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The IOSH Working Safely is a short, entry-level course designed to give employees a basic understanding of workplace health and safety. It’s widely used across industries in the UK and internationally.

Brief summary

It focuses on practical, common-sense safety awareness rather than technical detail. The goal is to help workers recognise hazards and work more safely day-to-day.

Key topics covered

• Why health and safety matters
  Looks at the impact of accidents and ill health on people and businesses.
• Identifying hazards and risks
  Teaches how to spot dangers in the workplace and assess risk levels.
• Common workplace hazards
  Covers things like slips and trips, manual handling, fire risks, chemicals, and stress.
• Improving safety performance
  Encourages good practices and personal responsibility for safety.
• Environmental awareness
  Basic understanding of how work activities affect the environment.

Assessment

• Usually a short multiple-choice test
• A simple hazard-spotting exercise

Duration

• Typically completed in one day (or equivalent online learning)

Who it’s for

• Employees at any level, especially those with no prior health and safety training.

In short, it’s a foundational course that helps people stay safe at work and understand their role in preventing accidents.