ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management system: a safe workplace is a productive workplace
We build an effective occupational health and safety management system for your company that identifies hazards, manages risks and ensures compliance with legal obligations. You receive a certification-ready system without unnecessary bureaucracy.
A well-implemented occupational health and safety management system reduces accidents and sickness absence, improves wellbeing at work and delivers cost savings. It also demonstrates to interested parties that employee safety is a priority for your company.
ISO 45001 is the world's leading occupational health and safety standard, replacing the former OHSAS 18001 standard.
Our service includes
Hazard identification
Risk assessment
Control measures
Certification readiness
- Not just filling in forms
- No prior experience required
- Not left in a folder but embedded in daily work
What is an ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management system?
ISO 45001 is an international standard for managing occupational health and safety. It provides an organisation with a framework for identifying hazards, managing risks and creating a safe working environment.
Hazard identification and risk assessment
The organisation systematically identifies workplace hazards and assesses the associated risks. This creates an overall picture of physical, chemical and psychosocial stress factors.
Worker participation
ISO 45001 emphasises the active role of workers in safety work. Incident reports, safety walks and participatory development are cornerstones of the system.
Developing the safety culture
The standard guides organisations from reactive to proactive safety management. The aim is continual improvement and zero accidents.
ISO 45001 covers the operations of the entire organisation and requires commitment from top management and worker participation in improving safety.
How we build an occupational health and safety management system for your company
The core of an occupational health and safety management system is hazard identification, risk management and implementing control measures. We do the heavy lifting and build a system that works in practice.
We start with the actual hazards and risks in your workplace. Rather than producing generic materials, we identify the safety challenges specific to your operations.
Risks differ between construction, industry and office work. We tailor the system to your sector, work environment and workforce structure.
We create clear safety instructions, risk assessments and incident report forms. The documentation is practical and easy to maintain.
We support you with hazard identification, risk assessment, meeting legal requirements and training your personnel. We are by your side throughout the project.
We build a system that makes occupational safety measurable, manageable and part of every working day.
Implementing ISO 45001 step by step
We implement your occupational health and safety management system through a clear process: first, we assess the current situation and hazards; then we develop control measures; and finally, we ensure certification readiness.
Current state assessment
We establish your company's occupational safety baseline, current practices and legal obligations.
- We assess current safety practices and operating methods
- We identify occupational safety legislation requirements and any gaps
- We analyse accident and incident history
The current state assessment shows what is already in place and where development should be focused.
Hazard identification and risk assessment
We systematically identify all workplace hazards and assess the level of risk. This is the most important foundation of an ISO 45001 system.
- We identify physical, chemical, biological and psychosocial hazards
- We assess the likelihood of risks and the severity of their consequences
- We prioritise risks and define an acceptable level of risk
A comprehensive risk assessment ensures that control measures address the right issues.
Control measures and documentation
We plan and document control measures for identified risks. We follow the hierarchy of controls: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment.
- We define safety objectives and responsible persons
- We prepare safety instructions, induction materials and emergency plans
- We establish an incident reporting and investigation process
Control measures turn risk assessment into concrete actions that protect your personnel.
Implementation and training
We embed the system in daily operations and train personnel to work safely and report incidents.
- We train supervisors and workers in new safety practices
- We practise emergency response in practical exercises
- We launch the monitoring and reporting of safety indicators
An occupational health and safety management system works only when every worker knows their role and can act correctly.
Internal audit and certification readiness
We audit the system comprehensively, correct identified nonconformities and ensure readiness for an external audit.
- We conduct an internal audit covering all areas of the standard
- We prepare a management review of safety performance
- We verify compliance with legislation and standard requirements
After the internal audit, you will know exactly that you are ready for certification.
The whole process typically takes from a few weeks to a month, depending on the size of your company and its starting point.
How does an ISO 45001 system benefit your company?
An occupational health and safety management system is not just an obligation. Properly implemented, it delivers measurable benefits across the organisation.
Fewer accidents and sickness absences
Systematic hazard identification and risk management reduce workplace accidents and occupational diseases. Every prevented accident saves both human suffering and money.
Legal requirements under control
An occupational health and safety management system ensures that your company meets its obligations under occupational safety legislation. You avoid regulatory notices and potential sanctions.
Employer reputation and competitive advantage
A certified occupational health and safety management system communicates sustainability. It makes recruitment easier, strengthens your employer reputation and opens doors to demanding tenders.
