Occupational Health & Safety Management System – Internal Auditor Certification

This internal auditor level certification validates foundational to advanced competence in Occupational Health & Safety Management System. Professionals certified at this level demonstrate comprehensive understanding and practical application of Occupational Health & Safety Management System requirements and principles within their organizations.

This scheme certifies competence to plan, conduct, report, and follow up ISO 45001:2018 OH&SMS internal audits in accordance with ISO 19011:2018. This includes auditing hazard identification and risk assessment processes, worker participation mechanisms, legal compliance, operational controls, and generating formal OH&S audit reports. Certified Internal Auditors are competent to plan, conduct, report, and follow up OH&S internal audits independently.

Who Is This For?

Purpose & Objectives

This certification program is designed to validate your competence and knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Management System requirements. Upon completion, you will be able to:

• ✓Plan and conduct internal audits per ISO 19011:2018
• ✓Identify nonconformities and opportunities for improvement
• ✓Generate structured audit reports with evidence-based findings
• ✓Evaluate the effectiveness of OHSMS controls and processes
• ✓Follow up on corrective actions and verify their effectiveness

Eligibility Requirements

Competency Framework

Candidates for the Internal Auditor certification in Occupational Health & Safety Management System must demonstrate competence in:

• ▶Audit planning and preparation per ISO 19011:2018
• ▶Audit evidence gathering and evaluation techniques
• ▶Nonconformity identification and classification
• ▶Audit reporting and documentation
• ▶Corrective action follow-up and verification

Assessment & Examination

• ✓Multiple-choice examination format
• ✓Minimum passing score: 70%
• ✓Online proctored examination available
• ✓Results provided within 48 hours

Certificate Validity & CPD

• ✓Certificate validity period: 3 years from date of issue
• ✓Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required for renewal
• ✓Minimum 15 CPD hours per year in relevant domain
• ✓Recertification examination or portfolio assessment at renewal
• ✓Digital certificate and verification via QA Assessor registry

Code of Conduct

All certified professionals must adhere to the QA Assessor Code of Conduct:

• ▶Acting with integrity, objectivity, and professional competence
• ▶Maintaining confidentiality of all information obtained during professional activities
• ▶Reporting any conflicts of interest or ethical concerns
• ▶Committing to continuous professional development
• ▶Upholding the reputation of the certification and the profession