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ISO 45001: International standard for occupational health and safety

Conformity Mark ISO 45001

What is ISO 45001 certification?

ISO 45001 is the international standard for occupational health and safety management systems. It provides a structured framework for organizations to proactively identify, assess, and manage risks in the workplace, protecting employees from accidents and illnesses.

By implementing ISO 45001, companies not only demonstrate responsibility for employee wellbeing but also achieve measurable improvements in operational efficiency, reduce costs related to workplace incidents, and enhance staff satisfaction and motivation.

Developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), ISO 45001 replaced OHSAS 18001 and sets the foundation for globally recognized occupational health and safety certification.

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Our target group of ISO 45001 certification

ISO 45001 certification is suitable for any organization, regardless of size or sector, that seeks to establish a robust occupational health and safety management system.

It is ideal for organizations that:

  • Prioritize employee wellbeing and safety
  • Aim to reduce workplace accidents and related costs
  • Seek to meet legal and regulatory requirements efficiently
  • Want to strengthen their reputation with customers, partners, and stakeholders

What are the benefits of ISO 45001 certification?

  • Systematic safety management
    Structured processes to identify and mitigate risks
  • Cost savings
    Reduce accident-related expenses and downtime
  • Legal compliance
    Fulfill regulatory and contractual obligations
  • Employee engagement
    Enhance motivation and professional development
  • Competitive advantage
    Showcase a high safety standard to clients and partners
  • Continuous improvement
    Regular audits and management reviews ensure ongoing optimization

Climate change considerations to management system standards

On February 2024, the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) IAF published a joint communiqué to highlight the addition of climate change considerations to a number of existing ISO management system standards (MSS).

Clauses 4.1 and 4.2 of the MSS are affected. This is to ensure that climate change issues are considered by the organization in the context of the effectiveness of the management system in addition to all other aspects.

The audit process for ISO 45001 certification

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Inquiry, proposal development & process overview

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Commissioning & customized planning

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Audit phase: Organizational insight & certification readiness

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Recognizing improvement opportunities

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Review and certificate preparation

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Official TÜV certification

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Ongoing system optimization and competitive growth

Frequently asked questions

FAQs on ISO 45001 certification

ISO 45001 is applicable to organizations of any size and industry that want to improve occupational health and safety performance.

Yes, its high-level structure allows integration with ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environment).

Audits review the system’s documentation, implementation, compliance, and continuous improvement measures.

Improved safety, awareness, motivation, and training opportunities, contributing to a healthier and more productive workplace.

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