ISO 45001:2018 Online Course

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Course Objective

To provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of ISO 45001 requirements, enabling them to implement, manage, or audit an effective Occupational Health & Safety Management System.


Module 1: Introduction to ISO 45001

  • What is ISO 45001 and why is it important?

  • History and evolution (from OHSAS 18001)

  • Key terms: hazard, risk, incident, OH&S

  • Benefits of an OH&S management system

  • Legal and regulatory context

Outcome: Understand the foundation and importance of ISO 45001.


Module 2: ISO 45001 Structure and Key Concepts

  • High-Level Structure (Annex SL)

  • Risk-based thinking in occupational health and safety

  • Worker participation and consultation

  • Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle

Outcome: Familiarity with ISO 45001’s framework and guiding principles.


Module 3: In-Depth Clause Analysis

Breakdown of Clauses 4–10:

  1. Clause 4 – Context of the organization

  2. Clause 5 – Leadership and worker participation

  3. Clause 6 – Planning (hazard identification, risk assessment, compliance obligations)

  4. Clause 7 – Support (competence, awareness, communication, documented information)

  5. Clause 8 – Operation (operational controls, emergency preparedness)

  6. Clause 9 – Performance evaluation (monitoring, auditing, management review)

  7. Clause 10 – Improvement (nonconformity, corrective action, continual improvement)

Include:

  • Examples from different industries (e.g., construction, manufacturing)

  • Interactive activities or case scenarios

  • Common non-conformities

Outcome: Thorough understanding of each requirement and how to apply it.


Module 4: Implementing an OH&S Management System

  • Performing gap analysis

  • Identifying hazards and assessing OH&S risks

  • Setting OH&S objectives and targets

  • Developing policies, procedures, and controls

  • Emergency preparedness and response planning

Outcome: Learners can begin planning and implementing an OH&S system.


Module 5: Internal Auditing Based on ISO 45001

  • Introduction to ISO 19011:2018 auditing guidelines

  • Planning and executing an OH&S audit

  • Interviewing and collecting evidence

  • Reporting and follow-up actions

Outcome: Learners can confidently conduct internal audits.


Module 6: Certification Process

  • Choosing a certification body

  • The two-stage audit process

  • Dealing with audit findings

  • Surveillance and re-certification

Outcome: Understand the ISO 45001 certification journey.


Module 7: Performance Monitoring and Continual Improvement

  • Setting performance indicators (KPIs)

  • Root cause analysis and corrective actions

  • Incident investigation and reporting

  • Promoting a safety culture

Outcome: Ability to maintain and improve an OH&S system post-certification.

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