Overview

The ISO 45001:2018 standard strengthens Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management by promoting leadership, risk management, and worker involvement. This course highlights key sections of the standard in the context of the OHS Act 85 of 1993, equipping delegates with confidence and practical understanding of how OH&S systems safeguard employees, ensure compliance, and foster a safer, more resilient workplace.

Why Should an Individual Attend?

• Master ISO 45001:2018 Implementation. Gain the expertise to establish, maintain, and improve a robust Occupational Health and Safety Management System in alignment with international standards.
• Globally Recognized Certification. Position your organization for ISO 45001:2018 certification, boosting credibility, compliance, and competitiveness across industries.
• Seamless Integration with Existing Systems. Learn how to efficiently expand current frameworks like Quality (QMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) to include ISO 45001 requirements, without creating new documentation from scratch.
• Minimize Risks and Reduce Costs. Proactively lower workplace risks that lead to costly lost workdays and regulatory penalties through effective safety management strategies.
• Create a Safer, More Productive Workplace. Develop the skills to identify potential hazards, assess their impact, implement appropriate controls, and continuously monitor results, fostering a culture of safety and productivity.

Outcomes

At the conclusion of the training, the learner will be able to

• Strategic OHS Alignment: Implement an Occupational Health & Safety Management System that aligns with your organisation's strategic direction, driving stronger performance and safer workplaces.
• Seamless Integration: Apply ISO 45001:2018 principles directly to existing processes, eliminating the need for separate systems while enhancing efficiency.
• Practical Application: Confidently embed key concepts into daily operations, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety.
• Certification Readiness: Enable your organisation to achieve ISO 45001:2018 certification, demonstrating commitment to world-class occupational health and safety standards.

Program Outline

• Importance and benefits of an ISO 45 001: 2018 OMS
• Composition and lay-out of ISO 45 001
  • High-Level Structure and Annex A, Terms and Definitions
• Understanding critical requirements of the standard:
  
  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments, Consultation and Participation
• Leadership requirements:
  
  • Commitment, Policy and OHS Objectives
•  Planning and Implementation:
  
  • Statutory and Regulatory requirements
• Resource requirements and Operational Controls
• Monitoring and performance measurement activities
• Verification and Conformity Assessments