Health and Safety Consulting for Your Business
Many business owners are under the impression that their business standards regarding aspects such as health and safety are up to par with the rest of the world. Quality control over manufactured products in South Africa are standardised by the SABS (South African Bureau of Standards). When a product has their seal of approval on it, a customer has the peace of mind to buy that product. A similar concept applies to businesses that are ISO-compliant regarding health and safety. The SABS is the South African representative of ISO – the International Organisation of Standardisation. We offer ISO consulting, training, and implementation for your business to standardise operations for a more efficient outcome.
The Importance of Health and Safety Standards in a Work Environment
Businesses in the industrial sector are very familiar and aware about the importance of health and safety standards in a work environment. If these standards are not met, it could lead to an employee getting injured or worse. Therefore, in an environment where employees operate heavy and dangerous machinery, health and safety standards and regulations keep the workforce safe. By offering our services regarding ISO standards on health and safety for your business, you can ensure that your employees will be educated and informed on the possible dangers within the workplace. Although some commercial businesses might think that such standards are not necessarily required, workplace incidents occur frequently without the proper training, educating, and implementing of sensible standards to keep your employees and customers safe.
ISO 45001:2018
ISO 45001:2018 is a standard that addresses good practice requirements for managing and developing a functional Occupational Health and Safety Management System for your business. This internationally accepted standard arose as a response to a demand for such a standard to create a safe and controlled work environment in accordance to the implementation of the standard in a business. It provides the required framework for any business to develop processes and controls to integrate into a singular risk management system. Therefore, your business can take health and safety to a globally recognised standard with us on your side. The results will speak for themselves, as your work environment will adhere to international health and safety standards for more efficiency.
This standard is flexible to apply to any business, whether you are a small start-up or a large success. It is also applicable to businesses in any industry. Therefore, the ISO 45001:2018 standard can be used to create the safest possible work environment for your employees. It was composed by leading authorities in certifications and standards to give businesses the means to create and develop processes and systems that are aligned with the guidelines and framework set forth by the standard. As a result, it holds various benefits for businesses that implement this standard. We offer health and safety consulting to assist your business to meet the requirements of this standard and reap the benefits from having a safe and healthy work environment.
Benefits of ISO 45001:2018 Compliance
When your business complies with an international standard, certain benefits come to light that will put your business in a more competitive position. By complying with the ISO 45001:2018 standard, you portray that your business is committed to the safety and wellbeing of the employee, customer, and anyone else entering the work environment. By implementing the various aspects of this standard, you will also lower company expenses related to accidents, injuries, and diseases. By minimising the possibility of accidents occurring in the workplace, you will maximise efficiency for your employees. In some cases, there will be relevant statutory requirements regarding safety compliance for your business. By complying with the ISO 45001:2018, you confirm that your business meets these requirements. Therefore, you will take your business to a new level of safety and efficiency with this standard.
It can be very difficult to completely comprehend the requirements of ISO compliance. Therefore, WWISE is your solution to such a problem. We offer consulting and training services that will educate your employees on ISO standards, as well as the implementation of ISO and SHEQ systems to ensure that your business complies with various ISO standards. Health and safety regulations and standards are created to assist your business. With us on your side, you can take your business to new levels. For more info on how WWISE can help you, please peruse our website on details about the various ISO standards and our services for your business.