In short: ISO 45001 replaces OHSAS 18001 as the international benchmark for occupational health and safety management systems.
ISO has published ISO 45001:2018, Occupational health and safety management systems — Requirements with guidance for use. It is the first international standard for occupational health and safety (OH&S) and replaces the widely used OHSAS 18001.
Key features
- Uses the common high-level structure shared with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
- Places strong emphasis on leadership and worker participation
- Addresses the context of the organization and the needs of interested parties
- Takes a proactive, risk-based approach to hazards and OH&S opportunities
- Extends control to contractors and outsourced activities
Migration from OHSAS 18001
Organizations certified to OHSAS 18001 were given a three-year migration period to move to ISO 45001. Early planning, gap analysis and training of internal auditors are recommended.
IAQP’s Certified Occupational Health & Safety Professional (COHSP) certification is aligned with ISO 45001 principles.