Health & Safety Foundation OHSAS 18001 Training Course

Gain a foundational understanding of ISO 45001 to improve workplace health and safety performance.

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This certified one-day foundation programme introduces learners to the principles and structure of ISO 45001:2018 – the international standard for Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems (OH&SMS). Delivered in association with CQI and IRCA Approved Training Partner Antaris, the course is aligned with international best practices and provides a pathway to globally recognised auditing credentials. The course supports learners in building the essential understanding required to participate in or progress to OH&SMS Auditor Training.

Designed for individuals across all industries, the course provides an engaging, practical introduction to the ISO 45001 standard and its strategic value in improving health and safety performance. Organisations have a statutory obligation to operate in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of their workforce. Implementing a recognised Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) management system such as ISO 45001 provides a structured and effective way to meet this obligation through proactive risk identification, mitigation strategies and continuous performance improvement.

The course will provide learners with an understanding of the importance of ISO 45001 as a practical tool for improving workplace health and safety through a structured, standards-based approach.

This one-day programme covers the core requirements and structure of ISO 45001, with a focus on real-world application. Learners explore:

Key OH&S terms, definitions and risk management concepts
Evolution, purpose, intent and benefits of ISO 45001
The Annex SL structure and plan-do-check-act (PDCA) cycle
The specific occupation health & safety management-related requirements of ISO 45001:
Organisational context and interested parties
Leadership, commitment, participation and consultation
OH&S objectives, planning and controls
Hazard identification and risk assessment
Monitoring, measurement, evaluation and evaluation solutions
Incidents and emergency situations
Outsourced processes, procurement and contractors
ISO 45001 certification process
Continuous improvement

This training is highly practical and can be tailored for In-Company delivery. It includes interactive exercises, real-world examples and scenario-based learning to help learners connect theory to practice.

This programme is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in occupational health and safety management.

It is ideal for:

Health & Safety Officers and Managers
Technical and Environmental Managers
Quality Managers
Safety Representatives

It is suitable for individuals preparing to take on OH&S responsibilities or progress to auditor-level training.

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

Learners achieve the following learning outcomes from the programme;

Understand the purpose of OH&S management systems and ISO standards
Identify the strategic and operational benefits of ISO 45001
Recognise the structure, content and terminology of ISO 45001
Interpret the key requirements of the ISO 45001 standard

This course builds the practical understanding needed to engage with OH&S management in typical workplace settings and real-world situations.

Elizabeth Walker

Elizabeth has extensive industry experience planning, establish...

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Finbarr Stapleton

Finbarr Stapleton, Antaris, has a B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry...

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Gerry Higgins

With extensive experience of implementing quality, environmenta...

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Nick Smyth

Nick Smyth graduated from the University of Limerick in 1981 wi...

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Peter Fleming

Peter Fleming is an accomplished EHSQ professional with credibl...

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Learners are assessed continuously throughout the course via interactive exercises and engagement in Q&A sessions:

Involvement in case study exercises
Active participation in course discussions
Tutor-led evaluation of individual contributions

Full attendance and participation are required for successful completion.

Our training approach is practical, highly interactive and discussion-based, with flexibility to meet organisational needs:

Pre-training consultation for In-Company courses to customise delivery
Access to comprehensive course material that is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest industry standards and ISO 45001 guidance
Flexible delivery options to suit different needs:
Onsite and live virtual training for your team
Scheduled virtual public courses for individuals to join independently
Real-time support from expert tutors

Class sizes are generally limited to 10-12 to support personalised learning and individual support.

Programme Accreditation

Certified by CQI IRCA, course certificate number 1989
Delivered in association with Antaris, a CQI IRCA Approved Training Partner.

CQI IRCA is internationally recognised for setting global benchmarks in auditor training and certification, particularly in areas such as Occupational Health & Safety. Its endorsement gives learners and organisations the confidence that their training meets international best practice for ISO 45001.

This foundation course prepares learners for further professional development in health and safety or auditing:

CQI IRCA Certified OH&SMS Internal Auditor Training
CQI IRCA Certified OH&SMS Lead Auditor Training
ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or Integrated Management Systems programmes
Health and Safety Leadership training

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Accreditation

This Programme (FD127) is presented by Antaris (01185832)

CQI and IRCA Certified - Programme Ref 1989

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Course Code

HS015

Duration

1 training day

Public Price

Virtual Training: £355

+ €30 for CQI IRCA Course Certification

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by Classroom, Virtual Training, or In-Company training

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