An Introduction to ISO 45001:2018
At Blackmoes, we are ISO 45001 consultants. We help organisations all over the UK and world wide when they embark on a journey to gain their ISO 45001 certification. But what is ISO 45001:2018? How can it help your business? and what are the success factors?
In our Introduction to ISO 45001, we answer all of these questions and provide an overview about this certification. If your businesses is in the midst of navigating the creation and Implementation of an internal management system to help you gain your ISO 45001 certification, and you would like some expert guidance from a consultant you can trust, contact our team today.
Webinar: An Introduction to ISO 45001:2018
This webinar was held on the 27th June 2018 when the standard was last updated. We’ve gone in to depth about the following:-
- What is ISO 45001:2018? – More about this international standard and how to build a management system for managing occupational health in your workplace.
- What’s the difference between ISO 45001 and OHSAS 18001? – The replacement process and how the two overlap.
- SWOT and PESTLE – The wider environment and how to take external elements into consideration when creating a management system for ISO 45001.
- What are the success factors of ISO 45001? – Focusing on the factors you need for successful implementation.
What is ISO 45001:2018?
ISO 45001: is the globally recognised Health and Safety Standard. Occupational health and safety in the workplace is always a major concern for all organisations. Having an occupational health and safety management system will help you to protect your most important asset; your people.
ISO 45001 provides a robust set of requirements designed for improving workplace safety in organisations and supply chains, with the aim of reducing workplace injury and illness.
ISO 45001 replaces BS OHSAS 18001, the former British standard for workplace health and safety. If you are already certified to OHSAS 18001, you will have three years to migrate to the new standard.
Why is ISO 45001:2018 Important?
Hazard and Risk Identification – ISO 45001 enables organisations to systematically identify hazards, assess associated risks, and apply effective control measures—resulting in a measurable reduction in workplace injuries, illnesses, and incidents.
Commitment to your People – Adopting ISO 45001 sends a clear message to both employees and external stakeholders that the organisation is genuinely committed to safeguarding worker health, safety, and overall wellbeing. This not only enhances morale and staff retention but also strengthens the organisation’s reputation.
Legal Compliance – The standard also supports legal compliance by ensuring conformity with relevant OH&S legislation and regulatory requirements. Its proactive, risk-based approach can further lead to operational efficiencies and may contribute to reduced insurance costs over time.
Build the Resilience of your Organisation – By embedding emergency preparedness and response protocols into the management system, ISO 45001 helps build organisational resilience and ensures a swift, coordinated reaction to safety-related threats or crises.
Continuous Improvement for your Organisation – Importantly, ISO 45001 follows the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, promoting continual improvement and long-term enhancement of health and safety performance across the organisation.
How Blackmores can help you to achieve ISO 45001 certification
Blackmores are trusted ISO 45001 consultant with a weath of industry knowledge and experience. We work closely with our clients to ensure their success no matter what industry they work in or the size of the organisation. For more information about how we can help you with ISO 45001, please contact us: enquiries@blackmoresuk.com
