Research of key elements of the implementation of the occupational health and safety management system with the use of ISO 45001.

Abstract

The Occupational Safety and Risk Management system is an important part of an organization's health and safety strategy. Companies that have their own health and safety management system certified to ISO 45001 benefit from international recognition of ISO standards. Certification makes it possible to standardize the requirements for occupational safety management in a global context, provides companies with greater legal certainty, minimizes risks. The work has an overview character. The purpose of the article was to identify and analyze the key elements of ISO 45001 for its successful integration into the existing OSH management system of Ukrainian organizations. The paper examines the requirements of ISO 45001: 2018. It identifies the basic processes that will help organizations to actively increase the effectiveness of their work in the field of occupational safety. The main advantages are highlighted, which will promote the reputation of the organization as a safe place to work and help to gain more direct benefits in the industry. The list of key factors for successful implementation and maintenance of the system of management of health and safety at work has also been formed. Research findings are an important tool for any company interested in implementing or upgrading a health and safety management system using the ISO 45001 standard, regardless of size and scope.