Every residential service (including children’s home and supported accommodation) must have a competent person responsible for health and safety, but what does that really mean in practice?

The IOSH Managing Safely® online course is the recognised standard for developing the knowledge, confidence, and credentials to take on that role effectively.

Fully approved and rated Outstanding by IOSH, this flexible online programme is ideal for supervisors, managers, and team leaders in social care who need to understand how to identify hazards, manage risk, investigate incidents, and keep everyone safe.

Delivered through engaging video-based e-learning, with full tutor support and no classroom attendance required, this course provides everything you need, including registration, certification, and 190 days of access to complete your learning at your own pace.

✅ Become a qualified competent person.
✅ Protect your staff, young people, and organisation.
✅ Earn your IOSH Managing Safely® Certificate.