ISO 45001 draft development — Historical information

This article preserves information about the ISO 45001 draft development periodwhen publication had originally been expected in 2016. The drafting timetable changed during development.

Stages in developing a draft standard

• CD: Committee Draft, used for discussion and agreement on content.
• DIS: Draft International Standard, circulated for comment and voting.
• FDIS: Final Draft International Standard, before completion of publication procedures.

Businesses should distinguish drafts from published standards. Drafts can change, so a projected publication timetable should not be used to identify a certification edition.

Structure of an occupational health and safety management system

1. Scope.
2. Normative references.
3. Terms and definitions.
4. Context of the organisation.
5. Leadership and worker participation.
6. Planning.
7. Support.
8. Operation.
9. Performance evaluation.
10. Improvement.

What should businesses check?

Use the correct standard edition and relevant amendments; identify the facility’s scope, hazards and applicable legal requirements. For training or system development, begin by reviewing current practices and implementation capabilities rather than continuing to rely on an old draft.

Consult the official edition and supporting information on ISO’s ISO 45001 page.