ISO 45001: Ensuring Occupational Health and Safety Compliance

5 units

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About this program

Risks related to workplace health and safety can result in significant human, legal, and financial repercussions. ISO 45001 establishes the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS), assisting organizations in minimizing incidents, enhancing safety outcomes, and showcasing adherence to global standards.
The ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Compliance Training Course equips participants with the expertise to develop, execute, and sustain OHSMS programs in line with ISO 45001 criteria. The course covers risk evaluation methods, strategies for fostering a safety culture, and auditing techniques to guarantee effective compliance and ongoing enhancement.
By engaging in case studies, simulations, and hands-on activities, attendees will acquire practical experience to boost workplace safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance organizational resilience.

Course benefits

  • Acquire comprehensive understanding of ISO 45001 standards and their implementation.
  • Master effective management of occupational health and safety risks.
  • Enhance adherence to international health and safety guidelines.
  • Boost prevention of incidents and overall workplace safety performance.
  • Equip for successful ISO 45001 certification audits.

Key outcomes

  • Comprehend the structure and requirements of ISO 45001.
  • Perform occupational health and safety risk assessments.
  • Develop and deploy OHSMS frameworks.
  • Implement controls aimed at hazard elimination and risk mitigation.
  • Continuously monitor, evaluate, and improve safety performance.
  • Cultivate safety awareness and foster a culture of responsibility.
  • Prepare organizations for certification and compliance audits.

Who should attend

  • Health and safety managers.
  • Compliance and governance officers.
  • Internal auditors and members of OHSMS implementation teams.
  • Senior executives accountable for workplace safety.

Course outline

1

Unit 1: Overview of ISO 45001 and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

  • Fundamental principles and advantages of managing occupational health and safety.
  • Essential requirements outlined in ISO 45001.
  • Organizational gains achieved through compliance.
  • Illustrative case studies of workplace accidents and safety lapses.
2

Unit 2: Workplace Hazard Recognition and Risk Evaluation

  • Techniques for detecting hazards within the workplace.
  • Assessing and prioritizing risks.
  • Instruments and methods for evaluating OHS risks.
  • Connecting risk assessments with appropriate control strategies.
3

Unit 3: Development and Deployment of OHSMS

  • Formulating policies, objectives, and operational procedures.
  • Defining roles, duties, and demonstrating leadership commitment.
  • Engaging employees in the OHSMS process.
  • Determining resource allocation and competency needs.
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Unit 4: Evaluation, Performance Measurement, and System Enhancement

  • Establishing key performance indicators and metrics.
  • Performing audits alongside management evaluations.
  • Investigating incidents and implementing corrective measures.
  • Promoting ongoing advancement of the OHSMS.
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Unit 5: Preparing for Certification and Fostering a Safety-Oriented Culture

  • Strategies for ISO 45001 certification preparation.
  • Typical nonconformities and audit observations.
  • Creating and maintaining a culture prioritizing safety.
  • Anticipating future occupational health and safety challenges.