ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard for occupational health and safety management, is expected to undergo revision.
While still at an early stage, the process is moving forward, with the next committee meeting planned for May 2025 and publication likely to follow in 2027.
We don’t yet know the full scope of the proposed changes, but we do know they’re coming – and that certified organisations will need to prepare. Early discussions suggest areas of focus could include the impacts of climate change on workplace safety, greater emphasis on wellbeing and stronger support for a diverse workforce. Starting early means you’ll be ready to plan, align and transition with confidence when the time comes.
Why it matters
ISO 45001 helps organisations create safer, healthier workplaces. It supports compliance, reduces risk and improves employee wellbeing - all critical for today’s working environments. Like other ISO standards, it is reviewed periodically to ensure it remains relevant and reflects current best practice.
With revisions to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 already underway and expected to publish before ISO 45001, now is the ideal time to start thinking holistically. For organisations with integrated systems, a joined-up approach to all three transitions could offer significant benefits.
How LRQA is supporting your transition
To help you prepare and stay informed, LRQA has launched the Transition Club - a central hub for everything related to the upcoming revisions of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001.
As a member, you’ll get:
- Early updates and expert interpretation of what’s changing
- Awareness briefings and transition training as timelines progress
- Support for integrated systems across all three standards
- Gap analysis and tailored advisory solutions
- Ongoing tools and resources to guide your journey
Even though ISO 45001 will be the last of the three to change, starting early gives you the space to plan and prepare without pressure.
Expert support you can trust
“ISO 45001 plays a vital role in protecting people and building resilient workplaces. With its revision on the horizon - and ISO 9001 and 14001 already progressing - we know many organisations are starting to think about how to manage change. That’s exactly why we launched our Transition Club. We are here to support you throughout your transition journey, and in our minds, there’s no such thing as being too prepared. Use us, let us guide you through this change.”
Join the club
ISO 45001 may be further down the line, but now is the time to get ready. Join the Transition Club today and take a proactive step toward your next stage in occupational health and safety management.
