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In an era where employee well-being and corporate societal impact take center stage, international standards become linchpins for consistent and effective practices. ISO 45001 stands as a universally acclaimed standard, delineating the legal prerequisites for the management and enhancement of occupational health and safety within organisations. Clause A.6.1.3 of ISO 45001 provides detailed guidance on...

While ISO 45001 standard provides a framework to put forth procedures and controls to promote workplace safety, understanding and being aware of them is equally important. Hence ISO 45001 Awareness training acts as an industry course or the roadmap to create awareness of the standard among the employees of an organisation. ISO 45001 Awareness Training...

Creating key performance indicators (KPIs) for your business is a complex undertaking. It is possible to generate a plethora of KPIs, but this can quickly overwhelm everyone within the organisation. Therefore, the question arises: How do you determine the most relevant KPIs that will genuinely contribute to achieving your business objectives? KPIs are intended to...

Clause 7.4 – Effective Communication in Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&S) The ISO 45001 communication clause underscores the critical significance of proficient communication within an organisation’s Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management system. It mandates the organisation to create a well-structured communication process that meticulously considers not only its legal obligations but also...

In an increasingly complex global business environment, organisations are constantly adapting to numerous internal and external factors that influence their operations. One pivotal framework for comprehensively understanding and managing these influences is the ISO 45001 context analysis. By conducting a thorough context analysis, businesses can pave the way for effective Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)...

Investigating incidents is a pivotal responsibility for safety professionals, playing a crucial role in organisational safety management. While these processes hold great significance, there is often room for enhancement in their effectiveness as learning mechanisms throughout organisations. In this article, we delve into the components of an efficient incident investigation process and how ISO 45001...

Contractors play a pivotal role in the operations of many organisations. To ensure the effectiveness of an ISO 45001:2018 management system, particularly in meeting the requirements of clause 8.1.4.2, a robust contractor management procedure is indispensable. This procedure serves as a structured framework that organisations can employ to guarantee the safety and compliance of their...

What is a Management Review Procedure? Under the AS/NZS ISO standards, there is a crucial requirement for top management to perform a comprehensive review of their management system(s). This review is essential to ensure the ongoing suitability, sufficiency, and efficiency of their AS/NZS ISO management system. A management review is a systematic process that aids...

The AS/NZS ISO 45001 standard mandates organisations to establish a well-defined process for managing organisational change, ensuring controlled and secure changes while assessing and mitigating associated risks effectively. Moreover, it necessitates organisations to communicate these changes to all relevant stakeholders and provide comprehensive training and support to those affected, ensuring widespread awareness and safe implementation....

Emergency Response Procedure An emergency response procedure constitutes a series of steps to be executed in the event of an emergency. The primary objectives of such a procedure are to ensure the security of human life (workers), minimise property damage, and safeguard the workplace environment. This procedure should be tailor-made to address the distinctive characteristics...