Introduction
The ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 45001 LA) is a professional credential awarded by the Global Institute of Professional Management Certification (GIPMC). It assesses whether you can plan, conduct and report an audit of an occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS) against ISO 45001:2018 and direct the audit team. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) publishes ISO 45001:2018, and this credential is awarded by GIPMC, not by ISO.
GIPMC aims it at OH&S and HSE managers, safety compliance staff, risk and governance managers, internal and external auditors, audit program managers and consultants who support ISO 45001 projects.
BlueMorpho Learning Solutions is your training and enrollment partner for ISO 45001 LA. We help you understand the requirements, plan your preparation and enroll for the exam. GIPMC sets the exam and awards the credential.
Key Highlights
- Audit-focused syllabus: 13 modules, from ISO 45001:2018 requirements and hazard identification to audit reporting and audit program management.
- Scenario-based exam: 80 objective multiple-choice questions in 110 minutes, including scenario questions, online proctored, with a 70% pass mark.
- Three-year credential: Valid for three years from the award date, with a renewal process before expiry.
Curriculum
GIPMC's official ISO 45001 LA outline has 13 modules:
- Fundamentals of ISO 45001 and OHSMS: the purpose of an OHSMS, the Plan-Do-Check-Act structure of ISO 45001:2018 and the aim of preventing work-related injury and ill health.
- Occupational Health & Safety Regulatory Context: legal and other requirements, compliance evaluation and auditing legal conformity.
- ISO 45001 Requirements and Interpretation: clauses 4 to 10, including context, leadership and worker consultation and participation.
- Hazard Identification and Risk-Based Thinking: hazards versus OH&S risks, risk assessment and the hierarchy of controls.
- Process-Based OH&S Auditing: testing how safety processes link and perform, beyond checklist audits.
- Audit Planning and Preparation: scope, objectives, criteria, audit plans, checklists and resources.
- Conducting ISO 45001 Audits: opening meetings, interviews with workers and managers, and gathering objective evidence.
- Emergency Preparedness and Incident Management Audits: emergency response plans, incident investigation and learning from incidents.
- Identifying and Writing Nonconformities: classifying findings by evidence and risk, and writing clear nonconformity statements.
- Audit Reporting and Corrective Actions: clear reports, audit conclusions and verifying corrective actions.
- Audit Team Leadership: coordinating auditors, handling conflict and keeping findings consistent.
- Auditor Ethics and Professional Conduct: impartiality, confidentiality, integrity and handling sensitive safety issues.
- Audit Program Management and Continual Improvement: running a series of audits over time and using the results to improve safety performance.
We help you link each module to real audit evidence.
Course Benefits
- A clear audit method: Plan, conduct and report an OH&S audit in a structured, evidence-based way.
- Exam readiness: Know the format (80 questions in 110 minutes, 70% to pass) and practise scenario questions against the clock.
- A credential you can show: On passing, GIPMC issues a certificate you can add to your CV and profiles.
Post-Course Accomplishments
After completing your ISO 45001 LA preparation and passing the exam, you will be able to:
- Interpret the standard: Explain each ISO 45001:2018 clause and the evidence that shows it is met.
- Audit hazard controls: Check that hazards are identified with worker input and controlled in line with the hierarchy of controls.
- Plan and run audits: Prepare audit plans, interview people and gather objective evidence.
- Report findings: Write sound nonconformities and verify corrective actions.
- Direct an audit team: Coordinate auditors with impartiality and confidentiality.
Exam at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Awarding body | Global Institute of Professional Management Certification (GIPMC) |
| Credential | ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 45001 LA) |
| Format | Objective multiple-choice questions with scenario-based questions |
| Number of questions | 80 |
| Duration | 110 minutes |
| Passing score | 70% |
| Delivery | Online proctored |
| Fee (USD) | Certificate: 399 USD (listed price; regular 500 USD). Optional study material: 149 USD (listed price; regular 249 USD). |
| Prerequisites | Not listed on GIPMC's credential page. Ask our team before you enroll. |
| Validity and renewal | 3 years from the date of certification award. Renewal includes continuing professional development or a knowledge refresh, a renewal assessment or verification as applicable, and an application before expiry. |
| Retakes | Not stated on GIPMC's credential page. |
Fees are in USD, were checked in October 2026 and can change.
Exam details checked in October 2026. Always confirm on GIPMC's official credential page before booking.
Why Choose BlueMorpho for ISO 45001 LA Certification
- Clear guidance: We explain the exam format, online proctoring and what to buy.
- Preparation planned around GIPMC's modules: We help you plan your study around GIPMC's 13 modules.
- Enrollment support: We guide you through enrollment and answer your questions.
Conclusion
ISO 45001 LA suits professionals who want to show they can audit an OH&S management system with a structured, evidence-based method. To get started, send us an enquiry.
