IOSH Presidential awards – honouring volunteer excellence

Several members have received Presidential awards to mark their dedicated service and work for IOSH and the occupational safety and health profession more widely. The awards reflect the distinctive contributions made by each individual.

Frank Agwe recieves his President’s Commendation Award — Frank Agwe (right) recieves his President’s Commendation Award

Reward for commitment

A President’s Commendation Award is a mark of excellence in service to IOSH and the occupational safety and health profession.

Individuals who are not IOSH members may be eligible to receive the Award, for significant contributions to the wider health and safety community.

President’s Commendation Award

Frank Agwe – for advancing IOSH’s profile globally, mentoring underrepresented professionals, and securing recognition for the Cameroonian Health and Safety Association.
Matt Hall – for revitalising community engagement and fostering international collaboration.
Council Members: James Hymers, Yvette Moffatt, Carly Hughes, Tiffany Argent – for exceptional commitment and active participation in IOSH governance.

President’s Distinguished Service Award

Tudor Williams and Richard Bladon – over 40 years combined service, driving safety partnerships in Wales and mentoring professionals worldwide.
Bobby Chakravarthy – for steady leadership as Interim Chair during a period of change.
Nominations Committee: Richard Bryne, Alan Haigh, Laura Aucott – for strengthening governance and improving senior volunteer recruitment processes.

James Hymers receiving his President’s Commendation Award
Carly Hughes receiving her President’s Commendation Award
Matt Hall receiving his President’s Commendation Award
Tiffany Argent receiving her President’s Commendation Award
Yvette Moffatt receiving her President’s Commendation Award
Laura Aucott receiving her President’s Distinguished Service Award
Alan Haigh receiving his President’s Distinguished Service Award

Tudor Williams and Richard Bladon, recipients of the President’s Distinguished Service Award, proudly holding their certificates with IOSH President Richard Bate

Nominate someone

Do you know of an IOSH member who you think deserves to be given public recognition for the voluntary work they have done for IOSH directly or for our wider community? Why not nominate them for a President’s Commendation Award?

If they’ve made an outstanding contribution and impact, you can nominate them for a President’s Distinguished Service Award.

Get involved – volunteer for IOSH!

All IOSH members can apply for volunteer roles. You can support our work and promote our vision of a safer and healthier world of work. Volunteer work also counts towards your continuing professional development.