OHSMS Lead Auditor
The LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor course is a comprehensive program designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical expertise in auditing Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). This course covers all aspects of ISO 45001:2018 standards, including audit planning, risk assessment, compliance evaluation, and reporting. Participants gain a clear understanding of how to assess and improve health and safety management systems within organizations, ensuring alignment with international standards.
The training emphasizes the complete audit lifecycle, from preparing audit plans and checklists to conducting site inspections and reporting findings. Learners explore practical auditing techniques, including internal and external OHSMS audits, identifying gaps, evaluating risks, and recommending corrective actions to enhance workplace safety and compliance. The course also highlights how to apply ISO 45001:2018 requirements effectively, ensuring a structured approach to occupational health and safety management.
By integrating real-world scenarios and practical exercises, the program equips learners with the skills to perform professional OHSMS Lead Auditor tasks confidently. It provides a thorough understanding of compliance monitoring, audit documentation, and reporting procedures, ensuring that audits are conducted efficiently and accurately.
Upon completing the course, learners will possess a robust understanding of OHSMS auditing techniques, ISO 45001:2018 standards, and effective health and safety management practices. The course ensures participants can plan, execute, and report audits that support continuous improvement in occupational health and safety systems.
The LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor course offers a structured and practical approach to mastering OHSMS auditing, providing comprehensive knowledge, hands-on experience, and proven methodologies for evaluating and enhancing workplace safety management systems.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200097
Qualification Specification
To enrol in the LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200097-1 |
Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 and OHSMS |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200097-2 |
Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification in OHSMS |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200097-3 |
Planning and Conducting OHSMS Audits |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200097-4 |
Leadership and Employee Involvement in OHSMS |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200097-5 |
Internal Auditing and Corrective Actions in OHSMS |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200097-6 |
Continuous Improvement and Compliance in OHSMS |
6 |
18 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 and OHSMS
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of the ISO 45001:2018 standard and the core principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS).
- Analyze the structure and objectives of ISO 45001:2018, recognizing its significance in enhancing workplace safety.
- Identify the key components of an effective OHSMS and explain their roles in reducing workplace hazards and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification in OHSMS
- Apply risk assessment methodologies to identify and evaluate workplace hazards in compliance with ISO 45001:2018.
- Develop effective strategies to mitigate identified risks, enhancing the overall safety culture within the organization.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate risk management processes into the OHSMS, ensuring continual safety improvements.
Planning and Conducting OHSMS Audits
- Plan, execute, and manage OHSMS audits in alignment with ISO 45001:2018 standards.
- Collect evidence, analyze audit results, and report audit findings effectively, ensuring the health and safety management system is operating as required.
- Demonstrate proficiency in audit techniques, such as sampling, interviewing, and observation, to assess OHSMS performance.
Leadership and Employee Involvement in OHSMS
- Understand the leadership roles and responsibilities in implementing and maintaining an effective OHSMS.
- Recognize the importance of employee participation in fostering a strong safety culture and continuous improvement in health and safety practices.
- Develop leadership strategies to encourage organizational commitment to ISO 45001:2018’s health and safety goals.
Internal Auditing and Corrective Actions in OHSMS
- Conduct thorough internal audits of OHSMS processes, identifying non-conformities and areas for improvement.
- Recommend and follow up on corrective actions to address identified deficiencies, ensuring corrective measures align with ISO 45001:2018 requirements.
- Improve internal auditing practices and the overall effectiveness of the OHSMS through continuous monitoring and evaluation.
Continuous Improvement and Compliance in OHSMS
- Apply principles of continuous improvement to optimize OHSMS performance and ensure long-term compliance with ISO 45001:2018.
- Use audit findings, risk assessments, and employee feedback to drive ongoing enhancements in health and safety management.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate corrective actions, lessons learned, and performance metrics into a cycle of continual safety system improvement.
This diploma is ideal for:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
