The OHSAS 18001 standard (may also be mistakenly referred to as ISO 18001) is internationally accepted as a method of assessing and auditing occupational health and safety management systems. It provides a framework for organisations to instigate proper and effective management of health & safety in the workplace.
An Occupational Health and Safety Management System enables a company or organisation to demonstrate its commitment to implementing, measuring and maintaining an effective health and safety environment in any type of workplace.OHSAS 18001 and AS/NZS 4801 are relevant to all organisations regardless of sector and size and once with health and safety legislation By having a clearly defined management system in place to identify and control health and safety risks, organisations are able to minimise risks to their workforce and visitors or external contractors on their premises. The standard will enable organisations to put in place processes for continually reviewing and improving occupational health and safety.
