Section 3: Functions and Powers of the Institute.

The Institute shall:(a) conduct examinations and award certificates and diplomas as well as advise employers on matters relating to qualifications for the practice of safety management in Nigeria;
(b) conduct research into all aspects of safety management;
(c) organize lectures, seminars, workshops and otherwise provide training for persons aspiring to qualify and practice as safety professionals;
(d) establish and maintain list of persons registered as safety professionals in Nigeria and publish from time to time those so registered;
(e) perform such other functions as may be necessary for the advancement of the Institute and the safety management profession;
(f) acquire and hold such movable and immovable property as may be necessary or expedient for putting into effect the provisions of this Act;
(g) demand and receive from any course participant or student of the Institute such fees as the Board may from time to time determine;
(h) have power to affiliate with any university or other tertiary institutions for the purpose of offering higher degree programmes; and
(i) in collaboration with relevant agencies of government, regulate the practice of safety management in Nigeria.