ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)
ISO 45001:2018 is an international standard that specifies requirements for an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS). It provides a framework for organizations to establish, implement, and maintain systems that promote safe and healthy workplaces by preventing work-related injuries, illnesses, and hazards while proactively improving occupational health and safety (OH&S) performance.
Scope and Applicability
The standard is applicable to any organization seeking to:
- Develop and maintain an effective OH&S management system.
- Eliminate hazards and minimize occupational health and safety risks.
- Address system deficiencies and capitalize on OH&S opportunities.
- Manage nonconformities related to workplace activities.
Key Objectives of ISO 45001
An effective OHSMS helps organizations achieve the following outcomes, aligned with their OH&S policy:
- Continuous improvement in workplace health and safety performance.
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Fulfillment of OH&S objectives to enhance worker well-being.
ISO 45001 has been adopted as both a Norwegian (NS) and European (EN) standard, published as ISO 45001:2023 in Norway.
Benefits of Implementing ISO 45001
Internal Benefits:
- Safer workplace: Reduced incidents and injuries.
- Higher employee satisfaction and retention: Improved morale and lower turnover.
- Regulatory compliance: Adherence to legal and industry requirements.
- Operational efficiency: Fewer disruptions and reduced absenteeism.
- Engaged workforce: Active employee participation in safety practices.
External Benefits:
- Enhanced reputation: Demonstrated commitment to worker welfare.
- Competitive advantage: Improved stakeholder and client confidence.
- Lower recruitment costs: Attraction of talent through a positive workplace culture.
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