What is ISO 45001?

ISO 45001 is a global standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). It’s designed to help businesses of all sizes and types create a safer and healthier workplace. By focusing on preventing work-related accidents and illnesses, ISO 45001 helps organisations improve their overall safety performance and ensure the well-being of their employees and other personnel.

Why Become ISO 45001 Certified?

Getting ISO 45001 certified is more than just a badge of honour. It’s a way to show your commitment to minimising risks of illness and injury in the workplace. This certification not only helps you comply with legal requirements but also boosts your reputation among customers and employees. By demonstrating that you take health and safety seriously, you can build trust and integrity in your brand.

Key Benefits

• Improved Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment:

ISO 45001 provides a framework to better identify and assess workplace hazards. This proactive approach helps reduce the likelihood of accidents and illnesses, keeping your staff safe and healthy.

• Reduced Downtime and Costs:

By minimising workplace incidents, you can reduce downtime and the overall costs associated with accidents. This also means fewer insurance claims, which can lower your premiums over time.

• Enhanced Reputation:

Certification shows that you’re committed to providing a safe workplace, which can enhance your reputation in the marketplace. It’s a great way to stand out and show that you care about your employees’ well-being.

• Increased Productivity:

With fewer workplace disruptions, your employees can work more efficiently. A safer environment leads to happier staff, which can boost morale and productivity.

How to Get Certified?

Getting ISO 45001 certified is a straightforward process, but it requires some preparation. Here’s how you can get started:

1. Assess Your Current Situation:

Look at the internal and external factors affecting your business. Evaluate your current health and safety performance and identify areas for improvement.

2. Communicate Roles and Responsibilities:

Make sure everyone in your organisation knows their roles and responsibilities when it comes to health and safety.

3. Support Your Staff:

Provide training and necessary equipment to ensure your employees can work safely.

4. Plan for Emergencies:

Have procedures in place to identify and respond to emergencies effectively.

5. Strive for Continuous Improvement:

Regularly review and improve your health and safety practices to ensure ongoing compliance and performance.

6. Contact a UKAS Accredited Certification Body:

Finally, to gain the certification, reach out to a UKAS accredited certification body, such as TÜV UK. They will guide you through the final steps of the certification process, ensuring that your management system meets all the necessary standards.

By following these steps, you can make your workplace safer and more efficient, benefiting both your employees and your business as a whole.

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SSIP

TÜV UK also offers SSIP together with ISO 45001 certification. SSIP is an umbrella organisation, supported by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), facilitating mutual recognition between over 20 existing health and safety pre-qualification schemes such as CHAS, SafeContractor, Exor, NHBC, and Altius where practicable. For a modest annual administartion fee, SSIP could be added to your ISO 45001 certification. 

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