Government support for Chartered Status
February 1st 2006 The Government says it is "fully supportive" of the introduction of a chartered qualification for professional health and safety advisors and pledges to recommend all advisors, where appropriate, to work towards achieving it.
The Government's support comes after the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health awarded Chartered Status to its members, having been awarded corporate Chartered Status last year.
To receive the new designation, practioners will have to achieve a degree level qualification and undertake Initial Professional Development for two years, including an open book assessment and professional peer interview.
Once chartered, mandatory Continuing Professional Development for the remainder of their careers will ensure that skills and knowledge are kept fresh and up-todate.
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