ISO 45001:2018 Internal Audit Training

Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems

Course Overview

The ISO 45001:2018 Internal Audit Training course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, conduct, report, and follow up internal audits of an Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS) in line with ISO 45001:2018.

This course is ideal for organisations seeking to ensure compliance, improve OH&S performance, and maintain an effective and continually improving management system through robust internal auditing.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of ISO 45001:2018 requirements, internal audit principles, and risk-based auditing techniques, supported by practical exercises and real-world audit scenarios.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the structure, intent, and requirements of ISO 45001:2018
  • Interpret ISO 45001:2018 clauses from an internal auditor’s perspective
  • Apply ISO 19011 guidelines for auditing management systems
  • Plan and prepare an ISO 45001:2018 internal audit program
  • Conduct effective internal audits, including interviewing techniques
  • Identify nonconformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement
  • Prepare clear and objective audit reports
  • Follow up corrective actions and verify effectiveness

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for:

  • Internal auditors and audit team members
  • OH&S managers, coordinators, and officers
  • Quality, safety, and compliance professionals
  • Management representatives for ISO 45001:2018
  • Anyone involved in implementing or maintaining an OHSMS

No prior auditing experience is required, though a basic understanding of occupational health and safety concepts is beneficial.

Course Content

The training typically covers:

  • Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 and OH&S management systems
  • Key principles of occupational health & safety
  • Structure and clauses of ISO 45001:2018
  • Risk-based thinking and worker participation
  • Internal audit principles and ISO 19011 overview
  • Audit planning and checklist development
  • Conducting audits: opening meetings, interviews, evidence collection
  • Identifying and grading nonconformities
  • Audit reporting and communication
  • Corrective actions and audit follow-up
  • Continuous improvement through internal audits

Training Methodology

  • Instructor-led presentations
  • Practical audit exercises and case studies
  • Group discussions and role-play activities
  • Real-world examples and best practices

Course Duration

  • 1 day (can be customised or combined with awareness training if required)

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion – ISO 45001:2018 Internal Audit Training.

Benefits to Your Organisation

  • Improved compliance with ISO 45001:2018 requirements
  • More effective internal audits
  • Stronger OH&S performance and risk control
  • Enhanced worker participation and consultation
  • Better preparedness for certification and surveillance audits

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