Purpose of the Audit
The purpose of the ISO 45001 internal audit is to determine whether the occupational health and safety management system conforms to the standard, is effectively implemented and is capable of achieving intended outcomes.
The audit also supports preparation for certification, surveillance and recertification audits.
Audit Scope
- Context of the organisation and interested parties
- Leadership and worker participation
- Assessment of risks and opportunities
- Legal and other requirements
- Objectives and planning
- Resources, competence and communication
- Operational planning and control
- Emergency preparedness
- Performance evaluation
- Non-conformity and continual improvement
Audit Process
- The internal audit programme and scope are defined.
- ISO 45001 clauses are mapped to organisational processes.
- Documents, records and practices are reviewed.
- Employees and managers are interviewed.
- Field implementation is verified.
- Non-conformities and improvement opportunities are reported.
Audit Outputs
- Clause-by-clause ISO 45001 conformity assessment
- Identification of major and minor non-conformities
- Observations and opportunities for improvement
- Assessment of certification readiness
- Corrective action plan
Measure the real effectiveness of your ISO 45001 system
An ISO 45001 internal audit should go beyond checking documents. It should assess how the system is implemented in practice, how workers participate and whether risks are effectively controlled.
WCC internal audits combine the requirements of the standard with the realities of your operations to support sustainable improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the audit be conducted before certification?
Yes. It can be conducted before certification, surveillance or recertification audits.
Does the audit cover all ISO 45001 clauses?
The scope may include the entire standard or specific clauses and processes, depending on organisational needs.
Can WCC follow up corrective actions?
Yes. A follow-up audit may be conducted to verify closure and effectiveness of corrective actions.