ISO 45001 Lead Implementer Course prepares professionals to design, implement, maintain and improve an OH&SMS based on ISO 45001, ensuring evidence, integration with operations and alignment with compliance requirements.
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Language: available in Portuguese or English
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Exam: 3h
EXCELLENCE AND LEADERSHIP LEVEL — technical authority and leadership in governance.
Why this course exists
To transform ISO 45001 requirements into real, evidence-based implementation integrated with operations.
Many organisations carry out OHS activities, but fail when they need to demonstrate operational control, fulfilment of obligations and continuous improvement with consistent evidence. This course prepares professionals to design and implement an OH&SMS in accordance with ISO 45001, with method, consistency and results orientation, including integration with existing processes and third-party management.
What this course enables you to do
Structure
Define context, scope, policy, roles and responsibilities and the OH&SMS governance model, ensuring coherence and traceability.
Implement
Design and implement ISO 45001 processes — planning, assessment of risks and opportunities, legal and other requirements, operational control, emergency preparedness and response.
Operationalise
Translate requirements into operational routines, competences, communication, third-party control and evidence, with a focus on system effectiveness and sustainability.
Improve
Define performance measurement, internal audit, management review, treatment of nonconformities and continuous improvement based on data and evidence.
Frameworks, standards and best practices addressed throughout the course
ISO 19011
HLS structure — Annex SL
Risk Management — ISO approach
Legal and other requirements — OHS
Integration with ISO 9001 / ISO 14001
Incident management and investigation
Third-party control and procurement
KPIs, internal audit and review
BEHAVIOUR methodology — step by step
Value for the organisation
- Greater operational control in OHS, with defined processes, consistent evidence and reduced variability.
- Improved conformity — legal obligations and other requirements — with traceability and systematic monitoring.
- Reduced incidents and risk exposure through risk and opportunity management integrated with operations.
- Ability to demonstrate OH&SMS maturity to clients, partners, insurers and relevant entities.
Introduction
The ISO 45001 Lead Implementer course is supported by a practical case study and challenges participants to design, implement, maintain and improve an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&SMS), based on the requirements of ISO 45001 and recognised best practices.
In addition to mastering the concepts, principles and clause-by-clause requirements, the course focuses on the ability to put the standard into practice, through a step-by-step methodology proposed by BEHAVIOUR. This approach integrates the definition of context and scope, identification of legal and other requirements, assessment of OHS risks and opportunities, design and operational control, performance measurement and continuous improvement, supported by templates, tools and resources oriented towards evidence.
The ISO 45001 Lead Implementer course also frames integration with other management systems — ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 — and strengthens the link between planning, operation and performance evaluation, preparing participants to sustain the implementation and evolution of the OH&SMS in a real context.
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General Objectives
At the end of the ISO 45001 Lead Implementer course, participants will be able to:
- Understand ISO 45001 requirements and fundamental principles and their application in an organisational context.
- Define context, scope, policy, objectives and governance structure for an OH&SMS.
- Identify and manage legal and other applicable requirements, ensuring control and evidence.
- Implement OHS risk and opportunity assessment processes and control planning.
- Design and operationalise operational control, management of alterations, procurement and third-party management.
- Structure competences, communication, participation/consultation and evidence-oriented document management.
- Define monitoring, metrics and performance evaluation for the OH&SMS.
- Manage nonconformities, incidents, corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Plan internal audit and management review to sustain system conformity and effectiveness.
- Acquire the knowledge required to succeed in the BEHAVIOUR Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer exam.
Target Audience
- OHS managers and technicians who wish to structure or improve an OH&SMS based on ISO 45001.
- Managers and operations leaders who need to integrate OHS requirements into management and operations.
- Consultants supporting organisations in OH&SMS implementation or improvement projects.
- Quality and environmental professionals involved in integrated systems — ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001.
- Human Resources and training/competence managers with OHS responsibilities.
- Professionals who wish to strengthen evidence and control capability in OHS, including third-party management.
Prerequisites
There are no mandatory formal prerequisites. However, previous experience or exposure to OHS, operational processes, risk management, conformity and governance is recommended, as well as familiarity with management system models and evidence.
In addition, other specific requirements may apply, where relevant, depending on the quotation or proposal presented.
