ISO Certification

ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS)

What is ISO 45001?

ISO 45001:2018 is the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). It provides a framework to help organisations manage risks, improve safety and protect employees and other stakeholders from work-related injuries and illnesses.

Purpose of ISO 45001

01

Prevent Harm

Reduce the risk of workplace injuries and ill health by proactively identifying hazards and implementing effective control measures.

02

Manage Health & Safety Risks

Systematically identify, assess and manage occupational health and safety (OHS) risks to create safer working conditions.

03

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, regulations and standards to minimise legal and operational risk.

04

Foster a Safe Work Culture

Promote a positive health and safety culture where responsibility, awareness and wellbeing are embedded across the organisation.

How can True Solutions help?

We can support your business at any stage in its ISO journey, whether it is just starting or already has an Occupational Health and Safety management system in place.

Gap Analysis & Risk Assessment

Evaluate your current health and safety management practices, identify gaps against ISO 45001:2018 requirements and assess risks to employees, contractors, and visitors across all operational processes.

OHSMS Development & Documentation

Develop policies, procedures and safety controls aligned with ISO 45001:2018 standards. Establish hazard identification, risk assessment and control procedures and document incident reporting, emergency preparedness and occupational health programs.

Implementation Support

Assist in rolling out health and safety procedures and practices organisation wide, conduct staff training and safety awareness programs and provide templates, checklists and monitoring tools for effective OHS management.

Internal Audits & Readiness Assessment

Conduct internal audits to ensure readiness for ISO 45001 certification and identify non-conformities and provide actionable recommendations for corrective actions.

Certification Support

Guide your organisation through the certification process with accredited ISO certification bodies and provide ongoing advisory support to maintain compliance and continual improvement.

Continuous Improvement & Monitoring

Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor occupational health and safety performance. Support regular reviews, incident investigations, and updates to ensure ongoing safety improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can implement ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System)?

Any organisation, regardless of size or sector, can implement ISO 45001 to improve its health and safety performance and compliance.

How often is ISO 45001 certification renewed?

Certification is valid for three years, with annual surveillance and internal audits to ensure continued compliance with the standard.

Can ISO 45001 be integrated with other ISO management system standards?

Yes. If you are looking to implement two or more standards together, or already have a standard in place, ISO 45001 can be integrated easily with other ISO management systems, such as ISO 14001, 27001, and 9001.

How is ISO 45001 certification achieved?

Certification is achieved by:

  • Implementing a management system in line with ISO 45001 requirements.
  • Conducting internal audits and management reviews.
  • Undergoing a third-party certification audit by an accredited body.

True Solutions can provide support and expert knowledge on all stages of the process.

How long can it take to become ISO 45001 certified?

Dependent on the complexity and readiness of the organisation, ISO 45001 can typically take 4-6 months to implement.

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