ISO 45001 developers aiming for a 2017 effective date
The voluntary international standard intended to improve workplace safety across the globe is expected to go into effect sometime in 2017 – a year later than first predicted.
ISO 45001 Occupational health and safety management systems – Requirements will provide a framework to improve employee safety, reduce workplace risks and create better, safer working conditions, all over the world. The standard is aimed at reducing the 2.3 million fatalities that occur each year due to work-related accidents or diseases.