ISO 45001

ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System

ISO 45001:2018 sets the stage for the best practices for an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS).

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What is ISO 45001?

An Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) is an essential segment of an organisation's risk management strategy. ISO 45001:2018 sets the stage for the best practices for an OHSMS. It assists organisations in initiating, putting into effect, and managing practical health and safety systems.

ISO 45001:2018 is a set of rules, policies, processes, plans, practices and direction for its use, thereby facilitating organisations to ensure safe and healthy workplaces. It places a strong focus on documenting, assessing and addressing all potential risks, hazards and processes.

ISO 45001:2018 was published in March 2018. This standard is based on the earlier OHSAS 18001 and replaces it. All organisations that previously had OHSAS 18001 certification were mandated to transition and be certified with ISO 45001 within a period of 3 years, which ended on 11th September 2021.

Why is ISO 45001 necessary?

  • As stated by the International Labor Organisation, more than seven thousand labourers die from work related accidents and disorders every single day. This led to the establishment of an International Standard by ISO with the objective of combating this problem and saving as many lives as possible.
  • The goal of ISO 45001 is to drive down incidents of occupational injuries and illness, along with protecting and supporting physical and mental health.
  • An effectual occupational health and safety management system will enable you to protect your greatest asset; your people.
  • ISO 45001:2018 is designed in such a way that the workers themselves are allowed to report and recommend areas of improvement without having to fear dismissal. The organisation must urge workers at all levels to report hazardous conditions, so that preventive measures can be implemented and remedial steps taken.

Who Can Obtain ISO 45001 Certification?

  • ISO 45001:2018 is intended for organisations that seek to establish, implement and maintain a safety management system to eliminate hazards.
  • ISO 45001:2018 is suitable to any organisation regardless of its size, kind, nature, sector or activities.
  • It is a great framework to employ in your company to build organisational stability.
  • This standard is flexible and can suit a wide range of organisations
  1. Large enterprises
  2. Small and medium-sized enterprises
  3. Public and not-for-profit organisations
  4. Non-government organisations (NGOs) and charities

What Are the Benefits of ISO 45001 Certification?

  • Reduction of workplace accidents/incidents
  • Minimisation of absenteeism, resulting in boosted productivity.
  • Employing ISO 45001:2018 in your company demonstrates compliance with health and safety law to meet legal requirements.
  • The ISO 45001:2018 standard requires the top management to contribute to the effectiveness of OHSMS by directing, leading, supporting and communicating with workers, thus promoting organisational culture and leadership.
  • Improved staff morale
  • Less risk of delay of production.
  • A safe environment for efficient working.
  • Demonstrate the commitment of organisation towards maintaining the safety and health at the workplace.
  • Minimising the number of accidents at workplace.
  • Meet all the legal obligations.
  • Saving of cost and time with minimized accidents.
  • Provide employees with a sense of safety and security which will enhance their productivity.
  • Have a robust system in place that helps in continual improvement of health and safety at the workplace.

One of the biggest advantages of employing ISO 45001 is the strengthening of your company's public image. It shows that your company belongs among the businesses who care for its workers and creates a sustainable workplace.

Along with the good public reputation, reduced accidents will help you to obtain insurance at a more reasonable cost. This improvement in cost control is a bonus that can't be overlooked while one makes the decision to implement an Operational Risk Management System.

Key Areas Assessed Against the ISO 45001:2018 Standard

The key areas that are assessed against the ISO 45001:2018 standard include;

  • placement of a management system,
  • Risk assessment and planning to minimise them,
  • training and awareness of the staff members,
  • communicating the safety management system to all the departments of the organisation,
  • planning effective response to any emergency situations,
  • ensuring continuous monitoring and improvement of the management system.

If you're looking to achieve ISO 45001 certification then get in touch. Our consultants assist you at every stage of the certification process from planning, assessment, and implementation of the management system. Our consultants help in the process of application and verification, so you get a complete solution under one roof. We also assist you in the documentation and maintenance of the system which is necessary for the audits conducted by the regulatory authorities.

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