What is the purpose of ISO 45001?

ISO 45001 is an international standard designed to help organisations manage and improve workplace health and safety. Its purpose is to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses by establishing a structured approach to identifying hazards, managing risks, and promoting safer working conditions.

Who can implement ISO 45001?

ISO 45001 can be implemented by any organisation, regardless of its size or industry. Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, the standard is designed to help improve occupational health and safety practices and protect employees from harm.

Is ISO 45001 certification mandatory?

No, ISO 45001 certification is not mandatory. However, many businesses choose to pursue certification to demonstrate their commitment to workplace health and safety, improve compliance with legal requirements, and enhance their reputation with customers, employees, and regulators.

How long does it take to read all the ISO 45001 policies?

To read the entire ISO 45001 suite of policies including in the de.iterate platform it takes approximately 60 minutes. We spent months and months pouring over lengthy policies and removing all the waffly text that added no value. The result? You end up with just the good bits! You only need to read the lessons and learnings that matter, and that you need to remember.

What other training do my employees need after they read the ISO 45001 policies?

Your employees get to read our Smart Policies and get most of the training they need—all in one. Depending on your internal systems and processes, you will likely have some company-specific training that your employees will also need to complete.

I really want to read ISO 45001 policies as boring Word documents. Can you provide these for me?

We provide ISO 45001 Smart Policies in a digital format, with content that is simple, memorable and easy for you and your team to remember and implement. We don’t provide paper-based policies in Word (or even Excel) formats.

How long does it take to get certified to ISO 45001?

The time it takes to achieve ISO 45001 certification depends on the size and complexity of your organisation, as well as the current state of your health and safety management system. For some organisations, it may take 6 to 12 months to implement the required changes and complete the certification process.

Once you’re onboard in de.iterate, you’ll have all the tools and information you need to get certified in the fastest, easiest way possible. Most organisations using de.iterate take just 3 months to get certified.

What are the benefits of getting certified to ISO 45001?

ISO 45001 certification offers several benefits, including:

• Reduced costs associated with work-related injuries, downtime, and insurance premiums
• Reduced workplace accidents and incidents, creating a safer working environment
• Compliance with legal and regulatory health and safety requirements
• Improved employee morale and productivity through better safety practices
• Enhanced company reputation for commitment to health and safety

How often will be I audited for ISO 45001 certification?

For ISO 45001 certification, audits are typically conducted at regular intervals. After you initially achieve certification, you will be subject to the following:

1. Surveillance Audits: These are usually conducted annually by the certification body to ensure your organisation remains compliant with ISO 45001 and that your occupational health and safety management system is effective.
2. Recertification Audits: Every three years, a more comprehensive recertification audit is required to confirm that your organisation continues to meet all the ISO 45001 requirements.

These audit frequencies may vary depending on the certification body and the specific agreement in place.certification body and the specific agreements in place.

Does de.iterate perform the ISO 45001 audit?

If we could, we would. But—unfortunately—ISO Standards forbid us from doing this.

According to Clause 5.2.5 of ISO 17021-1:2015, which governs the requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems, a certification body must remain impartial and cannot offer consultancy services to organisations they audit.

Instead, de.iterate provides a platform that helps businesses prepare for ISO 45001 certification by managing compliance requirements, such as policies, employee training, and process tracking. The actual audit for ISO 45001 certification is conducted by an accredited external certification body. de.iterate’s tools and features support your organisation in meeting the necessary standards to pass the audit successfully.

What are ISO 45001 audits like?

The thought of an ISO 45001 audit might be a bit nerve-racking. But it needn’t be—auditors are people too! Plus, you’ll have a secret weapon up your sleeve: de.iterate! With de.iterate on your team, you’ll have all the information and evidence you need to answer auditor questions easily and stress-free. Auditors love de.iterate. They know that a company that uses de.iterate properly has all their ducks in a row come audit day.

Can de.iterate be on-site during my ISO 45001 audit and answer questions from the auditor?

Yes, we can organise to attend your next ISO 45001 audit either virtually or in-person. Talk to one of the team today about your options at hello@deiterate.com.