ISO 45001: The Basics Training Course

In every workplace, hazards exist—some are obvious, while others develop quietly through routine tasks or changing conditions. The question isn’t whether risks exist, but whether an organization has a systematic way to identify and control them. ISO 45001 is the world’s first international standard specifically designed to provide that system.

Unlike traditional safety programs that might react to accidents after they happen, ISO 45001 is built on a proactive framework. It uses the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model to ensure that safety is integrated into every level of the business. This training breaks down the standard into manageable pieces, starting with the Context of the Organization, where we look at internal and external factors that affect safety, and moving into Leadership and Worker Participation, the "engine room" of the entire system.

You will explore how the standard requires organizations to go beyond simple "compliance" by establishing clear OH&S Objectives and rigorous Operational Controls. We also cover the critical "Check" and "Act" phases: Performance Evaluation, where the system's effectiveness is measured through internal audits, and Improvement, where the organization learns from incidents and non-conformities to prevent future harm. Whether your organization is seeking formal certification or simply wants to strengthen its safety culture, this course provides the blueprint for building a workplace where every employee can perform their job safely.

This program is available with Spanish and French closed captions.