A safe workplace is a productive workplace. Investment in occupational safety pays for itself many times over.
Who is ISO 45001 implementation for?
ISO 45001 is suitable for all organisations, but it is particularly important for companies whose operations involve significant occupational safety risks.
This service is for you if
We implement the system for both small companies and large industrial facilities.
ISO 45001 certification: support throughout the process
The certification audit assesses how your organisation identifies hazards, manages risks and involves workers in safety work. We prepare you thoroughly for it.
Ensuring conformity
We review occupational safety legislation requirements, risk assessments and control measures. We ensure that all clauses of the standard are covered.
“Thorough preparation is half the battle”
Practice audit
We simulate the certification audit in practice. We test how well personnel can explain safety practices, hazard identification and their own role.
“Practice makes perfect”
Certification and continual improvement
After certification, we support you during annual surveillance audits. We help you develop your safety culture and further improve safety performance.
“Certification is a milestone, not the finish line”
With us, the certification audit proceeds smoothly because the system has been built correctly from the start.
The most common mistakes in ISO 45001 implementation
Building an occupational health and safety management system has its own challenges. We recognise them and help you avoid the pitfalls.
Risk assessment remains superficial
In many companies, risks are listed quickly without proper analysis. As a result, control measures are not targeted correctly and do not reduce real hazards.
Worker participation is missing
ISO 45001 requires workers to participate in hazard identification and safety improvement. A system dictated solely from the top does not work and will not pass an audit.
Incidents are not learned from
Near misses and incident reports are left uninvestigated. Without systematic investigation, the same hazards recur and a more serious accident is only a matter of time.
Thanks to our experience, we build a system that works in practice and meets the auditor's expectations.
What does ISO 45001 implementation cost?
The price depends on the size of your company, sector and extent of occupational safety risks. We offer a clear fixed price based on an initial assessment.
A fixed total price with no hidden costs. You receive a precise quote after the initial assessment, and the price covers the entire implementation.
The service covers the current state assessment, risk assessment, documentation, training and certification readiness. No unexpected additional charges.
The scope of implementation is tailored to your company's actual risks. Lighter for office-based businesses and more comprehensive for industrial facilities.
ISO 45001 certification is an investment that pays for itself through fewer accidents, lower sickness absence costs and an improved employer reputation.
See our price list for more detailed pricing information.
Why choose us as your ISO 45001 partner?
We combine occupational safety expertise with management system experience. We understand both the standard's requirements and the practical application of occupational safety legislation.
Occupational health and safety management system expertise
We know the requirements of ISO 45001 and how to conduct risk assessment and hazard identification in a way that convinces the auditor.
Knowledge of legislation
We help identify your company's obligations under occupational safety legislation, from occupational safety law to chemical and machinery safety.
Integrated implementation
If your company already has ISO 9001 or ISO 14001, we build the occupational health and safety management system as an integrated part of your existing management system.
You gain a partner that builds an occupational health and safety management system which protects your personnel and withstands audit scrutiny.
Assess your company's current occupational safety status
Together, we review your company's occupational safety situation and assess how an ISO 45001 system should be implemented in your organisation.
Frequently asked questions about the ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management system
- ISO 45001 replaces OHSAS 18001 and introduces several improvements. It emphasises the responsibility of top management, worker participation and proactive risk management. Its structure follows the same HLS model as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, making system integration easier.
- We systematically review all your company's workspaces, tasks and processes to identify hazards such as slip risks, noise exposure, chemicals, ergonomic stress factors and psychosocial risks. Each hazard is assessed and assigned a control measure.
- Yes. Office environments also have occupational safety risks, such as ergonomic challenges, indoor air quality, psychosocial stress and emergency preparedness. The system is tailored to the operating environment, so implementation is lighter for office-based companies.
- Yes. ISO 45001 is based on the same HLS structure as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. An integrated management system is an effective way to manage quality, environmental matters and occupational safety together without overlapping work.
- Typically from a few weeks to a month, depending on the size of the company and its level of readiness. If the company already has other ISO systems, the timetable is faster because the basic management system structures are already in place.
- ISO 45001 covers all occupational health and safety risks, including psychosocial stress factors such as excessive workload, harassment and workplace community issues. The standard requires these hazards to be identified, assessed and managed as well.