Understanding ISO 45001
ISO 45001 is the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management systems. It replaced OHSAS 18001 in 2018 and provides a framework for organizations to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses, provide safe and healthy workplaces, and proactively improve OH&S performance.
ISO 45001 is valuable for any organization with employees, particularly in high-risk industries:
- Construction and mining
- Manufacturing and heavy industry
- Oil, gas, and energy
- Transportation and logistics
- Healthcare facilities
Many countries have legal requirements for workplace safety that ISO 45001 helps meet.
Cost & Timeline
ISO 45001 certification costs:
- Small businesses: $3,000 - $10,000
- Mid-size companies: $10,000 - $30,000
- Large enterprises: $30,000 - $70,000+