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What is the primary purpose of the PDCA cycle in the context of ISO 45001?
What is the primary purpose of the PDCA cycle in the context of ISO 45001?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the PDCA cycle?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the PDCA cycle?
What percentage of workplace accidents are preventable?
What percentage of workplace accidents are preventable?
What is the significance of ISO 45001 in relation to workplace safety?
What is the significance of ISO 45001 in relation to workplace safety?
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What is the key takeaway regarding ISO 45001 from the information provided?
What is the key takeaway regarding ISO 45001 from the information provided?
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Study Notes
Introduction to ISO 45001:2018
- ISO 45001 is the world's first International Standard for occupational health and safety (OH&S) at work, replacing OHSAS 18001.
- OHSAS 18001 was first published in 1999 and revised in 2007, later becoming a British Standard.
- ISO 45001 offers a single, clear framework for organizations to improve their OH&S performance.
History of ISO 45001
- The standard was proposed in October 2013, and at least 70 countries contributed to the drafting process.
- A working draft was approved in 2014, and after revisions, the final draft was published on March 12, 2018.
- The standard passed with 62 votes in favor, nine abstentions, and four votes against from France, India, Spain, and Turkey.
Importance of ISO 45001
- Every day, thousands of lives are lost due to work accidents or fatal diseases linked to work activities, which could and should have been prevented.
- Improved productivity stems from ensuring people operate in workplaces that provide transparency and build trust throughout their operation and supply chain.
- Responsible practices are becoming increasingly important to brands and reputations.
Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle
- The PDCA concept is an iterative process used by organizations to achieve continual improvement.
- The cycle involves planning, doing, checking, and acting to continually improve OH&S performance.
- The PDCA cycle helps organizations effectively manage workplace health and safety by providing a systematic approach to managing occupational health and safety risks.
Facts and Figures
- 99% of all workplace accidents are preventable according to the Health and Safety at Work report.
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This quiz covers the introduction of ISO 45001:2018, its history, and how it replaces OHSAS 18001 as the international standard for occupational health and safety management systems. Learn about the benefits and requirements of ISO 45001.
