HEALTH AND SAFETYMANAGEMENT SYSTEMSAUDIT TEMPLATEA health and safety management system (HSMS) audit is a structured review of an organization's safety policies, procedures, controls, and records to determine how well the system identifies, manages, and minimizes workplace hazards.A complete health and safety management system (HSMS) audit covers: policy and leadership, hazard identification and risk assessment, legal compliance, worker consultation, operational controls, training and competency, incident reporting, documentation, performance monitoring, and corrective action. Items are aligned with ISO 45001 where applicable.01HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AUDITThis Template supports:Internal (first-party) HSMS auditsSecond-party audits of contractors or suppliersPre-certification gap assessments ahead of an ISO 45001 external auditAnnual or scheduled management system reviewsThis template is suitable for:EHS managers and HSE officers conducting internal system auditsSafety consultants assessing client HSMS maturityOperations and facility managers preparing for external audits or regulatory inspectionsOrganizations implementing or maintaining ISO 45001 certificationBusinesses in high-risk industries including construction, manufacturing, oil and gas,mining, and chemical processingNote: The templates/guides in our Content Library were created by the SDS Manager Team to help you manage site operations effectively. They are provided as reference tools and should be tailored to match your specific project needs, company policies, and industry standards. SDS Manager does not guarantee that these templates meet legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements. Users are responsible for reviewing and adapting each template to ensure compliance with their operational and legal obligations.Regular HSMS audits keep your safety system effective, compliant, and improving:Confirm that safety policies, procedures, and controls are implemented and workingIdentify legal and regulatory compliance gaps before an external audit or inspectionProvide documented evidence of due diligence for management, clients, and regulatorsSupport ISO 45001 certification and ongoing conformanceGive leadership a clear, evidence-based picture of system healthPromote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management02HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMSAUDIT1. POLICY & LEADERSHIPYesNoN/AItemA written H&S policy exists and is signedby a senior executiveStatusNotesYesNoN/AThe policy reflects the organization's currentscope and operationsYesNoN/ARoles and responsibilities are clearly defined fordirectors, managers, supervisors, safety reps,and employeesYesNoN/AOwnership of H&S risk is assigned to a namedindividual or committeeYesNoN/ATop management actively demonstratescommitment to the H&S management systemYesNoN/AA clear procedure is in place for reviewingand updating the policy after incidents ororganisational changeYesNoN/AThe policy is communicated to all employeesand relevant contractors032. WORKER CONSULTATION & COMMUNICATIONYesNoN/AItemArrangements are in place for consultingemployees on H&S mattersStatusNotesYesNoN/AEmployees are involved in developing orreviewing H&S policies and proceduresYesNoN/AClear channels exist for workers to raisesafety concerns without risk of reprisalYesNoN/AH&S information is communicated andcascaded effectively to all staff levelsYesNoN/AWorkers are aware of their right to refuseunsafe workYesNoN/AH&S information is shared with otheroccupiers of shared premises where applicable3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENTYesNoN/AItemRisk assessments are conducted bya competent personStatusNotes