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IOSH IOSH is the Chartered body for health and safety professionals, with around 50,000 members worldwide.

Follow our page to join our community of people who are passionate about making the world of work safe and healthy. IOSH was founded in 1945 and is a registered charity with international NGO status.

10/09/2026

Content warning – this post discusses su***de

Creating a culture where people feel safe to speak up when they're struggling is something we all have a responsibility to support.

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we're reminded that behind every statistic is a person, a family, a friend, a colleague, and a community. More than 720,000 lives are lost to su***de worldwide each year, but the impact reaches far beyond those numbers.

A simple conversation can make a difference. If someone in your life or workplace seems to be having a hard time, take a moment to check in. Listen without judgment. Show that you care.

Your time, attention, and willingness to listen could help change, or even save, a life.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3UyMPv3
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08/09/2026

Craig Foyle took to the IOSH Keynote Theatre at the Health and Safety Event 2026 with one goal: strip away the myths around construction, design and management (CDM) and show just how straightforward and valuable it can be.

He shared how CDM was once talked about like a “dark art”, complicated, awkward, and something that made projects harder than they needed to be. But real experience tells a different story.
When you plan for safety, you get good safety. It’s that simple.

Craig’s session reminded everyone that CDM isn’t about making life difficult, it’s about making construction safer, clearer and more coordinated for everyone involved.

Watch full session here: https://bit.ly/4r0wpHS

03/09/2026

Lifelong friends are made through volunteering

Natasha Wales-Dixon is a volunteer on the IOSH East Anglia Community. She shares how she fits in volunteering alongside her work and life. And highlights how she’s made lifelong friends through her volunteer role and how she enjoys socialising with them.

Are you interested in volunteering for IOSH? Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4bDkwBp

02/09/2026

The world of work is changing. Is your organisation ready?

Climate change is affecting workplaces in many ways, from extreme weather and poor air quality to changes in energy and technology. These challenges are creating new risks for workers and new responsibilities for organisations.

Join us for part five of our 'Raising the bar for OSH' webinar series, where we'll explore how climate change is influencing workplace health and safety, share global examples of how the profession is evolving, and discuss the skills, mindset and foresight OSH professionals need to support organisations in a rapidly changing world.

Hosted by Ruth Wilkinson, IOSH Head of Policy and Public Affairs, the webinar will feature insights from:

🔹 David Deveau, BCRSP Governor and Vice-President Corporate Safety and Sustainability at The Inland Group of Companies

🔹 Tamma Carel, Co-founder and Environment Compliance Lead at iCOR Systems Ltd

🔹 Mireya Rifá Fabregat, IOSH PDC Committee Member, Vice-Chair of the IOSH Consultancy Community, former President of ENSHPO.

Register your place now: https://bit.ly/4qONi8p

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28/08/2026

Occupational safety and health isn’t just connected to sustainability, it’s a driving force behind it.

At the Health and Safety Event, Tamma Carel showed how OSH data strengthens ESG reporting, supports better governance and gives organisations the social insights they often struggle to capture.

From labour conditions and worker safety to inclusion and supply chain ethics, OSH intelligence is already shaping the sustainability agenda.

Her keynote reminded us that when OSH practitioners build stronger reporting cultures and use evidence‑based tools, they don’t just meet compliance, they lead meaningful, measurable sustainability progress.

Watch the full session here: https://bit.ly/3UboRWx

19/08/2026

Workplace safety isn’t just about policies, it’s about culture.

Professor Rosalind Searle’s talk at The Health and Safety Event 2026 on ‘Sexual harassment and abuse: a prevention focus’ goes beyond the headlines and digs into the real drivers behind workplace harm. She explores how culture, structure and everyday behaviours can create environments where abuse becomes possible, and how organisations can flip that script with prevention‑focused action.

It’s powerful, evidence‑based and packed with insights that every leader, manager and safety professional should hear.

Watch full session here: https://bit.ly/4xrqXQV

18/08/2026

🎥 Missed our PTSD webinar series? You can now watch all three recordings on demand.

Led by IOSH President Richard Bate, this powerful three-part series explored the impact of trauma and PTSD in the workplace, bringing together expert insights and lived experiences to help organisations better understand, prevent and respond to psychological harm.

Our series covered:
• The reality of PTSD – a deep dive into understanding, recognition and diagnosis
• Living through post-traumatic stress disorder
• Beyond survival – prevention, support and post-traumatic growth

Watch here: https://bit.ly/4wA9HHP

14/08/2026

Want to make a real difference in the occupational safety and health (OSH) profession?

The IOSH Council is looking for passionate OSH professionals who want to help shape the future of our community. If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could influence how our profession grows,” this is your chance.

By getting involved, you can:
• shape the conversations that guide OSH
• bring your lived experience to the table
• champion diverse voices across our profession
• help IOSH evolve and stay member‑focused.

If you care about progress, people, and the future of OSH, this is a powerful way to step forward and be part of something bigger.

Applications close 21 August 2026.
Learn more and apply using the link below: https://bit.ly/4wtt4Ca

12/08/2026

People make workplaces safer, not just technical knowledge.

That message came through loud and clear at The Health and Safety Event 2026, thanks to Danielle Thorburn, Mike Gibson from the IOSH Future Leaders Community and Kelly Nicoll, IOSH Immediate Past President.

They shared how listening, empathy and real human connection are shaping modern HSE leadership, with young professionals stepping out from behind the desk, building trust on the ground and influencing safer outcomes through people-first practice.

Explore the Future Leaders Community and keep the conversation going.

👉 Watch the full session: https://bit.ly/3TSvw7J

10/08/2026

Mentoring: the support that helps careers grow

At the Health and Safety Event, our ‘From curious to career’ session showed how mentoring boosts confidence, speeds up progression and strengthens our profession.

Led by Louise Griffin, with inspiring insights from Gemma Emery and Barbara Derecka, the session highlighted how mentoring transforms both mentor and mentee. Barbara shared how mentoring reshaped her own development, while Gemma explained how it opened new pathways and direction. Louise also spotlighted the structured support available through IOSH membership.

Whether you’re starting out, aiming for chartership or ready to give back, IOSH mentoring offers a clear, supportive route to move your health and safety career forward.
Watch full session here: https://bit.ly/4xmmbn5

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