ISO 45001 is a standard that outlines the prerequisites for an efficient Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management system and offers guidance on its use. It has universal applicability, regardless of an organization’s size, type or nature, and demonstrates their commitment to improving OH&S performance and providing a safe and healthy working environment for employees and visitors.

The standard is geared towards upper management and delivers a comprehensive approach for managing all elements that could adversely impact an individual’s physical, emotional, and intellectual welfare, such as preventing illnesses, injuries, or fatalities.

By adhering to ISO 45001, organizations can establish a safety-oriented culture that fosters staff well-being, leading to heightened productivity, reduced absenteeism and turnover, and better reputation. The standard encompasses all aspects of OH&S, from risk assessment and hazard identification to implementing corrective and preventive measures, ensuring that an organization meets its ethical and legal obligations to safeguard its workforce.