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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 76 - ISO 45001 - Leadership and Worker Participation
Description: Episode 76 explains how Leadership and Worker Participation form the backbone of ISO 45001. Dr. Ayers emphasizes that this section is not just administrative language—it defines the culture of the safety management system and determines whether the rest of the standard can function effectively.
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Leadership responsibilities
ISO 45001 places clear, non‑delegable expectations on top management. Leaders must:
Establish and communicate the organization’s safety policy.
Integrate safety into strategic decisions, not treat it as a side activity.
Ensure the system has resources, competent people, and functional controls.
Remove barriers that prevent worke...