ISO 45001
The globally recognized standard for occupational health and safety management systems. Continually improve performance and keep occupational health and safety risks under control.
Foster a safe workplace and consistent wellbeing
ISO 45001 is an international standard that focuses on occupational health and safety (OH&S) management systems with the aim of preventing work-related injuries, illnesses and fatalities. It provides a framework to establish and implement effective OH&S policies and practices, ensuring the health, safety and well-being of employees and other stakeholders in the workplace.
- Prioritize OH&S
- Reduce workplace incidents
- Meet legal requirements
Create a culture of safety
ISO 45001 encourages a culture of safety and employee engagement, promoting awareness and proactive involvement in safety initiatives. The certification also demonstrates a commitment to safety, which can enhance an organization's reputation with stakeholders, customers and partners. In addition, employees feel safer and more valued in a workplace that prioritizes their health and well-being.
- Increase employee satisfaction
- Enhanced reputation
- Improve safety culture
The benefits of ISO 45001 certification
ISO 45001 is a valuable tool for organizations seeking to create a safer and healthier work environment while complying with legal requirements and improving their overall business performance. It fosters a culture of safety and continuous improvement, benefitting employees, organizations and society as a whole.
- Global recognition
- Cost reduction
- Continuous improvement
Meeting the requirements of ISO 45001
Meeting ISO 45001 requirements involves establishing and implementing an effective occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system within your organization. Ideagen EHS software can assist you in achieving compliance with ISO 45001 efficiently.
Meeting the requirements of ISO 45001
ISO 45001 requirements |
Ideagen environmental, health and safety solution |
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| Demonstrate top management's commitment to OH&S by setting policy, assigning responsibilities and ensuring that resources are allocated. | Management can set and communicate OH&S policies, assign responsibilities and allocate resources through a centralized system. With visibility of the entire document lifecycle, the system provides a 360-degree view of KPIs and valuable data for corporate and site level EHS teams. |
| Identify and assess the relevant OH&S risks and hazards associated with your operations. | Identify and assess OH&S risks and hazards with the risk assessment templates, risk matrix tools and workflows for tracking and mitigating identified risks. Get actionable insights to mitigate loss and workplace safety risks. |
| Stay informed about OH&S legal and regulatory requirements relevant to your industry and location. | Access features for tracking and managing these requirements, sending compliance updates and documenting compliance efforts. The software provides a central repository for storing and tracking permit-related data, including conditions, required tasks, renewal dates and costs. |
| Establish measurable OH&S objectives and targets, aligned with the OH&S policy, to drive continuous improvement. | Ideagen EHS allows organizations to establish measurable OH&S objectives and targets, track progress toward these goals and link them to the OH&S policy. The software allows for tracking progress toward these objectives with a sustainability performance management solution. |
| Ensure that personnel have the necessary skills and training to perform their OH&S-related tasks effectively. | The training management function tracks and manages employee training and competencies, ensuring that personnel have the necessary skills and qualifications for their OH&S-related tasks. |
| Implement controls and procedures to manage OH&S risks during daily operations. | Ideagen EHS software enables the documentation and monitoring of operational controls and procedures to manage OH&S risks during daily operations. |
ISO 45001 FAQs
Who can implement ISO 45001?
ISO 45001 can be implemented by organizations of all sizes and industries, including manufacturing, services, construction, healthcare and more.
How does ISO 45001 differ from other OH&S standards?
ISO 45001 is aligned with Annex SL, a high-level structure shared by many ISO management system standards. It emphasizes risk-based thinking and a process approach.
How does ISO 45001 address worker participation?
The standard encourages employee involvement in identifying hazards, reporting incidents and contributing to OH&S decision-making processes.
Can ISO 45001 be integrated with other management system standards?
Yes, ISO 45001 is designed to be integrated with other ISO management system standards, such as ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management).
What is the process for ISO 45001 certification?
Organizations must establish and implement an OH&S management system in line with the standard's requirements. They then undergo an audit by a certification body to assess compliance with ISO 45001. If successful, they receive certification.
What are the key elements of ISO 45001?
Key elements include leadership and commitment, worker participation, hazard identification and risk assessment. There's also legal compliance, objectives and performance monitoring and continual improvement.
Is ISO 45001 certification mandatory?
Certification is not mandatory, but organizations choose to seek certification to demonstrate their commitment to OH&S to stakeholders.