ISO 45001 – Occupational Health And Safety Management

DAS supports organisations in implementing ISO 45001 and other management system standards to help improve workplace safety, reduce risks, and promote the well-being of workers.

🌍 Recognised internationally as the benchmark for health and safety management, ISO 45001 provides a structured framework that enables organisations to demonstrate their commitment to creating safer working environments.

Key Benefits of Implementing ISO 45001 💡

  • 👷 Protecting your workforce and promoting their welfare
  • ⚖️ Demonstrating due diligence in meeting health and safety requirements
  • 🌱 Establishing sustainable practices that improve resilience
  • 🤝 Encouraging stakeholder participation to identify potential hazards and mitigate risks

With the increasing challenges in workplace safety, ISO 45001 offers a clear framework for improving working conditions. At its core is the principle of preventing work-related injury and ill health by providing safe and healthy workplaces.

About ISO 45001:2018 📘

Developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), ISO 45001 sets out the requirements for an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS).

  • It replaces OHSAS 18001.
  • Follows the Annexe SL structure, making it easier to integrate with other ISO standards such as:
    • ✅ ISO 9001 (Quality)
    • ✅ ISO 14001 (Environment)

Requirements of ISO 45001 🛠️

ISO 45001 is structured into 10 clauses, with key requirements including:

  • Clause 4 – Context of the Organisation
    Understand internal/external factors and stakeholder needs.
  • Clause 5 – Leadership and Worker Participation
    Top management commitment, OH&S policy, defined roles, and worker consultation.
  • Clause 6 – Planning
    Identify and assess risks, set objectives, and plan mitigation.
  • Clause 7 – Support
    Provide resources, competence, awareness, communication, and documented information.
  • Clause 8 – Operation
    Control processes, eliminate hazards, manage change, and ensure emergency preparedness.
  • Clause 9 – Performance Evaluation
    Monitor performance, conduct audits, and review management systems.
  • Clause 10 – Improvement
    Address incidents, nonconformities, and continually improve OH&S performance.

Benefits of ISO 45001 Certification 🌟

  • ✅ Compliance with occupational health and safety requirements
  • ✅ Reduction in workplace incidents and injuries
  • ✅ Enhanced organisational reputation and worker confidence
  • ✅ Increased employee engagement and morale
  • ✅ Potential reduction in insurance costs and liabilities
  • ✅ Improved operational efficiency through better risk management
  • ✅ Recognition as an organisation committed to worker health and safety