Corporate Governance

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals. 

• We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

• We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

• We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

• We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

• We are an awarding organisation for occupational safety and health qualifications.

• We commission research and set national and international standards.

• We shape the future of the profession.

Formed in 1945, IOSH has become leader of a profession that transforms the world of work, making it safer and healthier every day.

Our status is recognised by businesses and governments, and it’s why Chartered Membership of IOSH is recognised worldwide as the hallmark of professional excellence in workplace safety and health.

Most recently, IOSH has expanded what it offers and is now proud to be a regulated awarding organisation (AO) recognised in England by the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual). We are reviewing plans for our qualifications as well as our policies and procedures.

Find out more about our vision, mission and strategy.

Our Charter

• IOSH was granted a Royal Charter in 2002.
• It recognises IOSH’s consistent record of achievement and unique field of competency, not covered by any other professional body.