What is ISO 45001:2018?

ISO 45001:2018 is the internationally recognized standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OH&S). It provides a framework that enables organizations to proactively identify and manage health and safety risks in the workplace, aiming to prevent injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.

The standard promotes a strong safety culture, worker participation, legal compliance, and continuous improvement. It replaces OHSAS 18001 and aligns with other ISO management system standards such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 for easier integration.

ISO 45001 is applicable to all types and sizes of organizations, helping them create safer, healthier, and more resilient working environments.

Achieving certification demonstrates your organization’s commitment to protecting employees, reducing operational risk, and meeting regulatory and stakeholder expectations related to workplace safety.

Why Choose ISO 45001 Certification?

Improves Workplace Safety

Ensures Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Reduces Operational Risk

Enhances Employee Engagement

Demonstrates Corporate Responsibility

Improves Reputation and Stakeholder Trust

Supports Continuous Improvement

Integrates Easily with Other ISO Standards

Which Industries Benefit from ISO 45001?

ISO 45001 is designed for all organizations, regardless of size or sector, that are committed to improving occupational health and safety. The standard is particularly beneficial for industries where employees are exposed to physical, chemical, or operational risks in the workplace.

Industries that benefit most from ISO 45001 certification include:

Construction and Engineering
(high-risk activities, complex worksites)

Manufacturing and Industrial Production
(machinery, manual labor, chemical exposure)

Mining and Extraction
(hazardous environments, confined spaces)

Oil, Gas, and Energy
(explosive atmospheres, field operations)

Logistics and Transportation
(fleet management, warehousing, driver safety)

Healthcare and Medical Services
(exposure to biological hazards, shift work)

Agriculture and Food Processing
(equipment risks, repetitive tasks)

Public Services and Municipalities
(field maintenance, waste handling, utilities)

Education and Institutions
(especially with laboratory or technical operations)

ISO 45001 is equally relevant to service-based sectors that wish to create a culture of health and safety, reduce liability, and improve employee well-being.

Why Work with BBS?

25 Years Experience

Trusted Certification Body

Auditors with Technical Expertise

Clear and Respectful Communication

Reliable and Transparent Processes

Efficient Process Management

Certification Process

Our certification process is designed in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021 to ensure impartiality, independency, and transparency. Each step is carried out by qualified personnel, auditors and decision-makers to evaluate the effectiveness and conformity of your management system.

Application and Contract

We collect basic information about your organization and its management system. A quotation and agreement are provided.

Stage 1 Audit – Document Review

We review your management system documentation to evaluate readiness for the main audit and identify potential issues.

Stage 2 Audit – On-site Assessment

Our auditors conduct an on-site evaluation to verify that your system is effectively implemented and complies with the standard.

Certification Decision

Based on audit results, an independent certification decision is made. If successful, a certificate is issued.

Surveillance Audits

Regular annual audits are conducted to ensure continued compliance and ongoing improvement.

Recertification

Every three years, a recertification audit is performed to renew your certificate and validate long-term conformity.

Pre-Audit

Before the formal audit, we can conduct a voluntary pre-audit to identify any major gaps in your management system and provide insight into readiness. This step does not affect the certification decision.

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