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📊 Overall Score: 100.0%
✅ Audit Progress: 0 of 168 clauses assessed (0%)
Selected Standard
ISO 45001
Conforming
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Minor NC
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Major NC
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Observation
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4.1 Context of the Organization
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
4.1.1Has the organization determined internal issues relevant to its purpose that affect its ability to achieve the intended outcomes of the OH&S MS (e.g., organizational culture, worker demographics, workforce diversity, shift patterns, operational complexity, historical incident data)?3Conforming
4.1.2Has the organization determined external issues relevant to the OH&S MS (e.g., applicable legal/regulatory framework, national OH&S statistics, industry-specific hazard profiles, climate and environmental conditions, socioeconomic factors, supply chain risks)?3Conforming
4.1.3Are internal and external issues monitored and reviewed at defined intervals or when significant changes occur (e.g., new legislation, organizational restructuring, new site acquisition)?2Conforming
4.2 Needs and Expectations of Workers and Other Interested Parties
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
4.2.1Has the organization identified all interested parties relevant to the OH&S MS (e.g., workers, worker representatives, trade unions, contractors, customers, regulators, insurers, local communities, emergency services)?2Conforming
4.2.2Are the relevant needs and expectations of each identified interested party documented?2Conforming
4.2.3Has the organization determined which interested-party requirements are or could become legal/regulatory compliance obligations?3Conforming
4.2.4Are interested-party requirements reviewed and updated when circumstances change (new regulations, changes to workforce composition, new contractors on site)?3Conforming
4.3 Determining the Scope of the OH&S MS
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4.3.1Is the scope of the OH&S MS formally documented, explicitly stating which activities, locations, sites, and workers are covered?4Conforming
4.3.2Does the scope consider: internal and external issues (4.1); requirements of interested parties (4.2); and planned or performed work-related activities?4Conforming
4.3.3Does the scope cover all workers under the organization's control, including contractors, agency workers, temporary staff, visitors, and remote/home workers?3Conforming
4.3.4Is the scope reviewed and updated when organizational boundaries, activities, or worker populations change significantly?3Conforming
4.4 OH&S MS and Its Processes
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
4.4.1Has the organization established, implemented, maintained, and continually improved an OH&S MS including all required processes and their interactions, in accordance with ISO 45001?4Conforming
5.1 Leadership and Commitment
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5.1.1Does top management demonstrate visible, active leadership and commitment to the OH&S MS — not just delegating to the safety manager?5Conforming
5.1.2Does top management take overall accountability and responsibility for the prevention of work-related injury and ill health?5Conforming
5.1.3Does top management ensure OH&S policy and objectives are established and compatible with the strategic direction of the organization?5Conforming
5.1.4Does top management ensure OH&S MS requirements are integrated into business processes (not operated as a separate, stand-alone system)?5Conforming
5.1.5Does top management ensure resources needed for the OH&S MS are available (financial, human, infrastructure, technological)?4Conforming
5.1.6Does top management communicate the importance of effective OH&S management and conformity to OH&S MS requirements?4Conforming
5.1.7Does top management promote a culture that supports the OH&S MS — including a culture where workers can report hazards without fear of reprisal?4Conforming
5.1.8Does top management support other relevant management roles to demonstrate their leadership in their areas of OH&S responsibility?4Conforming
5.1.9Does top management ensure and promote continual improvement of the OH&S MS?4Conforming
5.1.10Does top management protect workers from reprisals when reporting incidents, hazards, risks, and opportunities?4Conforming
5.2 OH&S Policy
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
5.2.1Is there a documented OH&S policy signed and dated by the most senior person in the organization?5Conforming
5.2.2Does the policy include a commitment to provide safe and healthy working conditions for the prevention of work-related injury and ill health?5Conforming
5.2.3Does the policy include a commitment to eliminate hazards and reduce OH&S risks?5Conforming
5.2.4Does the policy include a commitment to fulfil legal requirements and other requirements?5Conforming
5.2.5Does the policy include a commitment to consultation and participation of workers and, where they exist, workers' representatives?4Conforming
5.2.6Does the policy include a commitment to continual improvement of the OH&S MS to enhance OH&S performance?4Conforming
5.2.7Is the OH&S policy communicated within the organization, available to workers, contractors, and visitors at all levels?4Conforming
5.2.8Is the OH&S policy available to interested parties as appropriate (e.g., on website, on request to suppliers/contractors)?4Conforming
5.2.9Is the OH&S policy reviewed at defined intervals and updated when context, legal requirements, or business direction changes significantly?4Conforming
