ISO 45001 Foundation Course Overview

To ensure that participants can successfully undertake the ISO 45001 Foundation course and gain a comprehensive understanding of the occupational health and safety management system (OH&S MS) as outlined in the ISO 45001 standard, the following minimum prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of workplace health and safety principles.
• Familiarity with general management system concepts, such as those outlined in the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.
• Awareness of the importance of occupational health and safety in an organizational context.
• Motivation to improve workplace health and safety performance.

No specific prior knowledge of ISO standards or ISO 45001 is required, as the course is designed to introduce and explain the clauses and requirements of the standard. This foundational course is suitable for individuals who are new to OH&S management systems and those looking to enhance their understanding of ISO 45001.

Target Audience for ISO 45001 Foundation

1. The ISO 45001 Foundation course equips professionals with key concepts of occupational health and safety management systems.

   
   

2. Target audience for the ISO 45001 Foundation course:

   
   

• Health and Safety Managers
• Compliance Officers
• Risk Assessment Officers
• HR Managers
• Quality Assurance Professionals
• Environmental Safety Engineers
• Occupational Health Specialists
• Facilities Managers
• Compliance Consultants
• Internal Auditors
• Project Managers involved in OH&S management
• Professionals aiming to understand ISO 45001 requirements
• Employees involved in the planning of OH&S management system changes

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this ISO 45001 Foundation?

1. Introduction to the Course’s Mentioned Learning Outcomes and Concepts Covered: The ISO 45001 Foundation course aims to impart fundamental knowledge on occupational health and safety management systems (OH&S MS) and the key clauses of ISO 45001 standard.

2. List of Different Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the purpose and benefits of an occupational health and safety management system (OH&S MS).
• Gain insights into the structure and scope of ISO 45001 and its integration with other management systems.
• Learn about the ISO 45001 framework and the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle as it applies to OH&S MS.
• Comprehend the requirements and clauses 4–6 of ISO 45001, including the context of the organization, leadership, and planning.
• Identify risks and opportunities for OH&S MS and understand the importance of hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Understand the requirements of clauses 7–10 of ISO 45001, encompassing support, operation, performance evaluation, and improvement.
• Prepare for the ISO 45001 certification exam by understanding the types of questions and exam format.
• Recognize the roles and responsibilities of personnel in implementing and maintaining an OH&S MS.
• Learn how to measure, monitor, and evaluate OH&S performance and compliance with the standard.
• Acquire the necessary foundation to pursue further training and certification in ISO 45001 for career development in health and safety management.