Occupational Health & Safety Management System – Associate Certification

This associate 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 awareness-level competence in ISO 45001:2018, including the ability to support Occupational Health and Safety Management System activities, contribute to hazard identification processes, assist in maintaining the legal register, and support performance monitoring and incident reporting — all under supervision. It recognizes individuals who can actively contribute to occupational health and safety management activities.

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:

• ✓Support OHSMS activities under supervision
• ✓Contribute to compliance monitoring and documentation
• ✓Understand practical application of ISO 45001:2018 requirements
• ✓Assist in maintaining management system records
• ✓Participate effectively in OHSMS team activities

Eligibility Requirements

Competency Framework

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

• ▶Practical understanding of ISO 45001:2018 requirements
• ▶Ability to support OHSMS activities under supervision
• ▶Competence in compliance monitoring tasks
• ▶Understanding of documentation and record maintenance
• ▶Ability to contribute to OHSMS team objectives

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