Having worked across the Middle East and South East Asia over the past 8 years, I can certainly say that in general, the designatory letters are recognised and have assisted/supported me moving forward.

I think your experience is probably due to the exposure IOSH have in the US?

Cheers
Richard

Sorry, I should have checked--apparently, BCSP recognisesd IOSH's MIOSH and states that:-

CSP Candidates:
•Will have a minimum of a U.S. Bachelor’s degree in any field or an Associate’s in safety, health, or the environment, or a closely related field

•Will have 4 years of safety experience where safety is at least 50%, preventative, professional level with breadth and depth of safety duties.

•Will have a BCSP-Approved Credential
•Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH)*

Source:-
http://www.bcsp.org/CSP

Hi Donnex,

Here in Australia CMIOSH has benefited me to a degree , however, it has only been in instances where I am interviewed by/ interacting with other IOSH members who are generally fellow expats. I recall my first interview here in Perth being with a CFIOSH - he stated your CV got through because you put the Institution rather than Institute of Occupational Safety Health on your resume ... !

The Safety Institute Australia have recently started to go down a more formal route of accreditation and certification similar to IOSH but no where near as structured or credible and thus less desirable. I still keep my IOSH membership rather than re certifying under another body.

My thoughts are that it is a pity the profile and standing of IOSH cannot be driven a bit more in regions as Australia and New Zealand as their are multiple similarities in the approach to and "make up" of Safety Professionals.

Cheers,
Phil