access to live site locations.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details, including What3Words navigation, once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can find parking availability and other venue details on our Training Centres information page.
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Assessments & Certification
Q13. How is the course assessed?
The course concludes with an invigilated, closed-book, multi-format assessment. Pass and referral criteria are explained on the day.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q14. What certification will I receive?
A digital IOSH Managing Safely certificate is issued after independent grading, typically 6–8 weeks after the course. Printed copies may be available to purchase, please contact our team on 0345 605 0006 for details.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q15. How long is the IOSH certificate valid?
IOSH recommends completing the refresher every 3 years to keep knowledge up-to-date and maintain alignment with current health and safety practices.
__________________________________________________________________________
Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q16. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
To refresh manager and supervisor understanding of everyone’s safety and health responsibilities in the workplace, and enable them to recognise how a safety management system helps influence, control and monitor risk to improve safety and health issues in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the key reasons to manage safety and health in the workplace
- Recall safety and health key terms and their definitions
- Describe the benefits and key parts of an effective safety and health management system
- Identify how the law can affect safety and health in the workplace
- Describe how to assess, reduce and control risk in the workplace
- Describe the principles that underpin good safety and health performance
Module one: Thinking back
- The three key moral, legal and financial reasons for managing safely
- Manager responsibility and accountability for safety and health in the workplace
- Definitions of the terms ‘hazard’, ‘hazardous event’ and ‘risk’
- Definition of the term ‘reasonably practicable’
- Definitions of the terms ‘likelihood’ and ‘consequence’
- Definition of the term ‘residual risk’
- Definitions of the terms ‘incident’, ‘accident’ and ‘near miss’
- Definitions of the terms ‘immediate’, ‘underlying’ and ‘root’ causes
- Definitions of the term ‘reasonably foreseeable’ and the three knowledge tests: common, industry and expert knowledge
- The key benefits of introducing a safety and health management system
- The key parts, and the elements of each part, of a safety and health management system
Module two: Leadership
- Why leadership is an essential part of a safety and health management system
- The three essential principles for good safety and health performance:
- Strong and active leadership from the top
- Worker involvement
- Assessment and review
- The four key areas for a positive safety culture known as the ‘four cs’:
- Competence
- Control
- Co-operation
- Communication
Module three: Plan
- What the ‘plan’ stage of a safety and health management system is
- What a safety and health policy is
- What the law requires an organisation to do to protect the safety and health of workers and other persons under its control
- Where to find help and guidance for keeping up to date with, and working within, the law of any given country
- What types of information performance indicators can give to help improve safety and health in the workplace
Module four: Do
- What the ‘Do’ stage of a safety and health management system includes
- Definition of the term ‘risk assessment’
- What risk assessment helps an organisation to do
- Risk assessment process and risk rating systems
- The six broad hazard groups:
- Mechanical
- Physical
- Chemical
- Biological
- Environmental
- Organisational
- How to reduce risk by applying the ‘hierarchy of risk control’:
- Eliminate
- Reduce
- Prevent
- Safe systems of work
- Personal protective equipment
Module five: Check
- Why the ‘Check’ stage of a safety and health management system is important
- The characteristics of good key performance indicators
- The differences between ‘proactive’ and ‘reactive’ performance indicators
- The reasons for investigating incidents
- The two types of auditing: internal and external
- Types of evidence used in an audit
Module six: Act
- What the ‘Act’ stage of a safety and health management system will determine
- What continual improvement means
Assessment
Invigilated, closed-book, multi-format question paper with explanation of pass/fail requirements.
IOSH - Managing Safely Refresher Course FAQs
About IOSH
Q1. What is IOSH?
IOSH stands for the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health. It is the UK’s leading professional body for workplace health and safety, providing recognised training for managers and supervisors.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q2. Is this course accredited?
Yes. IOSH - Managing Safely Refresher is a fully accredited course delivered by HSS Training, an approved training provider.
__________________________________________________________________________
About the Course
Q3. What is IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
It’s designed to update managers and supervisors on their health and safety responsibilities. It covers legal responsibilities, risk assessment, leadership, performance indicators, incident investigation, safety culture, and the Plan-Do-Check-Act safety management model.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q4. Why should I take the IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
Health and safety legislation, guidance, and workplace risks evolve. Without refresher training, knowledge can become outdated, increasing the risk of poor decision-making, non-compliance, and preventable incidents. IOSH recommends refreshing your training every 3 years.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q5. How does IOSH Managing Safely Refresher differ from other IOSH courses?
IOSH Managing Safely Refresher is intended for managers and supervisors who have already completed IOSH Managing Safely. Rather than covering the full syllabus from the beginning, it refreshes existing knowledge, reinforces key health and safety principles, and provides updates on current best practices. Other IOSH courses are aimed at different audiences or focus on specific areas of health and safety management.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Who Should Attend
Q6. Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at managers and supervisors who have previously completed the IOSH Managing Safely course and are responsible for managing people, risks, and resources.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Are there any entry requirements?
Yes. Delegates must have successfully completed the full IOSH Managing Safely course. Your original certificate number will be required prior to attendance. Delegates must also be at least 18 years old and have a competent understanding of written and spoken English.
_________________________________________________________________________________
How the Training Works
Q8. Is IOSH Managing Safely Refresher classroom-based or practical?
The refresher is classroom-based and discussion-led, using practical workplace scenarios. It focuses on applying safety management principles rather than physical site-based activities.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q9. What delivery options are available for IOSH Managing Safely Refresher?
This course is also available via live remote learning and covers the same syllabus and assessment.
__________________________________________________________________________ Q10. Is lunch provided during the course?
Lunch is not provided so delegates are advised to bring their own lunch or make use of nearby facilities. Training centres are equipped with a kettle, microwave and fridge if needed.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Q11. What should I bring on the day?
Photo ID (Passport or Driving Licence) and wear comfortable workwear. PPE is only required for operational venues and will include safety boots, hi-vis, hard hat, gloves, eye protection, long sleeve top and full-length trousers. Delegates must contact us on 0345 605 0006 to confirm PPE requirements for their chosen training centre, as PPE compliance is required for access to live site locations.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details, including What3Words navigation, once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can find parking availability and other venue details on our Training Centres information page.
______________________________________________________________________________
Assessments & Certification
Q13. How is the course assessed?
The course concludes with an invigilated, closed-book, multi-format assessment. Pass and referral criteria are explained on the day.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q14. What certification will I receive?
A digital IOSH Managing Safely certificate is issued after independent grading, typically 6–8 weeks after the course. Printed copies may be available to purchase, please contact our team on 0345 605 0006 for details.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q15. How long is the IOSH certificate valid?
IOSH recommends completing the refresher every 3 years to keep knowledge up-to-date and maintain alignment with current health and safety practices.
__________________________________________________________________________
Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q16. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Those who manage others and manage risk and resources.
Course pre-requisites
Delegates must have completed the full Managing Safely course successfully.
IOSH Managing Safely certificate number will be required as evidence from the delegate prior to attendance.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
Following the completion of the course there will be a 6-8 week lead time for certificates to be despatched to delegates.
The process following course completion is as follows:
- HSS Training will mark the assessments within a two week window
- HSS Training will notify the booker of any delegates who have not passed
- HSS Training will send a temporary certificate to those who have passed via email
- HSS Training will apply for the certificates via IOSH
- [At this point, IOSH may decide to verify the results]
- IOSH will post the certificates to HSS Training
- HSS Training will forward results and certificate
IOSH recommend delegates take a refresher course every three years to keep knowledge up to date.
