ISO 45001standard is a worldwide ISO standard published by International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for maintaining operational health and safety (OH&S) management system of an organization. It is a replacement of OHSAS 18001. The Annex SL framework of ISO 45001 has a similar High-Level Structure (HLS) as that of the QMS in ISO 9001 Certification. The main aim of ISO 45001 certification is to ensure the mental, physical and cognitive wellbeing of the entire workforce.
There have been few myths surrounding the applicability of ISO 45001. Read the article below to learn more about it. This will help you in making an informed decision before applying for ISO 45001 (OH&SMS).
1. Legally compliant industries do not need ISO 45001:
ISO 45001 certification does not only make your organization legally-compliant, but also supports in identifying, implementing, designing, and improving the OHS&MS of your organization. It helps in identifying the legal needs of your organization.
2. ISO 45001 leads to creation of different documentation:
This is a generally misunderstanding surrounding ISO 45001. Archiving the records for measurement, monitoring and control of the process are needed, but the framework of ISO 45001 certification provides for the flexibility in its application according to the requirements of the organization.
3. ISO 45001 is applicable to only those organization that are involved in danger-activities:
ISO 45001 can be sought by any type organization to maintain an Occupational Health and Safety management system. Implementing the standards of ISO 45001 helps inmitigating and preventing any potential risk in the organization.
4. It is costly and do not add any value:
Most organizations believe that applying for ISO 45001 will add to the cost of the organization and divert their focus from their core area of operation. In reality, it is just the opposite of the perception. Having an ISO 45001 certificate helps in obtaining insurances at lower costs and it also decreases the liabilities costs. Thus, it is cost effective. In addition to that, a powerful OHSMS ensures the well being of the entire workforce, thereby, enhancing productivity.
5. Only manufacturing organization get ISO 45001 certification:
While manufacturing organization are prone to risk, other organizations may also be subjected to the risks due to either ill-maintenance or unfortunate incidences. The organization that has an efficient Operational Health and Management System in place, are capable of stopping such incidences and mitigating their impact.
6. ISO 45001 is restrictive & hinders innovation:
Although ISO 45001 Certification lays down certain norms to maintain OHSMS, these are non-prescriptive. An organization has the freedom of identifying relevant structure of Operational Health and Management System for their organization.
So, with all these type of clarifications in place, do not delay your process for ISO 45001 Certification, and prove your sincerity towards the wellbeing of your workforce to the whole world!
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