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With the inclusion of climate change amendments in 2024 to several Management Systems by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), it is now something all organisations need to consider to maintain their Management System Certification(s). BUT what does this mean, where do you start and what must you do?In this webinar, we discuss what Amendment 1:2024 includes and the implications for Australian organisations to ensure re-certification of your management systems. ​​

October is here, and with it comes Cyber Security Awareness Month—a critical time for IT professionals and businesses of all sizes to focus on the importance of cyber security. This year, we're urging all organisations to get registered to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management systems. For organisations who are currently certified to 2013 the deadline of 31st October 2025 to transition to version 2022 is looming.

To mark World Food Day, we are exploring the vast array of safety measures that are in place to protect your meals every day. We spoke to Mary Morrison, our Food Safety expert facilitator to discover the pivotal role of food safety training to ensure the integrity of what ends up on your plate. Discover the world of food safety.

For Safe Work Month we are looking at the core role of risk management in setting organsations up for safety using the guidelines of ISO 31000. Start with a strategic approach using risk management principles based on ISO 31000 to plan ahead and manage risks effectively.

In the food industry, ensuring the safety of both products and employees is a continuous responsibility. While there is a designated "Work Safe Month" to highlight safety practices, the reality is that every month is Work Safe Month in the food industry. This blog explores the key food safety standards—GFSI, BRCGS, SQF, IFS, and FSSC—and how they contribute to not only maintaining food quality but also ensuring the safety of workers throughout the food and beverage industry. 

In a world where social responsibility and sustainability are gaining increasing importance, the consumer goods industry faces the challenge of meeting these evolving mandates. Enter FSSC 24000—a social management system scheme designed to help organisations achieve their social sustainability goals while enhancing business performance.

Modern slavery continues to be a hidden risk in global supply chains.​ Ignoring modern slavery risks can damage brand reputation and bring legal consequences, that can take years to recovery from, both reputationally and financially.​​Conducting a risk assessment is the first step in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities as well as help prioritise areas for monitoring and intervention.​​

For week two of Safe Work Month, we are looking at the vital role of psychological health and safety. With mental health conditions on the rise, businesses need to focus on psychosocial safety to ensure the well-being of their employees.

Food Safety Standards and how to scale and implement effective training