ISO 18001 Certification
OHSAS 18001- Health & Safety Certification
Utilising the same approach as the environmental standard, ISO 14001, the aim of the OHSAS 18001 specification is to provide a framework for providing a safe and healthy working environment. In addition, the standard provides guidelines on how to integrate health and safety policies into your overall management system. Key requirements of the standard include:
- Creation of a Health and Safety Policy
- Appreciation of your H & S issues and their potential impacts
- Formalizing control systems and monitoring processes
- Communication of policy and approach to staff and stakeholders
- Setting objectives and targets
- Compliance with relevant legislation
Some potential benefits of certification:
- Shows a clear commitment providing a safe working environment
- Delivers cost savings by minimizing risks to employees
- Improved operational efficiency