5.3 Organizational Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
5.3.1Are OH&S roles, responsibilities, and authorities assigned, documented, and communicated at all levels of the organization?4Conforming
5.3.2Has top management assigned responsibility and authority for ensuring the OH&S MS conforms to ISO 45001?4Conforming
5.3.3Has top management assigned responsibility and authority for reporting on OH&S MS performance to top management?4Conforming
5.3.4Are OH&S responsibilities of line managers (supervisors, team leaders) clearly defined and do they understand their personal accountability?3Conforming
5.3.5Are responsibilities for monitoring significant hazards and OH&S risks assigned to named individuals?3Conforming
5.4 Consultation and Participation of Workers
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
5.4.1Is there a documented process for worker consultation and participation at all applicable levels and functions of the organization?5Conforming
5.4.2Are mechanisms in place for workers to be consulted on: OH&S policy and objectives; hazard identification and risk assessment; determination of controls; identification of competence requirements; determination of what needs to be communicated and how; identification of improvement opportunities?5Conforming
5.4.3Are non-managerial workers (not just safety representatives) involved in hazard identification, risk assessment, and determination of controls?4Conforming
5.4.4Are workers consulted on incident investigation outcomes and corrective actions?5Conforming
5.4.5Are workers in remote locations, multi-site operations, or non-standard working arrangements included in consultation processes?4Conforming
5.4.6Are there mechanisms for workers to report hazards, near-misses, incidents, and safety concerns without fear of reprisal?4Conforming
5.4.7Are worker consultation outcomes documented and communicated back to workers (closing the feedback loop)?4Conforming
5.4.8Are contractors' workers consulted on OH&S matters relevant to their work on site?4Conforming
5.4.9Are workers' representatives (where they exist — e.g., health and safety committees, union representatives) involved in OH&S decision-making?4Conforming
6.1 Actions to Address Risks and Opportunities — General
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
6.1.1Does the organization consider context issues (4.1), interested-party requirements (4.2), and scope (4.3) when planning for OH&S risks and opportunities?4Conforming
6.1.2Does the planning process determine and assess risks and opportunities related to: OH&S hazards; legal and other requirements; emergency situations?4Conforming
6.1b Hazard Identification and Assessment of OH&S Risks and Opportunities
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
6.1b.1Is there a documented, proactive, ongoing process for hazard identification covering all routine and non-routine activities, situations, and locations?5Conforming
6.1b.2Does hazard identification consider: routine, non-routine, and emergency situations; hazards arising from human factors (fatigue, stress, complacency, shift work, lone working); organizational hazards (workload, work pace, job insecurity, bullying and harassment)?5Conforming
6.1b.3Does hazard identification consider: infrastructure, equipment, and materials; design of work areas, processes, installations, machinery, and work organization; past relevant incidents (internal and external); changes to the organization, operations, processes, activities, and the OH&S MS?5Conforming
6.1b.4Does hazard identification cover all workers, including contractors, temporary staff, agency workers, visitors, and workers in remote locations?5Conforming
6.1b.5Is there a documented methodology for assessing OH&S risks, considering the likelihood and severity of harm for each identified hazard?5Conforming
6.1b.6Does the risk assessment consider existing controls and their effectiveness when determining residual risk levels?5Conforming
6.1b.7Are OH&S risks prioritized and is the priority used to drive control selection and resource allocation?5Conforming
6.1b.8Does the organization identify OH&S opportunities for improving OH&S performance (beyond just addressing risks), e.g., adopting better work practices, new technology, ergonomic improvements?5Conforming
6.1b.9Are hazard identification and risk assessments reviewed and updated when changes occur (new equipment, new processes, incident learnings, regulatory changes)?5Conforming
6.1b.10Are workers involved in the hazard identification and risk assessment process?5Conforming
6.1c Determination of Legal Requirements and Other Requirements
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6.1c.1Is there a documented process for identifying applicable OH&S legal and regulatory requirements (national legislation, local regulations, industry codes, standards, collective agreements)?5Conforming
6.1c.2Is there a comprehensive, current legal requirements register covering all applicable OH&S legislation and regulations?5Conforming
6.1c.3Are 'other requirements' (voluntary standards, industry codes, customer OH&S requirements, insurance conditions) also identified and documented?5Conforming
6.1c.4Is the legal register reviewed and updated when new legislation is enacted, amended, or repealed?5Conforming
6.1c.5Are legal requirements communicated to relevant workers and management, and are their implications for operations understood?5Conforming
6.1d Planning Action
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
6.1d.1Are actions planned to address significant OH&S risks, identified opportunities, and legal/other requirements?5Conforming
6.1d.2Are actions integrated into OH&S MS processes and operational controls — not maintained as a separate action list only?5Conforming
