Guide to ISO 45001 Plan-Do-Check-Act
Watch this short video guide to how to use the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle (PDCA). It is also known as ISO 45001. This video will go through every stage, and it introduces the importance of adding ISO 45001 into your company's context. The guide also outlines the role of senior management.
ISO 45001 is a leading health and safety management system. The NEBOSH General Certificate offers key philosophies and protocols showcased within ISO 45001.
Watch this quick guide below.
From the guide, we can begin to understand the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle more clearly. For more concentrated, analytical information on the Plan-Do-Check-Act process, read our practical guide.
Here is a little snippet.
PLAN
This stage covers two key issues: planning for implementation and policy. It is all about the P’s –Planning and Policy.
Planning for implementation means identifying where we are now and then identifying where we want to be. For example, we could be looking at introducing a new piece of equipment into our workplace. So what should we be considering at this stage?
DO
The 'Do' stage looks at three key areas:
- Profiling the health and safety risks
- Organising
- Implementing your plans
CHECK
This is a crucial stage. Once we have implemented our plan, we need to ensure that it is working effectively. To achieve this, we need to Measure Performance.
Good quality performance monitoring will help us identify problems, understand why the issues arose, and understand what changes are necessary to resolve the problems.
ACT
This is where we evaluate our health and safety performance. This will determine whether the essential principles of our plan and policy are being implemented correctly. It will also identify any improvements that can be made to improve our performance.
Key Takeaways
One of the most prominent philosophies this system provides is how effective planning and pre-emptive thinking can help every facet of a company. The high-level structure of this system is developed and endorsed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
One of the most beneficial outcomes is how easier it is to combine management topics into a single management system. It provides industry-leading techniques and will benefit any business environment.
Click the button below for more information on how the Plan-Do-Check-Act can radically improve your functionality.
Related Blogs
-
Five to Ten Times More Dangerous | The Science Behind HSE's Dry Cutting Ban
New HSE guidance makes water suppression a legal requirement for engineered stone fabricators.12.05.26 -
ISO 14001:2026 Explained | Key Changes and Transition Steps
Explore the key changes to ISO 14001:2026, from leadership and risk to life-cycle thinking, and learn how to transition your EMS with confidence.08.05.26 -
8 in 10 Workers Abused at Work in the Past Year, TUC Survey Finds
TUC research shows 8 in 10 workers faced abuse at work in the past year. Brenig Moore explains what the findings mean for employers, risk assessment and reporting culture.05.05.26 -
Managing Hot Weather Risk at Work | Lessons From 1,504 UK Heat Deaths in 2025
UKHSA recorded 1,504 heat-associated deaths during the UK’s hottest summer on record. Brenig Moore on what the data tells employers about managing hot weather risk in 2026.28.04.26 -
Food Waste Regulations in 2026 | A Practical Guide for Food Manufacturers
Read about what UK food waste regulations mean for compliance, carbon reporting and the H&S function.22.04.26 -
Many Professionals Are Using AI to Write Risk Assessments. We Need to Talk About It.
Read why competence must come before convenience, as health and safety practitioners seem to be increasingly using generative AI to create risk assessments.21.04.26
Real Life Stories
