BRIEF ON ISO 45001:2018

ISO 45001:2018 is an internationally recognized Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OH&S) standard that helps organizations create a safer work environment, prevent workplace injuries and illnesses, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. It provides a structured approach to hazard identification, risk assessment, and continuous improvement, ensuring the well-being of employees while enhancing overall operational efficiency.

CLAUSES OF ISO 45001:2018

The standard is structured into 10 clauses, with Clauses 4 to 10 being the key requirements:

1. Clause 1: Scope – Defines the purpose and applicability of the standard.
2. Clause 2: Normative References – Lists supporting standards referenced in ISO 45001.
3. Clause 3: Terms and Definitions – Provides key terms used in the standard.
4. Clause 4: Context of the Organization – Identifies internal and external OH&S factors affecting the organization.
5. Clause 5: Leadership – Emphasizes top management commitment, worker participation, and safety culture.
6. Clause 6: Planning – Covers risk assessment, hazard identification, and legal compliance obligations.
7. Clause 7: Support – Includes resource management, competence, awareness, and communication.
8. Clause 8: Operation – Focuses on hazard control, emergency preparedness, and response planning.
9. Clause 9: Performance Evaluation – Involves monitoring, measurement, audits, and management reviews.
10. Clause 10: Improvement – Deals with incident investigations, corrective actions, and continual improvement in OH&S performance.

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