6.1d.3Are actions to address risks evaluated for effectiveness after implementation?4Conforming
6.2 OH&S Objectives and Planning to Achieve Them
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
6.2.1Are OH&S objectives established at relevant functions, levels, and processes, consistent with the OH&S policy?5Conforming
6.2.2Are OH&S objectives measurable (or capable of being evaluated) and do they take into account applicable requirements, significant risks, and opportunities?5Conforming
6.2.3Do OH&S objectives include both leading indicators (proactive measures: inspections completed, near-misses reported, training completed) and lagging indicators (reactive measures: injury rates, lost-time incidents)?5Conforming
6.2.4Are OH&S objectives monitored, communicated to relevant workers, and updated as appropriate?4Conforming
6.2.5For each objective, is there a plan stating: what will be done; what resources are required; who is responsible; when it will be completed; how results will be evaluated?4Conforming
7.1 Resources
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7.1.1Has the organization determined and provided the human, financial, infrastructure, and technological resources needed to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve the OH&S MS?4Conforming
7.1.2Are resources for hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, monitoring, and auditing specifically provided?3Conforming
7.2 Competence
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
7.2.1Has the organization determined the OH&S competence requirements for all persons whose work affects OH&S performance (workers, supervisors, managers, emergency response team, first-aiders, safety officers)?4Conforming
7.2.2Are persons competent on the basis of appropriate education, training, or experience, with documented evidence retained?4Conforming
7.2.3Where competence gaps are identified, are actions taken (training, mentoring, supervision, reassignment) and their effectiveness evaluated?4Conforming
7.2.4Are workers operating or maintaining safety-critical equipment specifically trained and competence verified before unsupervised operation?3Conforming
7.2.5Are contractors required to demonstrate OH&S competence before starting work, and is this verified?3Conforming
7.2.6Are competence requirements reviewed when new hazards, processes, or equipment are introduced?3Conforming
7.3 Awareness
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
7.3.1Are all workers (including contractors) aware of the OH&S policy and the importance of conforming to OH&S MS requirements?3Conforming
7.3.2Are workers aware of OH&S hazards, risks, and controls relevant to their specific roles and work areas?2Conforming
7.3.3Are workers aware of their contribution to the effectiveness of the OH&S MS, including the benefits of improved OH&S performance?2Conforming
7.3.4Are workers aware of the implications of not conforming with OH&S MS requirements — including consequences for themselves and others?2Conforming
7.3.5Are workers aware of incidents and outcomes of investigations relevant to their work, to support learning and prevention?2Conforming
7.4 Communication
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
7.4.1Has the organization established, implemented, and maintained processes for both internal and external OH&S communication, defining what, when, with whom, how, and who communicates?3Conforming
7.4.2Do internal communication processes cover: changes in OH&S performance; new or changed hazards and risks; results of incident investigations; new OH&S requirements (legal or otherwise); updates to emergency procedures?3Conforming
7.4.3Do external communication processes cover: reporting to regulators; communication with emergency services; informing contractors and visitors of relevant OH&S hazards and rules?2Conforming
7.4.4Does the communication process consider diversity (language, literacy, disability, culture) to ensure all workers can understand OH&S information?2Conforming
7.4.5Are OH&S performance results communicated to workers at appropriate intervals to maintain engagement and drive improvement?2Conforming
7.5 Documented Information
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
7.5.1Does the OH&S MS include all documented information required by ISO 45001 (scope, policy, hazard identification process, legal register, risk assessments, objectives, competence records, training records, monitoring records, incident records, audit records, management review records, CAPA records)?3Conforming
7.5.2Is documented information controlled for creation, identification, format, review, and approval?3Conforming
7.5.3Is documented information controlled for distribution, access, retrieval, storage, preservation, and disposal?2Conforming
7.5.4Is documented information of external origin (legislation, standards, manufacturer safety data, emergency service plans) identified and controlled?2Conforming
7.5.5Are OH&S records protected from loss, damage, and unauthorized alteration, with defined retention periods?2Conforming
8.1 Operational Planning and Control — General
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
8.1.1Has the organization established, implemented, maintained, and controlled processes needed to meet OH&S MS requirements and to implement the actions determined in Clause 6?5Conforming
8.1.2Are operational controls applied according to the hierarchy of controls in the following priority order: (1) Elimination; (2) Substitution; (3) Engineering controls; (4) Administrative controls; (5) PPE?5Conforming
8.1.3Is the hierarchy of controls understood and applied by line managers and workers when determining controls for new or changed hazards?5Conforming
