Support Activities for Developing an OHSAS System

Historical reference: OHSAS 18001 has been withdrawn and replaced by ISO 45001. The material below describes the earlier implementation approach. References to OHSAS certification are historical; current projects should be planned against ISO 45001 and applicable requirements.

BSI information on the replacement standard

ITVC Global provides information to support leadership commitment

• Benefits of the OHSAS approach.
• Resource requirements.
• Implementation methods.
• Project duration.
• Information about certification.

ITVC Global works with the organization on assessment and planning

• Assess existing occupational health and safety management activities.
• Identify gaps against the OHSAS requirements used at the time.
• Develop a detailed project implementation plan with the organization.

ITVC Global supports development of the occupational health and safety system

• Train personnel in the applicable OHSAS requirements.
• Train personnel in developing the system and its documentation.
• Work with departments to plan the management system and documentation.
• Guide preparation of individual documents.
• Review progress, answer questions and refine the documentation.
• Review and revise documents before issue.

ITVC Global guides implementation of the documentation

• Provide general awareness training for employees.
• Guide departments in applying the documentation.
• Help departments adjust documents to practical conditions and resolve emerging issues.

ITVC Global helps evaluate and improve the occupational health and safety system

• Provide internal auditor training.
• Guide internal audits.
• Help departments address internal audit findings.
• Guide evaluation of corrective actions.

ITVC Global helps prepare for certification assessment

• Provide information about certification bodies.
• Support contact and application procedures with the selected certification body.
• Support readiness reviews and certification audits.
• Guide corrections and review corrective actions for findings from readiness reviews and certification audits.
• Support maintenance and continual improvement after certification.