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ISO 45001

Occupational Health and Safety

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. The standard enables an organisation of any size or type to improve its OH&S performance.

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What Is ISO 45001?

ISO 45001:2018 is a globally recognised 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.

ISO 45001 certification provides a framework for organisations 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.

In 2022, over 397,000 certificates were issued for ISO 45001:2018, covering over half a million sites in 179 countries.

 

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What Are the Benefits of ISO 45001?

Hazard

Hazard identification and mitigation

Cost reduction

Reduce costs

Improved Safety

Improved safety awareness

Performance Evaluation Improvement

Evaluate performance

regulatory compliance

Regulatory compliance

Attracting New Clients

Attract new clients

employee engagement

Improved worker morale

Minimising downtime

Minimise downtime

Lower Insurance Premiums

Lower insurance premiums

Improved reputation

Stronger reputation

Operational Risk Management

Operational risk management

Global Recognition

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:

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Organisational context

Deeply understanding your organisation’s external and internal conditions that influence health and safety policies, including company culture and regulations.

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Leadership

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

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Hazard identification & risk management

Identifying and mitigating internal and external workplace hazards and risks to ensure the safety of employees and others, from heavy equipment to office layout.

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Operational risk controls

Implementing controls and procedures to manage health and safety risks associated with day-to-day operations, as well as emergency preparedness and response.

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Safety awareness enhancement

Promoting a culture of heightened self-awareness and community awareness regarding occupational health and safety risks among all employees in all departments.

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Continuous performance evaluation

Regularly assessing and improving the current performance of the occupational health and safety management system within every department.

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Worker engagement

Encouraging active employee participation in health and safety initiatives and decision-making to boost morale and employee engagement, and reduce staff turnover.

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Regulatory compliance readiness

Preparing the organisation to effectively and quickly respond to and comply with mandatory industry health and safety regulations and requirements as they are updated.

Why You Should Choose Amtivo

  • Our accreditation by INAB guarantees that your ISO certificate will be accepted worldwide
  • Ireland-based team that understands your needs
  • Free ISO management system software to simplify certification*
  • Five-star ratings, independently reviewed via Feefo
  • A wide range of training courses to build your expertise
  • Access to a global team with global resources
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Becoming ISO 45001 Certified

STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Stage One The initial assessment determines if the mandatory requirements of the standard are being met and if the management system is capable of proceeding to
Stage Two.
Stage Two The second assessment determines the effectiveness of the system, and seeks to confirm that the management system is implemented and operational.
Recommendation for Certification At this point in the process we review any corrective actions taken to address findings raised at Stage 1 & 2. Certification may be recommended.
Certification Review & Decision The organisations files are reviewed by an independent and impartial panel and the certification decision is made.
Certification Achieved Successful certification is communicated to the client. Certificates are issued.

STEP 1
Stage One The initial assessment determines if the mandatory requirements of the standard are being met and if the management system is capable of proceeding to
Stage Two.
STEP 2
Stage Two The second assessment determines the effectiveness of the system, and seeks to confirm that the management system is implemented and operational.
STEP 3
Recommendation for Certification At this point in the process we review any corrective actions taken to address findings raised at Stage 1 & 2. Certification may be recommended.
STEP 4
Certification Review & Decision The organisations files are reviewed by an independent and impartial panel and the certification decision is made.
STEP 5
Certification Achieved Successful certification is communicated to the client. Certificates are issued.

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Implementing ISO 45001

Elevating your Occupational Health & Safety Management System to meet ISO 45001 standards is a collective effort involving a variety of departments. Training courses are essential to prepare your teams and support them in understanding this certification. Amtivo offers a variety of ISO 45001 training courses, both online and face-to-face, to meet your needs. 

Our trainer-led courses are delivered by occupational health & safety management experts, these courses cover implementation strategies, auditing techniques and continuous improvement practices. 

ISO 45001 FAQs

Why work with Amtivo?

We’re accredited by the INAB and meet rigorous international certification standards, delivering ISO expertise to assess and certify ISO standards. Accreditation is the process by which a certification body is recognised to offer certification services.

To become accredited, Amtivo is required to implement a Quality Management System which is assessed by an Independent Authorised Body to determine that it meets International Standards. We’re audited annually to ensure our services meet the exact requirements of the relevant accreditation standards.

ISO 45001  certification provided by Amtivo is accredited by INAB (Irish National Accreditation Board).

What is ISO 45001:2018?

ISO 45001:2018 is the updated version of the standard for occupational health and safety. It was updated in March 2018 from its predecessor OHSAS 18001. 

How does ISO 45001 relate to other standards?

ISO 45001 follows the high-level structure approach (Annex SL) applied to other ISO management system standards, such as ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environment). In developing the standard, consideration has been given to the content of other international standards.

Those adopting the standard should find its requirements consistent with the other standards. This allows for relatively easy alignment and integration with the requirements of other ISO management system standards into an organisation’s overall management processes.

What industries implement ISO 45001?

The simple answer is all industries! If your organisation has people working on its behalf or who may be affected by its activities, then using a systematic approach to managing health and safety will prove beneficial. The standard can be used by small, low-risk operations and by high risk and large, complex organisations.

While the standard requires that OH&S risks be addressed and controlled, it also takes a risk-based approach to the OHSMS to ensure that it is effective and improved to meet an organisation’s ever-changing needs. This risk-based approach is consistent with the way organisations manage other business risks and encourages the integration of the standard’s requirements into organisations’ overall management processes.

According to the 2022 ISO survey, the construction industry had the highest number of ISO 45001 certificates, closely followed by wholesale & retail trade, electrical equipment and engineering services. Recently, we have seen an increase in organisations within the pharmaceuticals and food industries opting for ISO 45001 certification.

How long does the ISO 45001 certification last?

ISO 45001:2018 certification will last for three years and is subject to mandatory surveillance assessments to ensure compliance. At the end of the three years, your organisation will need to complete a recertification assessment to become re-certified to the standard.

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