Ask the Auditor: Making Sense of ISO 45003

ISO 45003 expands occupational health and safety beyond physical hazards to include work-related stress and psychosocial risk. This presentation provides a practical introduction to the standard, how it supports psychological health at work, and how it integrates with ISO 45001. An experienced auditor outlines common misunderstandings, early implementation challenges, and what organisations can focus on first. Event: IOSH Keynote Theatre at the Health and Safety Event, Birmingham 2026 Main takeaways (AI generated) ISO 45003 expands beyond physical hazards to psychosocial elements Leadership Must Deliver on Commitments, Not Just Make Promises Shop Floor Reality Often Differs from Boardroom Perception Management Systems Must Be Fit for Purpose, Not One-Size-Fits-All Role Clarity and Managing Expectations Prevents Psychological Harm Consult Before Implementing Wellbeing Initiatives ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Find out more about IOSH, becoming a member and our training and skills: https://IOSH.com Stay up to date with the latest IOSH news, inspiring stories, events, courses and more: 👉 LinkedIn:   / iosh   👉 Facebook:   / ioshofficial   👉 X:   / iosh_tweets   👉 Instagram:   / ioshofficial   👉 TikTok:   / ioshofficial   And make sure you subscribe to our channel!