Six myths about ISO 45001 Certification
As you implement your Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS), you will find that ISO 45001:2018 Certification has many myths that surround it, and it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. In this article, we will look at the six most common myths surrounding ISO 45001, and try to explain what is true and what is not. Myth 1: ISO 45001 Certification is only applicable to manufacturing. While a manufacturing company may have more apparent hazards than an office, the standard is written to be used by any organization in any industry. The focus of the standard is to understand the legal requirements that are applicable to your particular organization and then use this knowledge to identify what hazards you have for your processes. There may be risks of falls in a warehouse, knife hazards in a kitchen setting, or tripping and shock hazards in the office. By understanding your specific hazards, you can then determine the risk posed as well as which hazards are