About the Course
The PECB ISO 45001 Lead Implementer is a five-day training course that aims to equip you with the competence to establish, implement, manage, and maintain an occupational health and safety management system (OH&S MS) in accordance with ISO 45001:2018 requirements and guidance. This training course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of ISO 45001 requirements, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of an OH&S MS. The ultimate ambition of this training course is to enable you to create the conditions for a safer workplace.
Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO 45001 and initiation of an OH&S MS implementation
Day 2: Implementation plan of an OH&S MS
Day 3: Implementation of an OH&S MS
Day 4: OH&S monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit
Day 5: Certification exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of OH&S and OH&S MS
Domain 2: Initiation of an OH&S MS implementation
Domain 3: Planning of an OH&S MS implementation based on ISO 45001
Domain 4: Implementation of an OH&S MS based on ISO 45001
Domain 5: OH&S MS performance evaluation
Domain 6: Continual improvement of an OH&S MS based on ISO 45001
Domain 7: Preparing for an OH&S MS certification audit
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 45001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The credentials in the PECB ISO 45001 certification scheme have the following requirements:
Credential | Exam | Professional experience | OHS-MS project experience | Other requirements |
PECB Certified ISO 45001 Provisional Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 45001 Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in OH&S management | Project activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in OH&S management | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 45001 Senior Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in OH&S management | Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Note: PECB certified individuals who possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master credential, given they have taken four additional Foundation exams related to the scheme. For more information about the Foundation exams and the overall Master credential requirements, go to https://pecb.com/master-credentials.
To be considered valid, the implementation activities should follow best practices and include the following:
Drafting an OH&S MS plan
Managing or leading an OH&S team
Initiating an OH&S MS implementation
Implementing an OH&S MS
Managing documented information
Monitoring the OH&S MS performance
Performing continual improvement activities
General Information
Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
PECB will provide over 450 pages of instructional materials containing explanations, guidance, and practical examples.
A participation certificate of 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued.
In case of exam failure, candidates can retake the exam once for free within 12 months following the initial exam date.
For additional information, please contact us at info@bonegaconsulting.com.
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