IOSH defines the purpose of its Groups as follows:

"IOSH Groups enable members with a shared interest or area of specialism to network and exchange information related to their industry sector".

Further information on Specialist Groups can be found by clicking here. Each branch supplies a link to the Groups so that information and consultation can take place with Branch Members through the Branch Link. The South West Branch links are shown next to each Group (please click on a name should you wish to contact that person directly):

• Communications and Media
• Construction - Richard Wainwright
• Consultancy
• Education - Cathy Ricketts
• Environmental - Jacqui Hunt
• Fire Risk Management - Chris Southcombe
• Hazardous Industries
• Healthcare - Brian Wright
• International
• Offshore
• Public Services
• Railway
• Retail and Distribution - Steve McCarthy
• Food and Drink - James Bradley
• Rural Industries - Peter Hamilton
• Safety Science - John Cooper

If you are interested in becoming the Branch Link for an unlinked group please click the "Link Application" link to the right.