Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS)
A safe and healthy workplace is not just a legal requirement—it’s a responsibility every organization must uphold. With increasing awareness of occupational health and safety, businesses worldwide are turning to ISO 45001:2018 Certification as a benchmark for managing risks, preventing accidents, and ensuring employee well-being. This certification demonstrates a company’s commitment to creating a secure environment while improving efficiency and compliance.
ISO 45001:2018 is the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), it provides a framework for identifying, controlling, and reducing risks associated with workplace hazards. It replaces the earlier OHSAS 18001 standard and integrates with other ISO management systems like ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 14001 (Environment).
Implementing ISO 45001:2018 brings a wide range of benefits:
Establishes a proactive approach to risk prevention.
Improves employee safety, health, and morale.
Ensures compliance with occupational safety laws and regulations.
Enhances an organization’s reputation and stakeholder trust.
Reduces downtime and costs caused by workplace accidents.
Any organization, regardless of size or industry, that wants to improve workplace safety and reduce risks can benefit from certification.
ISO 45001 replaced OHSAS 18001 in 2018, with a more proactive risk-prevention approach and integration into ISO’s High-Level Structure (HLS).
No, it is voluntary. However, many industries and clients prefer or require certified suppliers for assurance of workplace safety.
Depending on the size and complexity of the organization, certification may take 6–12 months.
ISO 45001 certification is valid for three years, subject to annual surveillance audits.
Nonconformities are reported during audits, and corrective actions must be taken before certification can be granted or renewed.
Yes. ISO 45001 is designed to align with other ISO management system standards, making integration easier.
Not necessarily, but it significantly reduces risks and provides a structured approach to managing incidents and preventing future occurrences.
Costs depend on company size, scope, training needs, and chosen certification body. They generally include consulting, training, audit, and surveillance costs.
Evaluating your current system against ISO 45001 requirements
Creating policies, manuals, and SOPs aligned with the standard
Awareness, Internal Auditor, and implementation workshops for your team
Practical guidance to roll out QMS processes effectively
Mock audits and readiness checks before the certification body arrives
Helping you align ISO 45001 with other standards for efficiency
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Gap analysis and roadmap creation
Drafting and aligning QMS documentation
Deploying processes with staff engagement
Training, mock audits, and management review
Assisting during external certification audits