ISO 45001 — Health & Safety
Framework for managing occupational health and safety risks and providing safe workplaces.
Standard Overview
ISO 45001 — Occupational Health & Safety
ISO 45001 can be adopted by any organization wishing to implement a formal procedure to reduce the risks associated with health and safety in the working environment for employees, customers and the general public.
The OHSAS specification is applicable to any organisation that wishes to:
- Establish an OH&S management system to eliminate or minimize risk to employees and other interested parties who may be exposed to OH&S risks associated with its activities.
- Implement, maintain and continually improve an OH&S management system.
What is ISO 45001:2018?
ISO 45001:2018 is an international standard giving requirements related to health and safety management systems. It is designed to help organizations control occupational health and safety risks. It enables an organization to have control over, and knowledge of, all relevant hazards resulting from normal operations and abnormal situations, and improve its performance.
OHSAS uses the prevention concept instead of cure. OHSAS 18001 has been designed to be compatible with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, to help your organization meet their health and safety obligations in an efficient manner.
Scope & Objectives
Scope & Benefits of ISO 45001:2018
The standard has three core objectives
Minimize Risk
Minimize risk to employees and others in the workplace.
Improve Performance
Improve business performance through safer operations.
Responsible Image
Assist organizations in establishing a responsible image within the marketplace.
Main Benefits
Cost Reduction
Cost reduction through improvement in work safety.
Reduced Absenteeism
Reduction in number of accidents and absenteeism.
Staff Protection
Demonstrate your commitment to the protection of staff, property and plant.
Legal Compliance
Demonstrate legal compliance with OH&S regulations.
Employee Motivation
Increase in employee motivation across the organization.
Safety Culture
Improve your safety culture throughout the organization.
Flexible Transitions
Increased flexibility and smoother transition to changes through more transparent processes.
Hazard Control
Increase control and reduction of hazards through setting of objectives, targets and evolved responsibility.
Our Services
ISO 45001 Services
ISO 45001 Certification & Compliance
Full scope verification and certification for Occupational Health & Safety Management System requirements.
Comprehensive Audit & Assessment
Thorough on-site and documentation audits to evaluate your occupational health and safety management system.
Training & Consultancy
Expert coaching and training for your teams on ISO 45001 implementation and workplace safety best practices.
Ongoing Compliance Support
Continuous monitoring and support to maintain your ISO 45001 certification and safety standards.
Documentation & Reporting
Professional OH&S documentation, risk assessments, and management review reporting assistance.
Remediation Support
Fixing non-conformities and gaps identified during the health and safety management assessment process.
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Why Certify with Eurocert SA?
About Eurocert
Eurocert Asia is affiliated with Eurocert SA, Athens, Greece, which is a leading global independent third-party inspection, audit and certification body. Through this affiliation, clients benefit from internationally recognised accreditation, a worldwide footprint, and highly trained auditors with deep expertise in occupational health and safety management systems and ISO 45001 certification pathways.
Our Expertise
Eurocert has earned recognition in the field of OHSAS certification by conducting audits according to OHSAS 18001 for many years.
Certification with Eurocert SA means evaluation and acceptance by an accredited and well-respected third-party professional organization.
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to gain an ISO 45001:2018 certificate?
Typically between 6-12 months, although this depends on many factors. The company must demonstrate that the management system is fully implemented and meets all the requirements of the standard.
Does it substitute public audits?
ISO 45001:2018 is a voluntary certification aiming at continual improvement which cannot replace public or official audits. By organizing the company however, ISO 45001:2018 ensures that the company complies with all relevant legislation and helps prevent any unexpected problems or fines during official audits.
Is it compatible with other standards?
ISO 45001:2018 has been developed to be compatible with the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
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