Programme
Foundations, context and OH&SMS structure — ISO 45001
- Introduction to the course and BEHAVIOUR approach
- ISO 45001: principles, HLS structure and key requirements
- Context of the organisation, interested parties and OH&SMS scope
- Leadership, policy and responsibilities
- Planning: OHS risks and opportunities — practical approach
Legal and other requirements; system support and operation
- Identification, access and assessment of legal and other requirements
- Objectives, planning to achieve objectives and control planning
- Competence, awareness, communication and documented information
- Operation: operational planning and control
- Management of alterations, procurement, contracting and third-party control
Emergency preparedness and response; incidents and nonconformities
- Emergency preparedness and response — design and evidence
- Incident investigation and treatment of causes
- Management of nonconformities and corrective actions
- Integration with operations and organisational learning
Performance evaluation and continuous improvement — sustainable OH&SMS
- Monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation — KPIs and evidence
- Internal audit — ISO 19011 framework
- Management review and evidence-based decision-making
- Continuous improvement and OH&SMS maturity
- Course closure
Exam(s) and Certification
Exam “Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer”
The exam covers the following competence domains:
- Domain 1: ISO 45001 foundations and requirements
- Domain 2: OH&SMS context, leadership and planning
- Domain 3: Operational implementation and control, including third parties
- Domain 4: Performance evaluation — KPIs, internal audit and review
- Domain 5: Nonconformities, incidents and continuous improvement
Language(s): Portuguese and English. Please contact BEHAVIOUR regarding availability in other languages.
Duration: 3 hours.
Format: Multiple-choice questions and open questions, based on a main case study and related to the competence domains.
Pass mark: 700/1000 points.
Results: Pass or Fail.
Issuing entity: Behaviour (legal entity), through its certification service Behaviour Certification Services.
Retake: 1 free retake within a maximum period of 2 months after the exam result is made available.
Certification — levels and requirements
After successfully completing the exam and accepting or signing the applicable agreement and Code of Ethics, the candidate may apply for one of three levels, according to experience:
- Certified ISO 45001 Associate Implementer: no previous experience required
- Certified ISO 45001 Implementer: 2 years of experience in OHS and/or management systems
- Certified ISO 45001 Lead Implementer: 5 years of experience in OHS and/or management systems
A Certificate and a Digital Certification Badge will be issued to participants who successfully complete the certification exam and satisfy all requirements of the certification for which they are applying. The certification is issued by Behaviour (legal entity), through its certification service Behaviour Certification Services.
Behaviour® professional certification — proprietary scheme — with international recognition in the market. The scheme is designed and operated based on best practices for certification of persons, principles of impartiality and exam quality, and applicable international references, including the principles of ISO/IEC 17024.
Certification programmes are valid only for individuals, and the award and maintenance of certification depend on the exam result, professional experience and compliance with the applicable agreement and Code of Ethics.
If the professional does not comply with the agreement or the Code of Ethics, the certification is not granted or is revoked.
Other Information
General Information
- Training available in Portuguese or English.
- Online training materials available in Portuguese or English, with online access, in accordance with the awarded conditions.
- Practical step-by-step implementation methodology.
- Behaviour digital Training Attendance Certificate with 40 CPD/CPE credits.
- Online Certification Exam, in Portuguese or English. The exam may be taken up to 2 months from the course start date.
- If the candidate does not pass the exam, they are entitled to one free retake within a maximum period of 2 months from the release date of the initial exam result.
- Digital Certification Diploma and Digital Certification Badge after passing the exam and completing the application process. This registration process has no associated cost.
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Benefits
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- ISO 45001 defines a structured OHS Management System, oriented towards risk and continuous improvement.
- Supports operational control, reduction of incidents and robustness in the management of compliance obligations.
- The course is based on the BEHAVIOUR pedagogical model, with step-by-step methodology and practical application.
- Integrates operational evidence, third-party management and measurement and performance practices.
- Reinforces OH&SMS consistency and integration with other management systems — ISO 9001 / ISO 14001.
- Customised methodology that transforms knowledge into practice, with tools and techniques applicable to real contexts.
- Certification exam supervised by an official BEHAVIOUR administrator.
- Exam with multiple-choice questions and open questions, based on a case study, to assess competences more effectively.
- After passing the exam and applying for certification, the professional reaches the applicable level. In case of failure, there is a free retake within the period defined in the scheme.
Logistics
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- Live Online (synchronous time): 09h30–13h00 and 14h00–17h30 (Lisbon time), with short breaks
- Classroom (synchronous time): 09h30–13h00 and 14h00–17h30 (Lisbon time), with short breaks
- 28 hours of synchronous training, distributed across 4 consecutive days
- Estimated 12 hours of guided autonomous work, intended for content consolidation and exam preparation, carried out flexibly outside synchronous sessions
- Requirements: computer with stable internet, updated browser, PDF reader and audio/video
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This course can be attended by individual professionals. It may also be integrated into capability-building paths for teams responsible for the practical and structured implementation of an OH&SMS, oriented towards decision-making, evidence and maturity.