Definition
The ISO 45001 standard is internationally accepted as a method of assessing and auditing occupational health and safety management systems. Developed by leading trade and international standards bodies, it provides a framework for organizations to instigate proper and effective management of health and safety in the workplace.
By having a clearly defined management system in place to identify and control health and safety risks, organizations are able to minimize risks to their workforce, visitors or external contractors on their premises. The standard will enable them to put in place processes for continually reviewing and improving occupational health and safety.
Scope
Key areas that will be assessed by ISO 45001 certification:
-
management systems in place
-
planning and risk assessment
-
staff training and awareness
-
communication of safety management systems
-
response to emergency situations
-
monitoring and continual improvement
Health and safety management System
Achieving a structured health and safety management system throughout the organization will demonstrate your commitment to the welfare of your staff and external parties.
It will provide a framework to implement the ISO 45001 requirements and a process for continual improvement.
Benefits of ISO 45001
The development of a robust and manageable system will provide benefits to the organization and its workforce regarding:
-
cost savings
-
reduction in accidents
-
a safe environment to do business
-
the minimizing of risks from production delays
Suitability
ISO 45001 is suitable for all types of organizations seeking to become more efficient in managing and reducing accidents in the workplace.
By setting up systems that are assessed by a third party certification body, organizations will prove to their staff, suppliers and customers that they take health and safety issues seriously.
ISO 45001 accreditation provides a framework to help organizations meet their legal obligations for health and safety in the workplace.
The audit can be undertaken by a number of Certification bodies, however it is important to note that not all auditing organizations are UKAS accredited. If you do not use a UKAS accredited auditor your certification could end up being worthless.