8.1.4Are documented work instructions, safe systems of work, or permits to work established for high-risk activities (working at height, confined space entry, electrical work, hot work, machinery isolation, chemical handling)?4Conforming
8.1b Management of Change
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
8.1b.1Is there a documented management of change (MOC) procedure covering planned changes to processes, equipment, facilities, materials, staffing, and organizational structure?5Conforming
8.1b.2Are temporary changes (process deviations, use of substitute materials, temporary works) controlled through the MOC process?5Conforming
8.1b.3Are organizational changes (restructuring, redundancies, management changes, changes to shift patterns or workload) assessed for OH&S impact?4Conforming
8.1b.4Are unintended changes (unexpected deviations, equipment failures, supplier changes) identified, reviewed for OH&S impact, and controls adjusted?4Conforming
8.1b.5After implementation of changes, is a post-change review conducted to verify that OH&S controls are effective and no new hazards have been introduced?4Conforming
8.1c Procurement
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
8.1c.1Is there a procurement procedure that includes OH&S requirements for purchasing goods, equipment, materials, and services?4Conforming
8.1c.2Are OH&S requirements specified in purchase orders, contracts, and tender documents for safety-critical goods and services?4Conforming
8.1c.3Are safety data sheets (SDS/MSDS), equipment safety data, and hazard information obtained from suppliers and communicated to relevant workers?3Conforming
8.1c.4Are new chemicals, materials, and substances assessed for OH&S hazards before use in the workplace?3Conforming
8.1d Contractors and Outsourced Work
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
8.1d.1Is there a documented process for managing OH&S risks associated with contractors working on the organization's sites or under its control?5Conforming
8.1d.2Are contractors pre-qualified for OH&S competence before being engaged (including verification of insurance, legal compliance, training records, and OH&S management systems)?5Conforming
8.1d.3Are contractors given a site-specific OH&S induction before starting work, covering site hazards, emergency procedures, restricted areas, and reporting requirements?4Conforming
8.1d.4Are contractor activities on site monitored for OH&S compliance during work (not just at pre-qualification stage)?4Conforming
8.1d.5Are contractor OH&S incidents, near-misses, and hazards reported through the organization's incident reporting system?4Conforming
8.1d.6Is contractor OH&S performance reviewed at defined intervals and used to make re-engagement decisions?4Conforming
8.2 Emergency Preparedness and Response
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
8.2.1Has the organization identified all potential emergency situations relevant to its operations (fire, explosion, chemical spill, medical emergency, natural disaster, power failure, workplace violence, structural collapse)?5Conforming
8.2.2Are documented emergency response plans in place for each identified emergency situation?5Conforming
8.2.3Are emergency response plans communicated to all workers, contractors, and visitors, and are they aware of their roles?5Conforming
8.2.4Is first-aid provision adequate and appropriate for the nature of work and workforce size, including sufficient trained first-aiders, accessible first-aid equipment, and arrangements for medical treatment?5Conforming
8.2.5Are emergency drills and exercises conducted at defined intervals and documented, including evacuation drills and scenario-based exercises?5Conforming
8.2.6Are emergency response plans tested against realistic scenarios (not just fire evacuation) and updated based on exercise outcomes?5Conforming
8.2.7Are emergency procedures coordinated with external parties (emergency services, neighboring organizations, local authorities)?5Conforming
8.2.8Are emergency response plans reviewed and updated after emergency situations occur or when significant changes are made to operations or facilities?5Conforming
9.1 Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis and Performance Evaluation
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9.1.1Has the organization determined what needs to be monitored and measured, the methods to be used, and when results are to be analysed and evaluated?5Conforming
9.1.2Are both proactive (leading) performance indicators monitored (e.g., safety inspections completed, near-misses reported, training completion rates, risk assessments reviewed, maintenance completed on safety equipment)?5Conforming
9.1.3Are lagging (reactive) performance indicators monitored (e.g., total recordable injury rate, lost-time injury frequency rate, severity rate, days lost, property damage incidents, occupational illness rate)?5Conforming
9.1.4Are monitoring results from safety inspections, workplace observations, and equipment checks used to identify trends and drive corrective actions?5Conforming
9.1.5Are monitoring and measuring instruments used for OH&S measurements (e.g., noise dosimeters, air quality monitors, gas detectors, pressure gauges on safety equipment) calibrated or verified at defined intervals, with records retained?4Conforming
9.1.6Is compliance with OH&S legal and other requirements evaluated at defined intervals, using a documented compliance evaluation methodology?4Conforming
9.1.7Does compliance evaluation verify: validity of licences and permits; currency of mandatory training and certifications; completion of legally required inspections and examinations; submission of mandatory reports to regulators?4Conforming
