In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial progress, where efficiency and productivity are paramount, it is crucial to cast a spotlight on a fundamental yet often overlooked aspect—Occupational Safety and Health (OSH). In the dynamic world of industry, the pursuit of productivity and efficiency often takes center stage. However, amidst the hustle and bustle, one aspect…
How ISO 45006 Preventing and Managing Infectious Diseases Richard Green provides an overview of the draft version of ISO 45006. The new Occupational health and safety management standard, that will provide organisations with guidelines for preventing and managing infectious disease hazards. Introduction Following the publication of ‘General guidelines for safe working during the COVID-19 pandemic’ in December, the intention was for TC283/WG5…
Key Health and Safety Rules and Guidance in ISO 9001 Bob Marshall, CQP MCQI, Secretary of the CQI Yorkshire branch, explains how health and safety must be considered when determining the needs and expectations of interested parties and providing a suitable working environment. ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems does not specifically mention safety, but to…
Good OSH Culture Bring Business Success: Mohamed Attia, Trainer, and Auditor at testing and certification center TÜV Nord Middle East explains how strong occupational health and safety (OH&S) culture is critical to business success. Over the past century, improvement in the safe system of work (SSOW) and behavioural safety has helped organisations to reduce accident…
