The ACS – GP USA ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Course is a globally recognised training programme designed for professionals seeking advanced expertise in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) auditing. Based on the ISO 45001:2018 standard, this course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, conduct, manage, and lead first-party, second-party, and third-party audits effectively.
Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of ISO 45001:2018 requirements, risk-based thinking, hazard identification, legal compliance, audit principles, audit planning, evidence collection, reporting, and corrective action verification. The course also develops leadership and communication skills necessary for managing audit teams and ensuring successful audit outcomes.
Ideal for health and safety professionals, auditors, compliance managers, consultants, and organisational leaders, this course supports career advancement while helping organisations improve workplace safety, reduce risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of continual improvement in occupational health and safety performance.
Program Highlights
Course Objective
- Understand ISO 45001:2018 requirements and their application to OHSMS auditing.
- Learn advanced audit principles and leadership techniques per ISO 19011:2018 guidelines.
- Develop skills to plan, manage, and lead OHSMS audits for certification purposes.
- Identify workplace health and safety hazards and compliance issues in complex scenarios.
- Explore methods for evaluating non-conformities and recommending strategic corrective actions.
- Gain knowledge of audit reporting, follow-up, and certification decision-making processes.
- Understand the responsibilities of a lead auditor in managing audit teams and stakeholders.
- Learn to assess OHSMS effectiveness and drive continual safety improvement.
Entry Requirements
The following entry requirements are recommended to ensure learners can successfully complete the program:
- Age Requirement: Learners must be at least 18 years of age.
- Educational Background: A secondary school qualification or equivalent is recommended. Learners with a background in occupational health and safety, engineering, construction, manufacturing, business management, or related disciplines may find the course particularly beneficial.
- Professional Experience: Previous experience in occupational health and safety, compliance, risk management, auditing, operations, engineering, construction, manufacturing, or related fields is advantageous but not mandatory.
- English Proficiency: Learners should have a good understanding of English and strong communication skills.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Lead Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) audits in compliance with ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 19011:2018 standards
- Plan, organize, and manage complex OHSMS audits while effectively coordinating audit teams
- Identify workplace safety hazards, risks, and compliance issues during advanced audit processes
- Evaluate non-conformities and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports and support certification and compliance processes
- Drive continual improvement of OHSMS through effective audit leadership and decision-making
- Manage audit teams and engage stakeholders to ensure successful and professional audit outcomes
Target Audience
The ACS – GP USA ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Course is designed for professionals who are responsible for auditing, implementing, managing, or improving Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). It is also ideal for individuals seeking to develop advanced auditing skills and gain expertise in ISO 45001:2018 compliance and workplace safety management.
This course is suitable for:
- Occupational Health and Safety Managers
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Professionals
- Internal and External Auditors
- Lead Auditors and Audit Team Members
- Compliance Managers and Officers
- Risk Management Professionals
- ISO 45001 Implementation Team Members
- Management Representatives
- Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) Personnel
- Operations and Production Managers
- Site Managers and Supervisors
- Construction, Engineering, and Manufacturing Professionals
- Safety Consultants and Advisors
- Human Resources and Workplace Wellbeing Professionals
- Business Owners and Senior Executives
- Regulatory and Compliance Personnel
- Professionals responsible for workplace safety and legal compliance
- Individuals seeking a career in occupational health and safety auditing
