CMSIPL|Credencial Management System India Private limited

Contact Us

ISO 18001

CMSIL

ISO 18001 Certification

OHSAS 18001 is an International Standard intended to provide organizations with the elements of an effectiveOH&Smanagement system. Itwas createdbyworld’s leadingnational standardbodies, certification bodies, and specialist consultancies.OHSAS 18001 is intended to provide organizations with the elements of an effective OH&S management system that can be integrated with other management requirements and help organizations achieve OH&S and economic objectives.

What is ISO 18001?

The OHSAS 18001 system is geared towards reducing and preventing accidents and accident-related loss of lives, time and resources. OHSAS 18001 can be applied to any type of business, organization or industry that wishes to manage its risks for health and safety in the work place. OHSAS 18001 applies to all types and sizes of organizations that wish to: Establish an OH&S management system to eliminate or minimize risks to personnel and other interested parties who could be exposed to OH&S hazards associated with its activities; 2. Implement, maintain and continually improve an OH&S management system; 3. Assure itself of its conformity with its stated OH&S policy; 4. Demonstrate conformity with this OHSAS Standard by: a. Making a self-determination and self-declaration, b. Seeking confirmation of its conformance by parties having an interest in the organization, such as customers, c. Seeking confirmation of its self-declaration by a party external to the organization, and d. Seeking certification/registration of its OH&S management system by an external organization.
CMSIL

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ISO 18001

Benefits:- increased operational benefits  reduction in lost work days  fewer incidents and medical claims  recognition by insurers and regulars and improved worker‘s retention and satisfaction  improved internal and external communication of the organization occupational health and safety commitment  saving in legal expenses, building damage, tool and equipment damage, product and material damage and production delays and interruptions.  employee awareness and satisfaction, lower workers' compensation and medical costs, and increased control of regulatory issues. There are many reasons for organizations to decide to implement an occupational health and safety management system, not least the reduced risk of failing to comply with legislation. A systematic approach to the effective management of health and safety can bring numerous benefits such as: 1.Compliance with legislation- OHSAS 18001 provides a framework by which an organization can identify the health and safety legislation applicable to its activities, products, services and identified hazards. Such a framework extends to provide the means to comply with the regulatory requirements identified. 2.Ownership of health and safety issues- BS OHSAS 18001 provides the means by which an organization can communicate and consult upon its health and safety issues. 3.Nominal effort is required- Companies with a formal documented management system compliant with ISO 9001 (Quality) and/or ISO 14001 (Environmental) can easily extend existing system controls to encompass the management of health and safety. 4.Training needs are identified and realised- OHSAS 18001 enables health and safety training needs to be identified, and the adequacy of subsequent training assessed through measures of competency. 5.Reduce costs- The cost of an accident extends beyond the compensation paid to an employee. By implementing health and safety improvement strategies, through the effective implementation of a documented OH&S Management System, significant financial savings can be realised; not forgetting the effect that accident reduction can have upon the morale of employees. 6.Opportunity for integration- Compatibility with ISO 9001/14001 provides an opportunity to integrate your management systems, thereby reducing bureaucracy and maximising effectiveness.

Start your journey to ISO 18001 certification

Contact our team today to receive a free no-obligation competitive quotation from our dedicated business development team. We will devise a comprehensive quote that will align with your occupational health and safety requirements. We tailor our quotes to meet your needs, and we support a range of ISO standards, including ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and Cyber Essentials. Learn more about Certification Europe’s accreditations, discover our client testimonials and find out more about working with us.

The Certification Journey

5
Certification Achieved

Successful certification is communicated to the client. Certificates are issued.

4
Certification Review & Decision

The organisations files are reviewed by an independent and impartial panel and the certification decision is made.

3
Recommendation for Certification

At this point in the process we review any corrective actions taken to address findings raised at Stage 1 & 2. Certification may be recommended.

2
Stage two

The second assessment determines the effectiveness of the system, and seeks to confirm that the management system is implemented and operational.

1
Stage One

The initial assessment determines if the mandatory requirements of the standard are being met and if the management system is capable of proceeding to Stage 2.

Certification Achieved

Successful certification is communicated to the client. Certificates are issued.

Certification Review & Decision

The organisations files are reviewed by an independent and impartial panel and the certification decision is made.

Recommendation for Certification

At this point in the process we review any corrective actions taken to address findings raised at Stage 1 & 2. Certification may be recommended.

Stage two

The second assessment determines the effectiveness of the system, and seeks to confirm that the management system is implemented and operational.

Stage One

The initial assessment determines if the mandatory requirements of the standard are being met and if the management system is capable of proceeding to Stage 2.

ISO 18001 FAQ's

ISO 18001 requires organizations to establish procedures for emergency preparedness and response, including identifying potential emergency situations, defining roles and responsibilities during emergencies, conducting drills and exercises, and continuously reviewing and improving emergency response plans.

Yes, ISO 18001 certification can enhance an organization's reputation in the industry by demonstrating its commitment to ensuring the health and safety of its employees. It can also be a competitive advantage when bidding for contracts or attracting new business partners.

ISO 18001 helps in reducing workplace incidents and injuries by promoting a systematic approach to hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementing controls to mitigate risks. It also emphasizes employee involvement and training to create a safety-conscious culture within the organization.

Top management's commitment and leadership are crucial for the effective implementation of ISO 18001, as they are responsible for setting the organization's occupational health and safety policy, providing necessary resources, and demonstrating continuous support for the management system.

Organizations can transition from OHSAS 18001 to ISO 45001 by conducting a gap analysis, updating their management systems to meet the new requirements of ISO 45001, providing necessary training to employees, and undergoing a certification audit by an accredited certification body.

Certification for ISO 18001 compliance is typically carried out by accredited certification bodies. These bodies conduct audits to assess an organization's OH&S management system against the requirements of the standard and issue certification upon successful demonstration of compliance

ISO 18001 has been replaced by ISO 45001, which is the latest international standard for occupational health and safety management systems. ISO 45001 incorporates the best practices of OHSAS 18001 and provides a more comprehensive approach to managing occupational health and safety.

Implementing ISO 18001 helps organizations identify and control health and safety risks, reduce accidents and incidents, comply with legal requirements, and improve overall occupational health and safety performance. It also enhances the organization's reputation and boosts employee morale.

ISO 18001, also known as OHSAS 18001, is an international standard that specifies requirements for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system. It provides a framework for organizations to manage and improve their occupational health and safety performance.

OHSAS 18001 can be applied to any type of business, organization or industry that wishes to manage its risks for health and safety in the work place.