ISO 45001 2018 Lead Auditor

Overview:

Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

The ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor program is designed to equip professionals with the expertise to conduct first, second, and third-party audits of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) in accordance with ISO 45001:2018 standards. This comprehensive training emphasizes the principles and practices of effective OHSMS auditing, including planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up. Participants will gain the necessary skills to lead audit teams and ensure organizational compliance with international occupational health and safety standards.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Identify the requirements of ISO 45001:2018 and how they apply to an OHSMS.

• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on OHSMS audits in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.

• Lead audit teams effectively, ensuring adherence to auditing standards and best practices.

• Identify and assess risks and opportunities relevant to occupational health and safety.

• Prepare for the ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor certification exam.

Target Audience:

• Auditors seeking to perform and lead OHSMS certification audits.

• Managers or consultants aiming to master the OHSMS audit process.

• Internal auditors responsible for maintaining OHSMS conformity.

• Professionals involved in occupational health and safety management.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 and OHSMS:

• Overview of ISO 45001:2018 standards and their significance.

• Key concepts and principles of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System.

• Differences between ISO 45001:2018 and previous OHSMS standards.

• Understanding the process approach and risk-based thinking in OHSMS.

• Legal and regulatory frameworks related to occupational health and safety.

Unit 2:

Auditing Principles and Preparation:

• Fundamental audit concepts and principles.

• Types of audits: first-party, second-party, and third-party audits.

• Roles and responsibilities of auditors and lead auditors.

• Preparing for an audit: objectives, scope, and criteria.

• Developing audit plans and checklists.

Unit 3:

Conducting the Audit:

• Opening meetings: setting the tone and expectations.

• Collecting and verifying information: interview techniques, document review, and observation.

• Identifying and documenting audit findings.

• Communicating effectively with auditees.

• Managing audit team dynamics and ensuring adherence to the audit plan.

Unit 4:

Reporting and Follow-Up:

• Preparing clear and concise audit reports.

• Classifying and prioritizing non-conformities.

• Closing meetings: presenting findings and conclusions.

• Understanding corrective and preventive actions.

• Importance of following up on audit findings to ensure effective implementation of actions.

Unit 5:

Certification Exam Preparation:

• Overview of the ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor certification process.

• Exam structure and types of questions.

• Review of key topics and concepts.

• Exam questions and their potential answers.

• Resources for further study.

Note: This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.