Lead safety auditor reviewing occupational health and safety procedures at an industrial facility

Overview

ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Training is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform and lead Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&SMS) audits based on ISO 45001:2018 requirements.

The programme covers ISO 45001:2018 requirements, audit principles, audit processes, documented information, hazard identification, risk management, and nonconformity management. Participants will gain practical understanding of how to plan, conduct, manage, and report occupational health and safety management system audits in line with internationally accepted auditing practices.

This programme is suitable for professionals seeking to develop or advance lead auditing capability within occupational health and safety management environments.

Curriculum

This programme consists of ten structured learning sessions designed to develop practical competence in ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety management system auditing.

Session 1: Overview of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Session 2: ISO 45001:2018 Requirements
Session 3: ISO 45001:2018 Documented Information
Session 4: Hazard and Risk Identification
Session 5: Risk Management
Session 6: ISO 45001:2018 Audit Process
Session 7: Audit Terms, Definitions, Roles and Responsibilities
Session 8: Performing an ISO 45001 Audit
Session 9: Nonconformity and Corrective Action
Session 10: Climate Action Changes – New Amendments (2024)

Course Delivery

This programme is delivered through structured learning components designed to support both theoretical understanding and practical audit application.

• Audio-visual training lectures
• Downloadable handouts and audit reference materials
• Real-time audit examples and case-based learning
• Session-based assessments and final examination

Programme Outcomes

• Understand ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety management system requirements
• Understand occupational health and safety audit processes and methodologies
• Understand hazard identification and risk management concepts
• Understand nonconformity identification and corrective action processes
• Develop the ability to plan, conduct, and report ISO 45001:2018 audits

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for individuals involved in occupational health and safety management systems and auditing activities.

• Occupational health and safety professionals
• Lead auditors and internal auditors
• OH&S consultants and compliance personnel
• Management representatives and operational managers
• Individuals seeking ISO 45001:2018 lead auditor knowledge

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of occupational health and safety management systems and the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle is recommended.

Faculty & Facilitators

This programme is delivered by Qualified Skills Development Facilitators (SDFs) who are certified Lead Auditors and industry-experienced professionals. Our facilitators bring practical implementation expertise and real-world industry experience, ensuring that training remains relevant, applied, and aligned with current industry standards.

Assessment & Certification

Each programme includes structured module summaries designed to reinforce key learning outcomes and support assessment preparation. Participants are required to complete a final online assessment to demonstrate competency. Upon successful completion of the assessment requirements, a formal course certificate is issued. Certificates are available for download and may be independently verified using the issued certificate reference number.

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How It Works

1. Enrol Online
2. Receive Instant Access
3. Study at Your Own Pace
4. Complete Online Assessment
5. Receive Your Certificate

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