IRCA CERTIFIED OHSAS OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT (18001:2007)
Developing Competent Auditors for Workplace Safety and Compliance with OHSAS 18001 Standards
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 19 – 23 Apr 2026 | Riyadh, KSA | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
OHSAS 18001:2007 is a globally recognized standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS), providing a framework to identify, control, and reduce workplace risks. While ISO 45001 has since replaced OHSAS 18001, many organizations still maintain compliance or transition from OHSAS to ISO systems.
This IRCA-certified training equips participants with the knowledge and auditing skills required to assess OHSMS effectiveness based on OHSAS 18001:2007. The course includes audit principles, planning, execution, and reporting aligned with ISO 19011 guidelines. Real-world case studies, practical workshops, and audit simulations are used to ensure readiness for both internal and third-party audits.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the structure and requirements of OHSAS 18001:2007
• Interpret occupational health and safety risks, controls, and legal obligations
• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on OHSMS audits per IRCA/ISO 19011
• Evaluate nonconformities and recommend corrective actions
• Support transition planning from OHSAS 18001 to ISO 45001 where applicable
Key Benefits of Attending
• Gain IRCA-recognized certification in health and safety auditing
• Build confidence in evaluating risk controls, compliance, and system effectiveness
• Acquire auditing techniques based on international guidelines (ISO 19011)
• Learn from practical case studies and industry safety audits
• Support your organization’s compliance and certification objectives
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Health & Safety Officers and Managers
• Internal and Lead Auditors of OHSMS
• EHS, Compliance, and Risk Professionals
• Consultants preparing for OHSAS or ISO 45001 transitions
• Anyone seeking IRCA-approved auditor credentials
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• OHSAS 18001:2007 clause-by-clause interpretation
• Risk-based thinking and hazard control auditing
• Internal and external audit planning and execution
• Nonconformity identification, classification, and reporting
• Understanding of legal and regulatory HSE compliance requirements
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Stronger OHSMS implementation and audit readiness
• Reduced workplace incidents through improved hazard control
• Compliance with legal and stakeholder safety requirements
• Effective internal audit programs aligned with IRCA/ISO 19011
• Enhanced ability to transition toward ISO 45001 certification
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – OHSAS 18001 structure, IRCA audit principles
• Case Studies – Incident analysis, audit nonconformities, risk evaluations
• Workshops – Audit plan development, checklist creation, audit reporting
• Peer Exchange – Lessons from past audits and system gaps
• Tools – IRCA-compliant audit forms, clause checklists, CAPA templates
Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Introduction to OHSAS and HSE Systems
- Module 1: Overview of OHSAS 18001:2007 (07:30 – 09:30)
• History, purpose, compatibility with ISO standards - Module 2: OH&S Risks, Legal Requirements & Policy (09:45 – 11:15)
• Hazard identification, compliance obligations - Module 3: Planning for OH&S Management (11:30 – 01:00)
• Objectives, programs, performance indicators - Module 4: Workshop – Develop an HSE Risk Register (02:00 – 03:30)
• Identify hazards and classify risks
Day 2: OHSAS 18001 Clause Interpretation
- Module 5: Operational Control and Emergency Preparedness (07:30 – 09:30)
• Standard operating procedures, drills, readiness - Module 6: Performance Monitoring and Incident Reporting (09:45 – 11:15)
• Measurement, incident trends, investigation methods - Module 7: Management Review and Continuous Improvement (11:30 – 01:00)
• Corrective action, preventive action, audit findings - Module 8: Workshop – Perform a Clause Gap Analysis (02:00 – 03:30)
• Compare OHSAS 18001 compliance against practice
Day 3: Audit Process and Planning
- Module 9: Introduction to Auditing and IRCA Guidelines (07:30 – 09:30)
• Types of audits, auditor roles, ISO 19011 - Module 10: Preparing an Audit Plan (09:45 – 11:15)
• Scope, objectives, resources, time allocation - Module 11: Audit Checklists and Sampling Techniques (11:30 – 01:00)
• Evidence gathering, interviews, observation - Module 12: Workshop – Create an OHS Audit Plan (02:00 – 03:30)
• Select clauses, assign responsibilities
Day 4: Audit Execution and Reporting
- Module 13: Conducting the Audit – Field Techniques (07:30 – 09:30)
• Opening meetings, fieldwork protocols - Module 14: Identifying and Classifying Nonconformities (09:45 – 11:15)
• Major vs minor, risk relevance, documentation - Module 15: Reporting and Closing the Audit (11:30 – 01:00)
• Report structure, recommendations, audit trail - Module 16: Workshop – Conduct a Simulated Audit Interview (02:00 – 03:30)
• Roleplay and field notes assessment
Day 5: Certification, Transition and Final Assessment
- Module 17: Corrective Actions and Follow-Up (07:30 – 09:30)
• CAPA plans, deadlines, verification - Module 18: Preparing for IRCA Certification (09:45 – 11:15)
• Requirements, exam tips, continuous learning - Module 19: Transitioning to ISO 45001 (11:30 – 01:00)
• Gap analysis and migration plan overview - Module 20: Final Workshop – Mock Audit and Evaluation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Group assessment with feedback session
Certification
Participants will receive an IRCA-Approved Certificate of Completion in OHSAS Occupational Health & Safety Management (18001:2007), confirming their qualification to conduct internal and external audits and support OHS compliance and transition initiatives.