OHSMS Lead Auditor
The LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with advanced knowledge and practical skills in auditing Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). Learners gain a thorough understanding of ISO 45001:2018 standards, including audit planning, risk assessment, compliance evaluation, and reporting. The course enables learners to assess and improve workplace health and safety systems effectively, ensuring alignment with international standards.
Through real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises, learners develop expertise in the full audit lifecycle, from preparing audit plans and checklists to conducting site inspections and reporting findings. Learners also explore practical techniques for performing internal and external audits, identifying gaps, evaluating risks, and recommending corrective actions to enhance safety and compliance.
By completing this program, learners acquire the skills to execute OHSMS Lead Auditor responsibilities confidently, monitor compliance efficiently, and support continuous improvement in occupational health and safety management systems.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200097
Qualification Specification
To enrol in the LICQual ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor, 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.
