ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Internal Auditor
ISO 45001 is the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). It provides a structured framework to improve employee safety, reduce workplace risks, and create better, safer working conditions.
The ISO 45001 Internal Auditor course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to conduct internal audits of an organization’s OHSMS in accordance with ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 19011:2018 (auditing guidelines). It focuses on evaluating compliance, identifying gaps, and driving continuous improvement in health and safety performance.
Aim of ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Internal Auditor
The aim of this training is to:
- Equip participants with the knowledge and auditing skills needed to effectively assess an organization’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) against the requirements of ISO 45001:2018.
- Enable learners to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on internal audits in accordance with ISO 19011:2018 auditing guidelines.
- Help organizations identify nonconformities, assess risk controls, and drive continual improvement in workplace health and safety practices.
- Promote a culture of proactive risk management, legal compliance, and employee well-being.
- Ensure that internal auditors contribute to reducing workplace incidents and improving the overall effectiveness of the safety management system.
Course Overview
ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Internal Auditor
Total Modules 6
Training Credits 16
Directed Learning Hours (DLH) 120
Course Code BUK1946
- Health & Safety Officers / OHS Practitioners
- Managing or overseeing occupational health and safety systems.
- Internal Auditors / Quality Auditors
- Those auditing other ISO systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001) looking to expand into ISO 45001.
- Compliance and Risk Management Officers
- Responsible for ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Engineers / Supervisors
- Involved in day-to-day safety operations or risk assessments.
- ISO Coordinators / Management Representatives
- Supporting ISO implementation and audits in their organization.
- Consultants / Trainers
- Offering advisory or training services related to safety or ISO systems.
- Students / Graduates
- From safety, engineering, environmental science, or management fields looking to start a career in HSE auditing.
| Course Code | Curriculum Title | Credit | DLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUK1946-1 | Introduction to ISO 45001 & Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-2 | Structure and Requirements of ISO 45001:2018 | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-3 | Fundamentals of Auditing (Based on ISO 19011:2018) | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-4 | Introduction to Auditing (Based on ISO 19011:2018) | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-5 | Planning the Internal Audit | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-6 | Conducting the Audit | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-7 | Practical Sessions / Case Studies | 2 | 15 |
| BUK1946-8 | Assessment and Certification | 2 | 15 |
Module 1: Introduction to ISO 45001 & Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
- Purpose and benefits of ISO 45001
- Key terms and definitions
- Differences between OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001
- Overview of occupational health & safety challenges
Module 2: Structure and Requirements of ISO 45001:2018
- Understanding Annex SL and the High-Level Structure (HLS)
- Clause-by-clause interpretation:
- Clause 4: Context of the Organization
- Clause 5: Leadership and Worker Participation
- Clause 6: Planning (including hazard identification & risk assessment)
- Clause 7: Support
- Clause 8: Operation (including emergency preparedness and response)
- Clause 9: Performance Evaluation
- Clause 10: Improvement (nonconformity & corrective action)
Module 3: Fundamentals of Auditing (Based on ISO 19011:2018)
- Types of audits: first-party, second-party, third-party
- Audit principles, ethics, and responsibilities of an internal auditor
- The audit life cycle and process overview
Module 4: Planning the Internal Audit
- Establishing audit objectives, scope, and criteria
- Preparing audit checklists and tools
- Reviewing documentation and previous audit findings
Module 5: Conducting the Audit
- Opening meeting and auditor communication skills
- Collecting audit evidence: interviews, observation, document review
- Identifying nonconformities and recording audit findings
Module 6: Reporting and Follow-up
- Drafting a clear, concise audit report
- Conducting the closing meeting
- Communicating nonconformities and opportunities for improvement
- Follow-up on corrective actions and verifying effectiveness
Module 7: Practical Sessions / Case Studies
- Role-play: Internal auditor and auditee scenarios
- Audit checklist preparation and mock audits
- Group exercises: identifying hazards, risks, and audit findings
Module 8: Assessment and Certification
- Final written or practical assessment
- Feedback session
- Certificate of successful completion
- Health & Safety Officers / OHS Practitioners
- EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) Managers
- Internal Auditors and ISO Coordinators
- Compliance and Risk Management Officers
- Plant Managers / Operations Heads
- Facility Managers and Supervisors
- HR Managers (involved in workplace safety policies)
- Consultants and Trainers in safety and ISO systems
- All Modules within this qualification are assessed internally by the approved training Centre and externally verified by BURRAQ UK. The program uses a criterion-referenced assessment approach to ensure that learners successfully meet all required learning outcomes.
- A Pass in any unit is granted only when the learner submits valid, reliable, and authentic evidence that demonstrates achievement of the assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for reviewing this evidence and confirming that the learner has attained the expected standard.