Occupational Health & Safety : OHSAS 18001

OHSAS 18001 is the latest certification specification for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.” It was developed in response to widespread demand for a recognized standard against which to be certified and assessed.” It is based on already published criteria such as BS 8800 and the Management Regulations 1992. OHSAS 18001 is an audit/certification specification, not a legislative requirement or a guide to implementation.