Now you know that the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate doesn’t expire.
But what happens if you need to verify that your certificate is authentic? Whether you’ve lost your original, a new employer wants to check your qualifications, or you need confirmation for further education, you have several options.
TL;DR
- You can verify IOSH Managing Safely certificate on the IOSH website using the IOSH online checker. Just provide the certificate number, first name and surname. Click on ‘Send enquiry’ to receive the result.
- If you’ve lost your certificate, contact your training provider or IOSH for a replacement.
- Employers can use IOSH’s online certificate checker to verify an employee’s certificate.
- The IOSH Managing Safely certificate does not expire, but a refresher is recommended every three years
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Ways to Verify Your IOSH Managing Safely Certificate
1. Use the IOSH Certificate Checker
The easiest method is the IOSH online checker—a tool I’ve recommended countless times to students and employers alike.
Here’s how it works:
- Visit the IOSH website.
- Find the certificate verification tool.
- Enter the details from your certificate: the certificate number, your first and last name, and the course name.
In just a few clicks, you’ll know whether the certificate is valid. Employers find this particularly helpful when hiring because it’s quick and reliable.
2. Contact IOSH directly
If the online checker doesn’t work, reach out to IOSH directly:
- Email [email protected] or call +44 (0)116 350 0800.
- Provide them with details such as your certificate number, full name, and the date you completed the course.
I’ve helped a few former students do this when they needed to prove their qualifications for further education or new roles. The IOSH team is usually quick to respond.
3. Ask Your Training Provider
If you trained with a reputable provider like us at Train in Health and Safety, your provider can also help. We keep detailed records of every participant. So, if you misplace your certificate or need verification, just drop us an email or give us a call.
4. Reissue Lost or Misplaced Certificates
Lost your certificate? No problem. Training providers can often reissue them. If your provider has closed down, IOSH can step in to reissue based on their records. Just be sure to have details like the course name and completion date handy.
Verifying IOSH qualifications as an employer
For employers looking to verify the credentials of a prospective employee, the IOSH professional qualification certificate checker is a useful tool.
Employers can cross-check the training records of any candidate to confirm and validate the validity of their certificate.
Steps for employers:
- Use the IOSH certificate checker on the website.
- Enter the employee’s certificate number and details.
- Confirm the certificate’s validity.
No, but IOSH recommends taking a refresher course every three years to refresh your knowledge and stay current.
Why would anyone need to verify their IOSH certificate? There are a couple of reasons. Perhaps you’ve lost your certificate and need proof of completion, or maybe an employer wants to confirm the qualifications on your CV. IOSH certificates don’t expire, but verifying them ensures that the certificate you’re presenting (or being presented) is legitimate and valid.
Employers can use the IOSH online checker or contact IOSH customer service for assistance.
If your employer paid for your training, they might hold onto the certificate. However, even if you don’t have the physical copy, you can still get the certificate verified through IOSH.
Register for IOSH Courses with THS Academy
THS is an IOSH-approved training provider, and we offer globally recognized IOSH Managing Safely and IOSH Working Safely courses online.
Sam, our experienced instructor, has been teaching these courses for over a decade, and our excellent track record and reviews speak for themselves.
For more details, contact us at +44(0)20 8059 3633 or email [email protected].