ISO 45001:2018 consultancy services help organizations implement and maintain an effective Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) to comply with ISO 45001 standards. Top ISO 45001 consultants help organizations understand the certification requirements for ISO 45001 while ensuring the organization has a proper documentation system in place. Organizations can take the help of skilled and knowledgeable ISO 45001 consultants to understand the documentation and implementation process.
ISO 45001:2018 Certification is an internationally recognized Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) standard. It provides a framework for organizations to manage risks, prevent workplace injuries, and promote employee safety and well-being. The standard helps companies implement safety protocols to reduce accidents and comply with legal regulations.
ISO 45001 requires organizations to conduct risk assessments to determine the potential threats and safety hazards. Moreover, the Occupational Health and Safety methodology focuses on identifying and planning for hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk control. ISO 45001 consultants assist organizations in understanding the complexities and requirements of the certification. The following are the requirements of the ISO 45001 standard:
The first three are generic requirements that go the same for every standard. These are:
Clause 1: Scope
Clause 2: Normative References
Clause 3: Terms and definitions
Clause 4: Context of the Organization
This clause requires organizations to determine, analyze and understand the context of their activities, both internally and externally. It enables organizations to build an appropriate Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policy catering to organizational needs. Some significant requirements under clause 4 are:
Clause 4.1: Issue Identification
Clause 4.2: Interested Parties
Clause 4.3: Scope of Work
Clause 4.4: Process Interaction within the Organization
Clause 5: Leadership and Worker Participation
This clause encourages management commitment and employee participation to ensure a successful implementation of ISO 45001 Certification.
Clause 5.1: Leadership
Clause 5.2: OHSMS Policy
Clause 5.3: Roles, Responsibilities and Authority
Clause 5.4: Consultation and Participation of Workers
Clause 6: Planning
Planning helps organizations identify and eliminate all those methods and practices that can cause unintended outcomes. Hence, the ultimate goal of clause 6 of ISO 45001 is to reduce work-related injuries and accidents to ensure workers’ safety and well-being. Employees are the heart of an organization, and assuring their safety and well-being is an organization’s responsibility.
Clause 6.1: Planning for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) Assessment
Clause 6.2: Objectives of HIRA Assessment
Clause 7: Support
Support includes communication, competence and awareness related to ISO 45001 certification. It also requires an organization to document and implement all standard requirements. Moreover, Documentation is as important as Implementation and vice-versa.
Clause 7.1: Resources (It includes People, Infrastructure and Work Environment)
Clause 7.2: Competence and Training
Clause 7.3: Awareness
Clause 7.4: Communication
Clause 7.5: Document Control and Procedures
Clause 8: Operation
This clause is specific to ensuring the organization’s responsibility to manage work-related risks and hazards. Hence, it creates a more responsible and positive image of the organization among clients, customers, and stakeholders.
Clause 8.1: Operational Planning and Control
Clause 8.2: Emergency Preparedness and Response
Clause 9: Performance Evaluation
Drafting policies is one aspect of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS), and implementing formulated policies is another. This clause mandates organizations to monitor and measure the effectiveness of OH&S management system performance by conducting an internal audit.
Clause 9.1: Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis and Performance Evaluation
Clause 9.2: Internal Audit
Clause 9.3: Management Review Meeting
Clause 10: Improvement
Organizations must ensure continual improvement to enhance the effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS).
Clause 10.1: Improvement
Clause 10.2: Incident, Non-conformity and Corrective Actions
Clause 10.3: Continual Improvement
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A report published by the Delhi Labour Department indicated that the construction sector alone accounts for over 20% of workplace injuries in the capital region. However, a study by the National Safety Council of India found that nearly 30% of companies in Delhi were not fully compliant with national safety regulations, exposing workers to unnecessary risks.
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A report published by the Mumbai Labour Department states that Mumbai’s industrial and construction sectors are prone to accidents. It accounts for over 1,200 workplace accidents, while nearly 20% involve fatalities or serious injuries, especially in construction and heavy manufacturing industries. ISO 45001 consultants in Mumbai help organizations tailor a suitable Occupational Health and Safety policy to align with the organizational requirements.
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According to the Karnataka Labour Department, Bangalore witnessed over 1,100 workplace accidents in 2021, with approximately 20% resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. Industries most affected include construction, manufacturing, and transport. ISO 45001 consultants in Bangalore help organizations conduct HIRA assessments while ensuring they are well-prepared for emergencies.
ISO 45001 consultants focus on providing necessary training and workshops for employees to ensure their active participation in the ISO 45001 journey. Moreover, it also reassures that the organization has all the important documents required by ISO 45001.
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