How to become a Health and Safety Executive

If you are interested in finding out how to become a health and safety executive, there are a variety of factors to consider, such as the necessary qualifications, industry knowledge, and of course, building up your experience.

Train to be a health and safety executive

Starting out with short introductory courses when beginning your career in health and safety are not only advisable – they are often essential when applying for certain jobs. It will be required for you to complete certain health and safety qualifications before starting out in a career and health and safety, depending on the type of role you are aiming for. Begin with courses such as the NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work Qualification; your industry knowledge will then be at the perfect level to begin further training.

Becoming a health and safety executive

When you have completed the required qualifications, the most important thing is to find a role and build up your experience. If you are new to the industry, finding a workplace where you can learn new skills as you go along is extremely beneficial. If possible, aim to complete more qualifications as you go along – NEBOSH and CMIOSH diplomas are well recognised in the health and safety industry.

Register with OSHCR

You must have certain qualifications and at least two years’ experience to qualify to become an OSHCR-registered consultant. Why not find out more about OSHCR and why you should register? OSHCR is the best way for consultants to be appropriately sourced and recognised.