Significance of OHSAS 18001

SIGNIFICANCE OF OHSAS 18001

OHSAS is the Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series for health and safety management systems. Occupational Health is becoming an important business driver in present sensitive business environment. Health and safety is directly related to productivity and efficiency of the organization.

• Customer satisfaction – through delivery of products that consistently meet customer requirements whilst safeguarding their health and property.

• Reduced operating costs – by decreasing down-time through incidents and ill health and reducing costs associated with legal fees and compensation.

• Improved stakeholder relationships – by safeguarding the health and property of staff, customers and suppliers.

• Legal compliance – by understanding how statutory and regulatory requirements impact the organisation and its customers.

• Improved risk management – through clear identification of potential incidents and implementation of controls and measures.

• Proven business credentials – through independent verification against recognized standards.

• Ability to win more business – particularly where procurement specifications require certification as a condition to supply.

How do you start to implement OHSAS 18001?

Firstly, evaluate the Health and Safety needs of your staff and visitors. Then identify the boundaries of your Health and Safety system and document your procedures for meeting the requirements of OHSAS 18001. Ensure these procedures are fully implemented, then audit and review them. Once developed, internal audits are needed to ensure the system continues to be effective. Always bear in mind the need to conform to legislative requirements.

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