ISO 45001:2018 (OHSMS) Lead Auditor Certification Course

This ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) Lead Auditor Certification Course is a comprehensive dual-focus training course designed for professionals who aim to both implement and audit Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) in accordance with ISO 45001:2018. This unique course blends the strategic and practical knowledge required for system implementation with the advanced skills necessary for conducting internal and external audits. It prepares participants to lead implementation initiatives and to assess the effectiveness of health and safety systems in diverse organizational contexts.

Learners will gain an in-depth understanding of the ISO 45001 standard, including its high-level structure (Annex SL), risk-based thinking approach, legal and compliance obligations, leadership engagement, and worker participation. Through real-life case studies, learners will be equipped to develop Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies, conduct hazard and risk assessments, establish operational controls, and build a culture of safety. Simultaneously, they will master auditing techniques as prescribed by ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1, enabling them to perform audits with confidence and professional integrity.

This course is tailored for safety officers, compliance managers, consultants, internal auditors, and professionals responsible for managing and evaluating OH&S systems. Whether your goal is to lead a successful implementation project, prepare your organization for certification, or serve as an external auditor, this course provides the tools, templates, and frameworks to help you succeed. A prior understanding of management systems is beneficial but not mandatory.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a certificate of competence as both an ISO 45001 Implementer and Lead Auditor. This dual credential demonstrates your ability to not only establish a compliant and effective OH&S system but also to evaluate its performance objectively. You’ll emerge from the course with practical, transferrable skills that support continuous improvement and workplace safety excellence in any industry.

The course consists of FREE downloadable materials for practice and audit purposes.