9.1.8Are compliance deficiencies identified through evaluation formally recorded and tracked to closure through the corrective action process?4Conforming
9.1.9Are OH&S monitoring results and performance trends reported to top management at defined intervals?4Conforming
9.2 Internal Audit
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
9.2.1Is there a documented annual OH&S audit programme approved by management, covering the full scope of the OH&S MS?5Conforming
9.2.2Does the audit programme consider: the importance of processes; areas of significant risk; results of previous audits; incident history; legal compliance status; worker consultation outcomes?5Conforming
9.2.3Are internal auditors trained and competent in OH&S MS auditing, and do they not audit their own work (independence requirement)?5Conforming
9.2.4Do audit reports clearly document findings, including nonconformances, observations, and opportunities for improvement, with clause references?5Conforming
9.2.5Are nonconformances identified in audits formally raised, assigned to responsible persons, and tracked to closure through the corrective action process?4Conforming
9.2.6Are audit results communicated to workers and relevant management?4Conforming
9.2.7Is documented information retained as evidence of the audit programme and audit results?4Conforming
9.3 Management Review
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
9.3.1Does top management review the OH&S MS at planned intervals (minimum annually) to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness?5Conforming
9.3.2Do management review inputs include: status of actions from previous reviews; changes in external/internal issues and interested-party requirements?5Conforming
9.3.3Do management review inputs include OH&S performance information: trends in incidents, nonconformances and corrective actions; monitoring and measurement results; compliance evaluation results; audit results; consultation and participation of workers; risks and opportunities?4Conforming
9.3.4Do management review inputs include: adequacy of resources; relevant communications from interested parties including complaints; opportunities for continual improvement?5Conforming
9.3.5Do management review outputs include decisions and actions on: continual improvement opportunities; any need for changes to the OH&S MS; resources needed; implications for strategic direction?4Conforming
9.3.6Are management review records signed, dated, and retained, with action items assigned to named individuals with completion dates?4Conforming
9.3.7Are management review outcomes communicated to workers and their representatives?4Conforming
10.1 General
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
10.1.1Has the organization determined and selected opportunities for improving OH&S performance and the OH&S MS, and implemented actions?3Conforming
10.1.2Are improvement activities proactive (not just reactive to incidents), including changes to work practices, ergonomic improvements, wellbeing initiatives, and adoption of better technologies?3Conforming
10.2 Incident, Nonconformity and Corrective Action
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
10.2.1Is there a documented process for reporting, recording, investigating, and analysing incidents and nonconformities?5Conforming
10.2.2Are all incidents (including near-misses, dangerous occurrences, occupational ill health, property damage) reported and recorded, not just lost-time injuries?5Conforming
10.2.3Are incidents investigated in a timely manner with root cause analysis conducted (not just immediate cause identification)?5Conforming
10.2.4Are workers involved in the incident investigation process, not just management?5Conforming
10.2.5Are corrective actions from incident investigations implemented, tracked, and verified for effectiveness?5Conforming
10.2.6Are similar hazards or risk conditions in other areas or processes considered after an incident (horizontal spread review)?4Conforming
10.2.7Are incident investigation outcomes, lessons learned, and corrective actions communicated to all relevant workers (including contractors), not just those directly involved?4Conforming
10.2.8Are legally notifiable incidents reported to the relevant regulatory authority within required timeframes?4Conforming
10.2.9Are overdue corrective actions escalated to management and tracked to closure?4Conforming
10.2.10Is documented information retained as evidence of incidents, investigations, nonconformities, corrective actions, and their effectiveness?4Conforming
10.3 Continual Improvement
IDQuestionWeightAnswerStatusComments
10.3.1Does the organization continually improve the suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness of the OH&S MS to enhance OH&S performance?4Conforming
10.3.2Does the organization consider outputs of analysis and evaluation (9.1) and management review (9.3) to determine needs and opportunities for improvement?4Conforming
10.3.3Are worker suggestions for OH&S improvement actively solicited, recorded, and responded to?3Conforming
10.3.4Are lessons learned from incidents and near-misses used to improve risk assessments, work procedures, and training?3Conforming
10.3.5Is documented information retained as evidence of continual improvement results?3Conforming
This checklist is a generic audit tool based on ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, and ISO 45001:2018 international standards. It does not guarantee compliance with local, national, or industry-specific legal and regulatory requirements. Users are responsible for identifying and applying all applicable laws and regulations relevant to their organization and jurisdiction.
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