ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety Management System Certification

What is the ISO 45001 standard?

ISO 45001:2018 sets the international benchmark for Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Management Systems. It addresses the critical issue surrounding workplace accidents & illnesses by enabling organisations to proactively manage OH&S risks and enhance overall performance. This standard is essential for organisations committed to safety, minimising workplace hazards, and fostering safer working conditions.

Utilising Annex SL, a standardised high-level structure developed by the International Organisation for Standardisation, ISO 45001 can be easily integrated with other management systems, such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Why should your organisation pursue ISO 45001 certification?

ISO 45001 certification demonstrates an organisation's dedication to providing a safe and healthy work environment. It involves the prevention of work-related injuries and ill health by systematically eliminating hazards, identifying and minimising OH&S risks, and fulfilling legal and regulatory requirements.

Benefits of an ISO 45001 Management System

ISO 45001 certification underscores an organisation’s commitment to ensuring employee safety and wellbeing. The standardised OH&S management system offers numerous benefits, including:

• Establishing a safe and healthy work environment
• Enhancing OH&S performance
• Formulating and implementing an OH&S policy and objectives
• Developing a systematic and auditable process for managing OH&S risks
• Reducing the frequency of workplace accidents and incidents
• Defining clear documentation requirements for effective safety management
• Encouraging active participation from all staff levels in OH&S matters
• Demonstrating adherence to regulatory requirements and meeting customer expectations
• Boosting team morale and employee empowerment
• Cultivating a reputation as a workplace committed to safety
• Facilitating seamless integration with other management systems to create a cohesive and efficient framework across various management functions