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Lab specialist opening vat in hazmat suit to fix nonconformity through corrective action and preventative action.

Corrective Action vs. Preventive Action

March 30, 2022March 30, 2022Erin Stepka

When implementing a management system, there can be some confusion in terminology. Two terms that are often misunderstood are corrective action and preventive action. At […]

Colorful check marks to indicate an ISO 37301:2021 compliance management system to meet standards, laws, and codes.

ISO 37301:2021 – Compliance Management Systems Requirements

May 13, 2021May 13, 2021Brad Kelechava

Compliance positions organizations for long-term success. With a range of shifting requirements, laws, codes, and standards to follow, compliance management is essential for any organization. […]

Two managers donning green hardhats conduct ISO 45001 continual improvement.

Continual Improvement, Not Continuous (According to ISO 45001)

March 23, 2018January 12, 2021Brad Kelechava

ISO 45001:2018 chooses its words carefully. While ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational health and safety management systems – Requirements with guidance for use is nonprescriptive, its […]

An auditor in a factory trying to plan, do, check, and act, with the PCDA cycle found in ISO 45001

Plan-Do-Check-Act in ISO 45001:2018

March 22, 2018January 28, 2022Brad Kelechava

Through ISO 45001, the PCDA cycle is key for the effectiveness of an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system. ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational health […]