ISO 45001 OH&S Management System Manual

What problem it solves

Organisations adopting ISO 45001 often have safety practices in place but no coherent document showing how they form a system. This provides that orientation.

Who it is for

Organisations establishing or formalising an OH&S management system.

What the document covers

• Scope of the system and boundaries
• Context, interested parties and their requirements
• Process structure and interactions
• Roles, responsibilities and authorities
• References to supporting procedures and records

How to use it

Use it as the map to the system. Keep detail in the procedures so the manual stays stable as processes evolve.

Limitations to be aware of

The manual describes intended structure. Certification and conformity depend on the system operating in practice, evidenced by records and audit.

This is general information. A template provides a structured starting point and does not by itself create legal compliance. What your organisation and site require comes from the applicable legislation and a competent practitioner.

Other documents in this library

• Occupational Health & Safety Policy — Policies
• OH&S Objectives and Targets — Objectives & Performance
• Context of the Organisation Register — Registers
• Interested Parties Register — Registers
• OH&S Risks and Opportunities Register — Registers

Related resources

• Construction Health and Safety File guide
• Health and Safety Plan vs File

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