Course Overview
ISO 45001 is a globally recognized standard that provides a framework for occupational health and safety management systems. A lead auditor for ISO 45001 is a professional who has the knowledge, skills, and expertise to assess an organization’s occupational health and safety management system and determine its compliance with the ISO 45001 standard. This course aims to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third-party audits of Occupational Health & Safety management systems against ISO 45001, per ISO 19011 or ISO 17021, as applicable.
Learning Options
Target audiences
- Auditors interested in performing and leading OH&S MS certification audits
- Managers or consultants interested in advancing their knowledge of the OH&S MS audit process
- Internal auditors and individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to the requirements of ISO 45001
- Technical experts interested in preparing for an OH&S MS audit
- Expert advisors in occupational health and safety management
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The ISO 45001 standard provides a framework for organizations to manage and improve their occupational health and safety management systems. The purpose of the standard is to help organizations prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities by providing a structured approach to managing workplace hazards and risks.
It is important to have a lead auditor for the ISO 45001 standard because auditing is an essential component of the standard's implementation and ongoing maintenance. An ISO 45001 lead auditor has the expertise and knowledge to assess an organization's occupational health and safety management system and determine its compliance with the standard's requirements. This helps organizations identify areas for improvement and implement effective corrective actions to prevent workplace accidents and illnesses.
Additionally, having a certified ISO 45001 lead auditor on staff or working with a certification body can provide organizations with greater credibility and recognition in the marketplace. It demonstrates a commitment to workplace safety and a willingness to go above and beyond regulatory compliance requirements.
To become an ISO 45001 lead auditor, individuals typically need to meet the following requirements:
Have a good understanding of occupational health and safety management systems and related standards.
Have experience in conducting audits or assessments of management systems.
Complete an ISO 45001 Lead Auditor training course that is recognized by a reputable accreditation body.
Pass an exam that demonstrates their knowledge of the ISO 45001 standard, audit principles, and techniques.
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor training courses are offered by various organizations and training providers. CounselTrain offers this course which is valuable and recognized so it's the best option to get certified them.
The topics covered in the ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Course are
Introduction
Terminology in ISO 45001
Requirements of ISO 45001
Conformity, certification and accreditation
Roles & responsibilities
Audit methodologies
Remote auditing
It typically takes three to five days to complete this course.
The ISO 45001 Lead Auditor exam structure consists of 40 to 60 multiple-choice questions and the candidate must have a 70 per cent weightage to gain this certificate.