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Gain an understanding of occupational health and safety (OH&S) management systems, together with the requirements of ISO 45001 and its implementation, on this IOSH approved Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 training course.

By the end of this 1-day course, delegates will be able to:

  • discuss clauses and terminology of ISO 45001 and its benefits
  • understand the relationship between ISO 45001 and other management system standards
  • start to identify occupational health and safety hazards and assess risk
  • comprehend the ISO 45001 certification process

The course is built around a health and safety case study, with workshops enabling participants to look at practical issues for an OH&S, such as risks and opportunities, context and leadership, and potential improvements.

Click to read the Introduction to ISO 45001 course flyer.

The course is suitable for anyone wanting to understand the role of OH&S management systems and the requirements of ISO 45001, such as:

  • those in key roles with workplace responsibilities for OH&S, including occupational health & safety professionals
  • key staff and stakeholders involved in the strategy, implementation, maintenance and/or auditing of an organisation’s OH&S management system
  • those in organisations considering working towards ISO 45001 certification, but who currently have little or no knowledge of the standard
  • auditors with experience in alternative standards, such as ISO 9001, who now wish to extend their knowledge to ISO 45001

This course is available on a standalone basis. It is also an excellent opportunity to gain the prior knowledge required for our ISO 45001 Internal Auditor or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor training courses. We offer a discount of £100 if you book this course with our ISO 45001 Internal or Lead Auditor training courses.

Topics covered in the course include:

  • overview of ISO 45001 and Annex SL
  • plan-do-check-act cycle (PDCA)
  • context of the organisation
  • issues and interested parties
  • scope of the management system
  • OH&S management system and its processes
  • leadership
  • risks and opportunities
  • context and leadership
  • support
  • operation
  • performance evaluation
  • improvement
  • documented systems
  • ISO 45001 implementation and certification

Working closely with IOSH our tutors will deliver a course based on the following structure:

  • WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
  • Module 1 Background to the Changes to ISO 45001
  • Module 2 Context of the Organisation
  • Workshop 1 Case Study
  • Module 3 Scope of the Management System
  • Workshop 2 Process Elements
  • Module 4 Leadership
  • Module 5 Planning – Risk and Opportunities
  • Workshop 3 Risk and Opportunities
  • LUNCH
  • Module 5 (cont.) Planning – Objectives
  • Module 6 Support
  • Module 7 Operation
  • Workshop 4 Emergency Preparedness, Changes and Processes
  • Module 8 Performance Evaluation
  • Module 9 Improvement
  • Module 10 Implementation and Certification
  • Review and Course Evaluation
  • CLOSE

 

At the end of this course, delegates will be able to demonstrate:

  • knowledge of the purpose of OH&S management systems
  • an understanding of the requirements (clauses) of ISO 45001
  • an awareness of OH&S risks and legislative compliance
  • the ability to take steps in planning, implementing and continuously improving an OH&S management system

Delegates who complete the course will receive an IOSH approved Introduction to ISO 45001 training certificate.