ISO 45001 is used for Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&S MS). It provides a framework to help organizations ensure the safety and health of employees and other interested parties in the workplace.
The purpose of ISO 45001 is to help organizations establish and implement an effective occupational safety and health management system to prevent workplace accidents, injuries and occupational diseases. The standard is based on best practices in occupational safety and health, as well as relevant standards and guidance from the International Labor Organization (ILO).
ISO 45001 occupational safety and health management system covers the following aspects:
- Risk assessment and management: Organizations need to identify and assess the various risks associated with the workplace and develop appropriate controls to reduce or eliminate these risks.
- Regulatory Compliance: Organizations need to ensure that they comply with local and international occupational safety and health regulations and requirements and incorporate them into their management systems.
- Employee involvement: Organizations need to actively promote employee involvement and participation to ensure that they play an active role in the effective implementation and continuous improvement of occupational safety and health management systems.
- Training and awareness: Organizations need to provide appropriate training and awareness activities to ensure employees understand the risks and safety requirements in the workplace and have the necessary skills and knowledge to deal with potential hazards.
- Monitoring and auditing: The organization needs to identify methods for monitoring and auditing the occupational safety and health management system to ensure its effective operation and continuous improvement.
By implementing an ISO 45001 occupational safety and health management system, organizations can effectively manage and reduce workplace risks, improve employee safety and health, and achieve compliance with regulatory requirements. At the same time, it also helps to improve the image and credibility of the organization and increase the trust and satisfaction of relevant parties.