The Chartered body for health and safety professionals

With 50,000 members in over 130 countries, we have a global outlook and influence that helps create a safer, healthier world of work.

Founded in 1945, we've been at the forefront of occupational safety and health for over 80 years. We were granted our Royal Charter in 2002, recognising our vital role in protecting working people worldwide.

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the world’s largest professional body for safety and health, the only one with Chartered status, and today we’re a registered charity with international NGO status.

That means we’re in a unique position to lead the way: shaping policy, championing positive change, and standing up for everyone’s right to a safe and healthy workplace.

Through the work of our members, and our qualifications and training, we provide the skills, knowledge, and expertise needed to keep people and workplaces safe - and businesses and economies thriving.

Action and influence

What we do

IOSH’s Ruth Lake speaking at health and safety conference

Leadership

We have worldwide recognition as the leading membership organisation for occupational safety and health professionals. Find out about our people, governance, working practices and performance, including annual reports.