ISO 45001:2018 certification for consulting service providers working with textile industries for professionals offering workplace safety, health audits, EHS consulting, or compliance services to garment and textile manufacturers
π§― ISO 45001:2018 for Consulting Firms β Textile Industry, Gurugram
ISO 45001 is the international standard for Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). If youβre a consulting firm supporting textile factories, this certification proves your capability to provide safe, compliant, and risk-aware consulting services.
π€ Who Should Get ISO 45001?
Consultants or firms providing the following services in the textile/apparel sector:
- Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) audits
- Factory risk assessments (PPE, machine safety, ergonomics)
- Social compliance audits (SEDEX, BSCI, SA 8000)
- OHS management system implementation
- Fire safety & emergency preparedness training
- Incident investigation and hazard analysis
- Legal compliance with Factories Act, Fire & Labour Laws
Being ISO 45001 certified demonstrates your internal system for safety, health, and consulting quality.
π Why ISO 45001 for Textile Consultants in Gurugram?
Gurugram and nearby hubs (IMT Manesar, Udyog Vihar, Faridabad, Bawal) are packed with:
- Garment exporters & textile manufacturers
- Suppliers to Zara, H&M, Adidas, Leviβs, M&S, etc.
- Clients regularly audited for social, fire, and health safety compliance
These companies seek consultants with credible OHS knowledge and process integrity β and an ISO 45001-certified firm stands out.
β Benefits of ISO 45001 for Consulting Firms
- Boosts credibility with global brands and buyers
- Aligns internal processes to international safety standards
- Helps win EHS, social compliance, or third-party audit projects
- Reduces liability & improves consulting quality
- Demonstrates leadership in workplace safety and compliance
π ISO 45001 Documentation β For Textile-Focused Consultants
DocumentPurpose | |
OH&S Policy | Commitment to health and safety in consulting delivery |
Hazard Identification Procedure | e.g., site visits, factory inspections, machine zones |
Legal & Regulatory Register | Indian laws: Factories Act, IS standards, labour laws |
Risk & Opportunity Assessment | Risks of fieldwork, travel, incorrect recommendations |
Emergency Preparedness Procedure | For on-site emergencies or accidents |
Operational Controls for Site Visits | SOPs for audits, inspections, training sessions |
Incident Reporting and Corrective Action | For handling consulting errors or client escalations |
Internal Audit & Management Review | Ensures system effectiveness and continuous improvement |
π― Sample OH&S Objectives for Consultants
- Conduct 20+ site safety assessments for textile clients annually
- Achieve zero on-site incidents across all consultant visits
- Train all consultants in fire safety and PPE usage
- Keep legal compliance register updated every 3 months
- Develop 4 safety SOPs or toolkits for client factories each year
π ISO 45001 Certification Steps
- Gap Assessment & Planning
- Documentation development (policies, SOPs, registers)
- OH&S awareness & internal implementation
- Internal audit & management review
- Stage 1 Audit β System readiness check
- Stage 2 Audit β Implementation & site effectiveness
- Certificate Issued (valid 3 years)
- Annual Surveillance Audits
π§© Combine With:
- ISO 14001 β If offering environmental & ETP audits
- ISO 9001 β For quality-focused consulting engagements
- SA 8000 / BSCI β If supporting social compliance audits
- Fire NOC / EHS legal compliance advisory
- Training programs on workplace safety, emergency drills, and safety culture
βοΈ Need Help Getting Certified?
I can help you with:
- A pre-filled ISO 45001 EMS document kit tailored for consultants
- Sample safety risk assessment formats & checklists
- SOPs for site safety audits and legal compliance mapping
- A landing page or brochure for your ISO-certified consulting business