IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health Principles and Practice
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IOSH Level 3 Certificate: Course Overview
The IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health Principles and Practice is a global qualification for new and aspiring OSH professionals. Built on the IOSH competency framework, it develops the knowledge, practical application and real-life skills needed to apply safety systems and positively influence OSH performance within organisations.
The qualification combines fundamental technical OSH knowledge with behavioural and core business skills, helping learners build their capability and a clear career pathway in occupational safety and health.
What is the IOSH Level 3 Certificate?
The IOSH Level 3 Certificate in OSH Principles and Practice is a globally recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification built on the IOSH competency framework. It balances technical safety and health knowledge with behavioural and core business skills.
Successful completion meets the academic requirements for application for IOSH Technical membership (TechIOSH) and its designatory letters.
IOSH Level 3 Learning Outcomes
What will you be able to do?
- Apply OSH principles in the workplace to mitigate risk and help prevent incidents.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive OSH culture.
- Improve your own and your organisation’s performance through the sustainable and effective application of systems, processes, procedures and resources.
Who Should Take the IOSH Level 3 Certificate?
This qualification is for learners pursuing a career in occupational safety and health across a variety of sectors, as well as those already working in the profession who have some responsibility for OSH in their role.
Learners who achieve the qualification gain greater credibility and confidence when discussing safety and health with senior management.
IOSH Level 3 Syllabus: Four Mandatory Units
To be awarded the IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health Principles and Practice, learners must successfully complete four mandatory units focused on the IOSH competency framework.
1. Fundamentals of OSH principles and management systems
Understand OSH principles, the elements of a safety management system and their role in OSH performance, drawing on technical competencies.
2. Principles and application of OSH risk management
Apply OSH tools and techniques, including risk assessment, risk management, workplace inspections and audits. Use core and behavioural competencies to apply these effectively to workplace scenarios.
3. Principles and application of OSH incident management
Understand incidents and their causes, drawing on technical competencies, and apply behavioural and core competencies when carrying out an investigation.
4. Improving OSH performance and culture
Develop your effectiveness as an OSH professional and support the effective application of your organisation’s safety management systems by influencing and collaborating with colleagues. This unit draws heavily on core and behavioural competencies.
IOSH Level 3 Assessment and Exams
Assessment is through an online, remotely invigilated multiple-choice examination and scenario-based tasks. These assess learners’ knowledge and their ability to apply OSH principles in practice.
Benefits of the IOSH Level 3 Certificate
- Practical capability: Develop the knowledge and real-life skills to apply safety systems and positively influence OSH performance.
- Professional confidence: Build greater credibility when discussing safety and health with senior management.
- Balanced skills: Combine technical OSH knowledge with behavioural and core business skills.
- Recognised qualification: Gain a globally recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification.
- Membership pathway: Meet the academic requirements for application for TechIOSH membership.
- Learning support: Eligibility for IOSH student membership offers access to the Blueprint CPD tool, mentoring and the Career Hub.
- Language - English,
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH) 80 Hours
- Total Qualification Time (TQT) 122 Hours
Key features of the IOSH Level 3 Certificate
- Comprehensive alignment with the IOSH competency framework.
- Combines essential OSH knowledge with business and behavioral skills.
- Online assessment through a remotely invigilated multiple-choice examination and scenario-based tasks.
- Globally recognized and Ofqual regulated qualification.
- Meets the academic requirements for application for TechIOSH membership and designatory letters.
- Eligibility for IOSH student membership, with access to the Blueprint CPD tool, mentoring and the Career Hub.
- Backed by the trusted IOSH brand for quality and credibility.
Studying the IOSH Level 3 Certificate
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 80 hours
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 122 hours
Learners can study through directed e-learning, face-to-face tuition or blended learning through an IOSH Approved Study Centre. Contact TMC for available delivery options and upcoming course dates.
The IOSH competency framework
The qualification draws on three categories and 12 competency areas:
- Technical: health and safety law, risk management and incident management.
- Core: culture, sustainability, stakeholder management, strategy, planning, and leadership and management.
- Behavioural: personal performance, communication and working with others.
IOSH membership pathway
Successful completion of the IOSH Level 3 Certificate meets the academic requirements for application for IOSH Technical membership (TechIOSH) and designatory letters. Membership is subject to IOSH’s application and eligibility requirements.
Learners are eligible for IOSH student membership, offering learning support through the Blueprint CPD tool, mentoring and the Career Hub.
About IOSH
IOSH is a Chartered professional body for occupational safety and health, with over 75 years of experience in setting standards and developing resources, guidance and training for the profession.
IOSH is also a regulated awarding organisation recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Its qualification routes to membership are underpinned by the IOSH competency framework.
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A global, Ofqual-regulated qualification built on the IOSH competency framework for new and aspiring OSH professionals and people already working with OSH responsibilities. It develops technical, behavioural and core business skills for practical workplace application.
Learners must complete four mandatory units: fundamentals of OSH principles and management systems; principles and application of OSH risk management; principles and application of OSH incident management; and improving OSH performance and culture. Assessment is through an online, remotely invigilated multiple-choice examination and scenario-based tasks.
Learners develop the ability to mitigate workplace risks, help prevent incidents, contribute to a positive OSH culture and improve performance through effective systems, processes, procedures and resources. The qualification also builds credibility and confidence when discussing safety and health with senior management.
The qualification has 80 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and 122 hours of Total Qualification Time (TQT). Study options include directed e-learning, face-to-face tuition and blended learning through an IOSH Approved Study Centre. Contact TMC for the available timetable and delivery options.
Yes. Successful completion meets the academic requirements for application for IOSH Technical membership (TechIOSH) and designatory letters. Membership remains subject to IOSH's application and eligibility requirements. Learners are also eligible for IOSH student membership, which provides access to the Blueprint CPD tool, mentoring and the Career Hub.
