ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Training Course
(Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems)
INTRODUCTION
The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and skillsrequired to perform first, second and third-party audits of occupational health and safety management systems against ISO 45001, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable. In detail, the training course will provide technical knowledge and practical skills to become a competent Lead Auditor. Amongst others you will learn about:
1. purpose and benefits of an OHSMS
2. the role of an audito
3. plan, conduct, report and follow-up an audit of an occupational health and safety management system to establish conformity with ISO 45001, and in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 where appropriates
4. generating audit findings
5. processes involved in establishing, implementing, operating, monitoring, measuring, analysing, evaluating, reviewing, maintaining and improving an OHSMS.
6. terms and definitions used in ISO 45001
7. requirements for OHSMS documented information and the difference between maintaining and retaining documented information
8. purpose and differences of first, second and third party audit
9. role of the auditor
The training is highly interactive and consists of knowledge based sessions as well as practical exercises and role play sessions.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?
This course will help you:
1. Grasp the aims, benefits and requirements of an ISO 45001:2018 audit
2. Interpret ISO 45001:2018 requirements for audit application
3. Plan, conduct and follow-up auditing activities that add real value
4. Access the latest auditor techniques and identify appropriate use
5. Build stakeholder confidence by leading and managing processes in line with the latest requirements
6. Grasp the application of risk-based thinking, leadership and process management
COURSE CONTENT
(1.) SESSION 1: Introduction to occupational health and safety management systems
(2.) SESSION 2: Process-based OHS National Legislation
(3.) SESSION 3: Registration, Certification and Auditor Competence
(4.) SESSION 4: Audits: Definition, Principles and Types
(5.) SESSION 5: The Audit Process
(6.) SESSION 6: Preparing for the On-Site Audit (Audit Stage 1)
(7.) SESSION 7: Developing the Checklist
(8.) SESSION 8: Conducting the On-Site Audit (Audit Stage 2)
(9.) SESSION 9: Audit Review
(10.) SESSION 10: Audit Reporting and Follow-Up
This course contains workshops for each session during the 5 days and will finish with a written examination.
RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
The students are expected to have basic knowledge of the PDCA-cycle, the core elements of management systems, concepts of hazard identification, risk assessment and control, prevention of work-related injury, relevant national and local OH&S legislation and requirements and the ISO 45001.
GROUP OF PARTICIPANTS
All those who require detailed knowledge of OHSMS auditing processes are welcome: Prospective OHSMS auditors, management system consultants, relevant level of management who are involved in ISO 45001 implementation and maintenance, personnel working with regulatory authorities.
The number of delegates is limited to max. 20 people.
COURSE MATERIALS:
Students receive comprehensive course manuals with reference materials.
DELIVERY METHODOLOGY:
Face to Face
DURATION:
Five days with concluding examination
LOCATION:
Business hotels, training centers or customers’ premises if required
Successful completion of the course (continuous assessments and examination) will result in the issue of a certificate, which may be used to support an application to become registered as an auditor. In case of fail result of the examination, delegates have the right of a resit examination within 12 month of the last day of the course. Being certified as an auditor is a clear statement that you are a recognized, qualified and capable auditing professional.
