Reliance High-Tech has announced that it has gained certification from the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) to the ISO 45001 occupational health and safety standard. Following a two-stage assessment process, Reliance High-Tech demonstrated its ability to provide a legally compliant working environment, mitigate potential hazards and foster a culture where employees are more aware, engaged and committed to safety.
“This latest achievement complements our existing range of ISO certifications that includes ISO 9001 quality management, ISO 14001 environmental management and ISO 27001 information security management,” stated Darrel Skinner, health and safety environmental and quality manager at Reliance High-Tech.
A globally recognised occupational health and safety standard, ISO 45001 sets out a framework that employers can implement to address any issues. Based upon the Plan, Do, Check, Act structure pioneered by management quality expert, W Edwards Deming, it ensures that the hazards and risks associated with an organisation’s activities are systematically identified, assessed, controlled, monitored, and continuously improved upon. This involves a constant process of analysis to make enhancements and Reliance High-Tech will seek to configure more effective ways of operating, along with ensuring that any defined objectives are compatible with its overall strategic direction.
Employees across all levels of the company were consulted in the development and implementation of health and safety measures in order to understand their needs, concerns and expectations. Meanwhile, relevant data will be collected and analysed to implement and refine key performance indicators, so that hazards are recognised, and risks eliminated.
Alistair Enser, chief executive officer at Reliance High-Tech, concluded: “I’m delighted that we have achieved ISO 45001, as it is a vital piece of the jigsaw that we needed to create the safest possible working environment for everyone at the company.”
