Why ISO 45000 certification

The 2018 UNI ISO 45001 ‘Occupational Health and Safety System’ is an international standard that defines minimum standards of good practice for worker safety in the world of work. It establishes a system to improve safety, reduce operational risks and improve the health and well-being of employees.

The UNI ISO 45001 standard improves prevention policies and is an internationally recognised tool for effectively combating occupational injuries and illnesses.

ISO 45001 CERTIFICATION

The UNI EN ISO 45001:2018 certification is an international standard that defines minimum standards of good practice for worker safety in the world of work.
ISO 45001 is applicable to any organisation wishing to implement an effective occupational health and safety management system that meets international standards.
The ISO 45001 certification is issued by an accredited certification body and must be renewed every three years through a maintenance audit process.
In order for companies to realise their safety objectives and continuously optimise their system, ISO 45001 is based on the continuous improvement process and the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle. These are two simple tools financially aimed at continually improving the quality of the occupational health and safety system, reducing operational risks and improving the health and well-being of employees.
ISO 45001 certification can be integrated with other management systems, such as ISO 9001 certification for quality and ISO 14001 certification for the environment.

THE PRINCIPLES OF ISO 45001

ISO 45001 consists of 10 chapters according to an organisation called HIGH LEVEL STRUCTURE. The first three sections contain purely explanatory information about the standard itself, while the fourth section lists the actual requirements. In detail:
    - Context of the organisation;
    - Leadership and employee participation;
    - Planning;
    - Support;
    - Operational activities;
    - Performance evaluation;
    - Continuous improvement.
Particular attention is paid to the figures involved in occupational safety management systems. In addition to recognising the importance of the leadership role played by management areas, ISO 45001 also emphasises the centrality of personnel.

THE CERTIFICATION PROCESS
    - Company check-up;
    - Drawing up the company organisational chart;
    - Establishing the Occupational Health and Safety Policy;
    - Preparation of documentation;
    - Staff training;
    - Monitoring the improvement programme;
    - Identification of the Certification Body;
    - Support during the inspection audit;
    - Closure of any non-conformities;
    - Support in maintaining certification for subsequent years.

THE BENEFITS OF CERTIFICATION
What are the benefits a company can gain from ISO 45001 Certification?

Reduction of the INAIL tariff rate fixed by up to 28%;
Improved general management;
Increased rankings in public tenders and contracts;
Improved occupational safety; Improved internal and external image of the organisation;
Reduced risk of legal non-compliance.

RATES
The substantial difference from previous models is the extent of the rate reduction:
    - In the first two years of operation of the PAT (Territorial Insurance Position) the reduction is in a fixed amount of 8%;
    - After the first two years of activity of the PAT, the reduction is not modified and remains from 28% to 5% in relation to the number of worker-years of the same PAT; specifically

Points-based driving licence for working on construction sites arrives

The government has introduced a new ‘points licence’ system to increase safety on temporary or mobile construction sites. The measure, announced by the Ministry of Labour last week in response to the tragic death of five workers in the collapse of a building site for the construction of an Esselunga supermarket, was included in the draft Pnrr-bis decree discussed in the Council of Ministers yesterday. According to art. 27 of the draft decree, the system should come into effect on 1 October 2024, once the National Submerged Work Portal has been implemented with a dedicated section. Companies and self-employed workers operating at temporary or mobile construction sites will be required to possess the licence.

The points licence on construction sites and the SOA
This system, designed for companies and self-employed workers, is based on a score that decreases in the event of non-compliance. Starting with 30 points, violations can lead to a reduction in points of up to 20 points for the most serious incidents, such as the death of a worker. The aim is to prevent entities with less than 15 points from operating on construction sites, thus promoting a safer working environment.

However, there is an important exception: those who carry out mere supplies or services of an intellectual nature are not obliged to possess the points licence; companies in possession of the SOA certificate of qualification, in classification III or higher, are not obliged to possess the points licence.

The SOA certificate is a certification that qualifies companies to participate in tenders for public works exceeding €150,000, attesting to their economic-financial capacity and technical requirements. In a context where the points licence for occupational safety will become mandatory from 1 October 2024, obtaining the SOA Attestazione is an essential preventive strategy for companies wishing to avoid complications related to the new regulations and maintain their competitiveness on construction sites.

Companies and self-employed persons will have to have a digital licence, issued by the National Labour Inspectorate, after fulfilling requirements such as registration with the chamber of commerce and fulfilment of training obligations in the field of safety at work, as well as possession of documentation such as the DURC and DVR.

Requirements for a points-based driving licence at construction sites
Your driving licence points can increase annually if you do not receive any penalties, but will be reduced in the event of violations or accidents. Companies with less than 15 points will not be allowed to operate on temporary or mobile construction sites, with some exceptions.

It is important to note that companies with the SOA certificate, which is required for the award of public works contracts of a certain value, are exempt from this points licence requirement. This provision aims to simplify the regulation for companies already subject to specific qualification criteria.

Penalties
Driving licence points may increase annually if no sanctions are received, but will be reduced in the event of violations or accidents. Companies that score less than 15 points will not be allowed to operate on temporary or mobile construction sites, with some exceptions.

It is important to note that companies with the SOA certificate, which is required for the award of public works contracts of a certain value, are exempt from this points licence requirement. This provision aims to simplify the regulation for companies that are already subject to specific qualification criteria.

Our consultancy is aimed at guiding companies through the process of obtaining the SOA certificate, offering step-by-step support to ensure not only compliance with existing regulations but also a significant strategic advantage. In an era of increasing focus on occupational safety and quality performance in the construction sector, SOA Attestazione emerges as a badge of excellence and an indispensable passport to high-profile job opportunities.

In conclusion, the SOA Attestazione not only exempts companies from the obligation of the points licence for occupational safety, but also represents a strategic lever to improve their chances of success in an increasingly regulated and competitive market.

The role of Qualifica Group
Our consultancy is aimed at guiding companies through the process of obtaining SOA Attestazione, offering step-by-step support to ensure not only compliance with existing regulations but also a significant strategic advantage. In an era of increasing focus on occupational safety and quality performance in the construction sector, SOA Attestazione emerges as a badge of excellence and an indispensable passport to high-profile job opportunities.

In conclusion, the SOA Attestazione not only exempts companies from the obligation of a points licence for occupational safety but also represents a strategic lever to improve their chances of success in an increasingly regulated and competitive market.