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IOSH Operating Safely in a Sporting Environment
IOSH-accredited two-day course for staff and volunteers in sports clubs, leisure centres and schools. Foundation-level H&S for the sporting environment.
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Foundation H&S for the sporting environment
IOSH Operating Safely in a Sporting Environment is a two-day course for staff and volunteers with H&S responsibilities in sports clubs, gymnastics teams, leisure centres or schools - or for anyone looking to increase their H&S knowledge in a sporting context. The course raises awareness from a foundation level, with a focus on ensuring the safety of club members, volunteers and any others who may be affected. Delivered on-site at your club, centre or school.
Three steps to a certified team
Pick the course, confirm a date, and we run the training. Every delegate leaves with a certificate - clear booking, clear agenda, no admin chase.
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Scoped to your sporting environment
Opus reviews your activities, facilities and volunteer arrangements before delivery. The practical risk assessment element uses your own environment so delegates leave with usable outputs.
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Two days on-site
Two days covering H&S legislation, risk assessment and control, common hazards and controls, H&S management systems, reporting and investigation of accidents, and a practical risk assessment completed on your site.
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IOSH-recognised certificate
Successful delegates receive an IOSH-recognised certificate. Delegates leave with a greater knowledge of how to tackle H&S issues, implement effective controls and understand their responsibilities.
What to expect from this course
What's covered
Introduction, aims and objectives, H&S legislation, risk assessment and risk control, common hazards and controls, H&S management systems, reporting and investigation of accidents, and completion of a practical risk assessment on site.
Who it's for
Staff and volunteers working in a sporting environment with H&S responsibilities, or anyone wanting to increase their H&S knowledge in a sports setting. Sports clubs, gymnastics teams, leisure centres and schools are the most common settings.
Prerequisites
None required. Familiarity with your own venue, fixtures and risk profile helps tailor the session but is not essential.
What you get
IOSH-recognised certificate on successful completion. Delegates leave able to understand H&S legislation, explain management systems, know the principles of risk assessment and identifying hazards, and understand the requirements for reporting and investigating accidents.
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What non-compliance actually cost your business
67%
Reduction in near-miss incidents
£28K
Saved on insurance premiums annually
6hrs
Audit prep time per branch
Ready to get your team certified?
Speak with the team about booking this course, when our next dates are, and when it fits around your schedule.
Scheduled around your operations · On-site or e-learning · Certificate on completion
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