IOSHQ Intellectual Property Policy
The IOSHQ Intellectual Property Policy explains the permitted use of IOSHQ website content, educational materials, publications, branding and other intellectual property.
About the IOSHQ Intellectual Property Policy
This policy applies to intellectual property associated with The Institute of Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management, including original website content, educational materials, publications, graphics, program materials and institutional branding where IOSHQ owns or controls the applicable rights.
Third-party materials remain subject to the intellectual property rights and terms of their respective owners.
IOSHQ Content and Educational Materials
IOSHQ intellectual property may include original materials developed for institutional, educational, assessment, communication and website purposes. Protection and ownership depend on the nature of the material and applicable rights.
Educational Materials
Original lessons, learning resources, instructional materials and supporting educational content may constitute protected intellectual property.
Assessment Materials
Assessment questions, examination materials, marking resources and related academic content may be subject to additional restrictions because of their educational function and confidentiality.
Website & Publications
Original website copy, graphics, downloadable resources and institutional publications may also be protected.
Personal and Educational Use
Where access is legitimately provided, users may view IOSHQ materials and use them for the purpose for which access was granted. Learner access to program materials is intended primarily for participation in the relevant educational activity and personal study.
Access to content does not, by itself, transfer ownership of the underlying intellectual property or grant unrestricted rights to reproduce, publish, distribute, modify, license or commercially exploit that content.
Reproduction and Distribution Restrictions
Unless permission has been granted or use is otherwise permitted by applicable law, IOSHQ materials should not be reproduced or redistributed in a manner that exceeds the purpose for which access was provided.
Unauthorized Copying
Protected materials should not be substantially copied, republished or distributed without appropriate authorization.
Commercial Exploitation
IOSHQ materials should not be sold, licensed, packaged into another commercial offering or otherwise commercially exploited without authorization.
Restricted Materials
Assessment, examination, instructor-only or other restricted materials must not be disclosed or circulated without authorization.
Intellectual Property and Learner Work
Learners are expected to distinguish their own work from material created by others and to acknowledge sources appropriately. Unauthorized copying, plagiarism or improper submission of another person’s work may also constitute an academic integrity matter.
Rules governing learner submissions and assessment conduct should be read together with the IOSHQ Academic Integrity Policy.
IOSHQ Name, Logos and Institutional Marks
The IOSHQ name, logos and other institutional identifiers should not be used in a way that falsely suggests authorization, accreditation, partnership, endorsement or an official relationship with IOSHQ.
Organizations, training providers and other third parties should obtain appropriate authorization before using IOSHQ branding where permission is required.
Third-Party Intellectual Property
IOSHQ materials or website pages may refer to third-party organizations, standards, publications, trademarks or external resources. Ownership of those materials and identifiers remains with the applicable rights holders.
Reference to a third-party name, standard or resource does not transfer ownership to IOSHQ and should not automatically be interpreted as sponsorship, endorsement or affiliation.
Requesting Permission to Use IOSHQ Content
Anyone seeking to reproduce, distribute, adapt, publish or otherwise use IOSHQ intellectual property beyond the use already authorized should contact IOSHQ before proceeding.
A permission request should identify the material concerned, the proposed use, intended audience, distribution method and whether the proposed activity is commercial or non-commercial.
Reporting Intellectual Property Concerns
If you believe material published through an IOSHQ-controlled website or service infringes intellectual property rights, you may contact IOSHQ with sufficient information to identify and review the material.
Useful information may include identification of the protected work, the location of the material in question, the basis of the concern and appropriate contact information for follow-up.
IOSHQ Intellectual Property Policy FAQ
Access to IOSHQ educational materials does not automatically grant unrestricted copying or redistribution rights. Materials should be used within the scope for which access was provided unless additional permission or another lawful basis applies.
IOSHQ materials should not be incorporated into a commercial training product or service without appropriate authorization where IOSHQ controls the relevant intellectual property rights.
The IOSHQ logo and institutional branding should only be used where appropriate authorization exists and must not be presented in a way that creates a false impression of approval, accreditation, partnership or endorsement.
Contact IOSHQ and identify the specific material, intended use, audience, distribution method and whether the proposed use is commercial or non-commercial.
Need Permission or Want to Report a Concern?
Contact IOSHQ regarding proposed use of IOSHQ intellectual property or concerns involving materials published through IOSHQ-controlled services.