Overview of the New ISO 45001 Health and Safety Standard
Sep. 27th, 2016
Since 2013, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has been working on a proposal to develop ISO 45001, which aims to create international health and safety standards. With approximately 65 countries and international organizations dedicated to bringing this new standard to life, publication is expected in Q4 2017. What is ISO 45001? ISO 45001 is a new standard that will establish international requirements for occupational health and safety (OH&S) management systems. The goal of ISO 45001 is to help organizations better protect the health and safety of their employees and contractors while creating international standards that everyone understands. Because ISO 45001 can easily be integrated into existing frameworks of the thousands of organizations that have adopted other ISO management system standards, it is likely to be more widely adopted than the current OHSAS 18001 framework. What are the benefits? Benefits will include improved communication globally on best practices for OH&S as well as greater ease of compliance and more consistency for organizations with global operations by establishing operational controls for mitigating risks, measuring OH&S performance and implementing stronger risk management practices. How does it differ from OHSAS 18001? Among the changes, there will be a new focus on "context" as it relates to OH&S issues—meaning companies will have to consider their health and safety performance relative to the organization's goals, which includes consideration of the communities where they operate along with that of their contractors and suppliers. OH&S will also have to be integrated into operations rather than delegated to a safety manager. This will mean that organizations will have to take a strategic approach to OH&S management while securing buy-in from senior leadership. How can companies migrate from OHSAS 18001? To begin the process of migrating to the new standard, companies may want to conduct a gap analysis based on the requirements outlined in the latest draft of ISO 45001. Once the new standard is finalized, the plan is for OHSAS 18001 certifications to be withdrawn, paving the way for organizations to apply for ISO 45001 certification. Companies will also need to update documentation and train key personnel. More information To learn more about ISO 45001, contact your local ISO member for the latest information.
ISN to Exhibit at the 2016 MINExpo International
Sep. 23rd, 2016
MINExpo International 2016 The MINExpo will be held Monday, September 26 – Wednesday, September 28 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is the largest gathering of the mining industry, with attendees representing all major mining regions of the world. Industry leaders will hold multiple educational sessions to discuss current issues, provide perspectives on industry challenges and share visions and insights for the future. Join ISN in the Exhibit Hall This year's exhibit hall will feature over 1,900 exhibitors. Attendees will discover ways to improve safety and manage risk with new equipment, services, products and technology found on the exhibition floor. The ISN team will be located at Booth 624 throughout the conference. Visit our team to learn more about how ISN connects corporations with safe and sustainable contractors by facilitating partnerships to help ensure compliance with safety and procurement standards. We will be providing live demonstrations of our online contractor management platform, ISNetworld. Copies of our industry-wide benchmarking reports and whitepapers will also be available. We hope to see you there.
ISN Expands in Utilities Industry with Bruce Power
Sep. 22nd, 2016
ISN is proud to announce its expansion in the power generation and utilities industry with Bruce Power, Canada's first private nuclear generator. Founded in 2001, Bruce Power is implementing ISNetworld, to help manage its contractor safety performance as it provides 30% of Ontario's power and annually injects billions of dollars into the province's economy. Producing safe energy With eight nuclear reactors, over 4,000 employees and a mission to produce safe energy with zero carbon emissions, Bruce Power is the world's largest operating nuclear generating facility. Its selection of ISNetworld further demonstrates its long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and maintaining the highest safety standards. "Innovation is the key to Bruce Power's success," says Harry Hall, VP, Supply Chain at Bruce Power. "We have worked hard to continuously improve our safety standard and look forward to partnering with ISN to ensure our contractors meet our expectations as we continue to aim even higher," he continues. ISN expands its footprint in Ontario's power generation and utilities industry Ontario has witnessed a transformation of its power generation and utilities industry over the years. In 2014, the province became one of the first places in North America to completely do away with coal as a source of electricity. And today, Ontario exports energy across two provinces (Manitoba and Quebec) and three states (Michigan, Minnesota and New York), with transactions that reach as far as eastern North America. With nuclear energy projected to inject approximately $11 billion into the Great Lakes economies annually, ISN is thrilled to be part of the change that's underway. "Having worked with over 470 Hiring Clients, we have a profound appreciation for the importance placed on safety performance in the power generation and utilities industry," says Kim Ritchie, ISN Eastern Canada Director. "We've seen how this industry is poised for growth, and we look forward to helping organizations like Bruce Power continue to innovate, drive operational efficiencies and contribute to a safer workplace environment."
ISN Team to Exhibit at the 2016 Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) Professional Development Conference
About the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) The CSSE has over 5,000 members that work in various industries across the United States and Canada. As an organization, CSSE members work together towards the goal of accident prevention and to enhance the health, safety and environmental profession. Conference Information This year's CSSE Conference will be taking place from September 18 – September 21 at the Westin Bayshore in Vancouver, British Columbia. This event allows attendees to improve their effectiveness in the field and make partnerships with health, safety and environmental colleagues from around the world. Visit ISN The ISN team will be available at Booth #18 throughout the conference. The team will be providing live demonstrations of ISNetworld, sharing industry-wide benchmarking reports and discussing best practices in contractor management. We hope to see you there.
ISN to Present and Exhibit at the 3rd Process Safety for Food & Beverage Industries Conference
Sep. 6th, 2016
This Year's Conference Topics The 3rd Process Safety for Food & Beverage Industries Conference will be taking place on Wednesday, September 14th and Thursday, September 15th in Houston, Texas. Key topics of the conference include reviewing regulatory updates to ensure compliance and best practices in employee safety. Food, Beverage and Refrigeration companies will share experiences, best practices and lessons learned in the implementation and maintenance of process safety management (PSM) and risk management plan (RMP) programs. ISN will be presenting on Wednesday, September 14th at 5:15pm on "Developing and Maintaining a Best-in-Class Contractor Management Program." Visit Our Booth The ISN team will be available at a vendor booth throughout the conference. Copies of our industry-wide benchmarking reports and "What is Best-In-Class Contractor Management" whitepapers will be available. We will also be providing live demonstrations of our online contractor management platform, ISNetworld. We hope to see you there.