ISO 45001:2018 is a standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that provides a framework for an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS). It was released in March 2018 and is the latest version of the ISO standard for occupational health and safety.

The purpose of ISO 45001:2018 is to provide a systematic and proactive approach to managing occupational health and safety risks and opportunities in the workplace. The standard outlines the requirements for an OHSMS, including areas such as leadership, worker participation, hazard identification and risk assessment, emergency preparedness and response, and continual improvement.

ISO 45001:2018 is designed to be applicable to any type of organization, regardless of its size, industry, or location. It is often used as a basis for certification, with third-party certification bodies conducting audits of organizations to determine if they meet the requirements of the standard.

By implementing ISO 45001:2018, organizations can benefit from improved safety performance, reduced incidents and accidents, improved regulatory compliance, and better worker engagement and participation in safety management. It can also provide a competitive advantage, as customers and stakeholders often prefer to work with organizations that prioritize the health and safety of their workers.