ISO 45003 is the international standard for managing psychological health and safety at work. It helps organisations identify psychosocial risks, build resilience, and protect employee wellbeing. As an extension of ISO 45001, it focuses specifically on mental health and the working environment.
At AvISO, we help organisations embed ISO 45003 in a practical, measurable way — aligning mental wellbeing with legal duties, culture, and strategic goals. Whether you're enhancing your existing OH&S system or starting fresh, our consultants and ISOvA platform make implementation manageable and meaningful.
We support organisations across all sectors to build and integrate psychological health and safety systems that align with ISO 45003 and national expectations. Our approach includes:
We help ensure your approach is practical, credible, and matched to your legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act and Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations.
Common ISO 45003 challenges — and how we solve them
Our goal is to help you build a psychologically safe workplace that supports performance, inclusion, and retention.
We offer a full range of consultancy, implementation, and support services — whether you're integrating ISO 45003 into an existing OH&S system or building a standalone framework.
Consultancy and project delivery
Risk identification and planning
Policy and system development
Training and engagement
Internal audits and certification preparation
ISOvA for psychological health and safety
ISOvA ensures your PHSMS is live, traceable, and ready to show auditors and stakeholders. It makes psychological safety more than a policy — it becomes a system.
ISO 45003 is designed to integrate with other management systems. We frequently align it with:
AvISO helps align your ISO 45003 system with broader strategies and systems — creating clarity, efficiency, and shared ownership.
We don’t just write policies — we help you build systems that reduce risk and improve culture.
Let’s explore how we can help your team — from gap analysis to digital integration.
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ISO 45003 is an international standard that provides guidance for managing psychological risk within the workplace.
ISO 45003 was created to address the growing global concern for psychological health and safety in the workplace. The standard recognises the significant impact of work-related psychosocial risks and hazards on employee well-being, job satisfaction, and overall organisational performance.
Supporting mental health within your organisation has become increasingly crucial. Implementing a framework for managing psychological health and safety offers numerous advantages, such as building a positive work environment, enhancing organisational resilience, and improving engagement, performance, and productivity. Reducing the risk of legal, financial, and reputational harm from misconduct
ISO 45003 does not provide for certification. However, organisations can seek independent verification or assurance of compliance with the standard through third-party assessments or audits.
ISO 45003 is a guidance standard that does not provide certification or accreditation, so there is no certification cost associated with it. Consultancy costs related to implementing the standard can be between £3,000 to £9,000, depending on the size and complexity of the organisation.
Yes, an organisation can implement ISO 45003 on its own. Still, it may benefit from the guidance and support of consultants or trainers with expertise in risk management and the standard's principles and guidelines.
ISO 45003 is a guidance standard and does not provide for certification or accreditation, so there is no ISO 45003 certification validity period.
ISO 45003 can be used by any organisation, regardless of its size, sector, or location. It is particularly relevant for organisations that operate in industries where ethical and legal misconduct is common, such as finance, healthcare, and government.
ISO 45003 is a standard that provides guidelines for whistleblowing management systems. The standard does not prescribe the specific amount or level of detail of company information required, as this will depend on each organisation's size, complexity, and risk profile.
It’s the global standard for psychological health and safety at work. It helps manage mental health risks linked to work conditions, culture, and relationships.
Not yet. But UK health and safety law already includes mental health duties, and ISO 45003 helps prove you’re meeting them.
Yes, either as part of an integrated ISO 45001 system or as a standalone approach — depending on your needs.
Anything in the work environment or culture that could affect mental health — e.g. excessive workload, lack of role clarity, bullying, or poor communication.
Typically 3–6 months, depending on your existing systems, culture, and resources.
It tracks risks, actions, reviews, training, and documents — all in one place. It makes your system visible, auditable, and easier to manage.
Absolutely. We provide mock audits, attend certification assessments, and make sure you’re fully prepared.
Great. We’ll help align those with ISO 45003 requirements and embed them into a structured, auditable system.
Yes. It shows commitment to mental health, which can improve staff morale, reduce turnover, and support employer brand.
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