Learn about Implementing ISO 18001

OHSAS 18001:2007 was developed in response to demand for a recognizable health and safety management system standard that could be externally assessed and certified.

With OH&S management extending to global organizations and complex supply chains, an international standard was needed to ensure a consistent approach for workers worldwide. The new international OH&S standard, ISO 45001:2018, was published on 12 March 2018 with organizations certified to OHSAS 18001 given a three-year migration period from the date of publication.

ISO 45001 combines the technical strength of existing OH&S standards, including OHSAS 18001, with the high-level structure of other international standards like ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 14001 (Environment) to make it easier to integrate into higher-level business management systems.

Employee safety

OHSAS 18001 provides a structured approach to hazard identification and risk management to help reduce accidents and occupational health issues through a safer working environment.

Improved productivity

Better employee health reduces lost time, improving staff morale and boosting productivity.

Regulatory compliance

A detailed OH&S management system identifies critical legislation and regulation to help you stay within the law, preserving your organization’s reputation.

Simple migration

OHSAS 18001 shares many elements with ISO 45001 for simple migration to the new international OH&S standard.

With the growing pressure for organizational accountability, OHSAS certification by LRQA is one visible means of letting stakeholders know you mean business when it comes to employee well-being.

LRQA's technical specialists were instrumental in the development of OHSAS 18001 and are ideally placed to provide you with a range of assessment and certification, or migration services to ISO 45001.

LRQA recognizes that every organization and its OH&S management system are unique. The impact of the migration from OHSAS 18001 to ISO 45001 will depend upon the complexity of your organization and the maturity of your existing management system.

LRQA takes the time to understand your particular needs, acting with judgment, sensitivity and care to deliver the necessary certification services that help you seamlessly migrate to ISO 45001.

Unparalleled experience

LRQA has been at the forefront of standards development and a market leader in certification and training for more than 30 years.

Technical expertise

Our assessors are industry specialists and health and safety experts whom we match to your business needs, allowing a comprehensive audit of your system to guarantee an impact both today and over the long-term.

Contact us to learn more about ISO 18001 certification.

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