ISO 45001 - OHSMS

ISO 45001 - OHSMS

ISO 45001 is an internationally recognised standard that specifies requirements for an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS), along with guidance for its use.

    What is ISO 45001?

    ISO 45001:2018 is a globally recognized standard for occupational health and safety management. It aims to enhance employee safety, reduce workplace risks and create better, safer working conditions. This standard demonstrates an organisation’s commitment to controlling health and safety risks by implementing processes and procedures to minimise work-related incidents.The standard enables an organisation of any size or type to improve its OH&S performance.
    ISO 45001 certification provides a framework for organizations to:
    • Provide an effective process for improving workplace health and safety.
    • Control the risk of accidents in the workplace.
    • Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations.
    • Foster continuous safety and risk management practices to satisfy interested parties.

What are the benefits?

    • Hazard Identification and Risk Mitigation
    • Cost Reduction
    • Improved Safety Awareness
    • Performance Evaluation & Improvement
    • Regulatory Compliance
    • Worker Engagement & Improved Morale
    • Enhanced Reputation
    • Global Recognition


Key Requirements of ISO 45001

The ISO 45001 standard outlines a number of requirements that organisations must meet to demonstrate their commitment to Occupational Health and Safety. These include

Organisational Context: 

Understanding the organisation’s external and internal context.

Leadership:

 Leadership commitment to occupational health and safety and continuous improvement, including aligning policies to the organization’s strategic objectives.

Hazard Identification & Risk Management:

Identifying and mitigating workplace hazards and risks to ensure the safety of employees and others.

Continuous Performance Evaluation: 

Regularly assessing and improving the performance of the occupational health and safety management system.

Safety Awareness Enhancement: 

Promoting a culture of heightened awareness regarding occupational health and safety risks among all personnel.

Regulatory Compliance Readiness: 

Preparing the organisation to effectively respond to and comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.