Exam ISO-45001-Lead-Auditor Topic 3 Question 14 Discussion

ISO 45001:2018 requires a holistic approach to occupational health and safety. This means considering all aspects that could impact worker well-being, not just obvious physical hazards. The correct answer encompasses work activities (the tasks themselves), workplace design (the physical environment), and human factors (psychological and social aspects like working hours and harassment). It's the most comprehensive and aligned with the standard's philosophy ISO 45001:2018, Clause 6.1.2, outlines requirements for hazard identification. Hazards to consider include work activities, workplace design, human factors, and social factors that may impact OH&S. These go beyond traditional physical risks and include psychosocial and organizational hazards.
Analysis of Options:
A . Work activities, workplace design, and human factors such as hours of work and bullying and harassment:
Correct. This comprehensively addresses hazard categories outlined in ISO 45001, Clause 6.1.2.
B . Work activities where there is the possibility of danger:
Too general. ISO 45001 includes broader categories of hazards, including those related to organizational and social factors.
C . Hot-work, working at height, enclosed space entry, and work on electrical equipment:
Too narrow. These are specific hazards but do not encompass the full range outlined in ISO 45001.
D . Work hazards and environmental factors such as bad weather:
Incomplete. While environmental factors are relevant, ISO 45001 also includes workplace design, human factors, and psychosocial hazards.
ISO Reference:
Clause 6.1.2.1: Hazard identification.
Annex A.6.1.2: Examples of hazard categories, including workplace design and human factors.