ISO 45001:2027 (expected): DIS stage, timeline & how to prepare
ISO 45001:2027 is currently at the DIS (Draft International Standard) stage; the DIS vote closed on 9 September 2026 and ISO expects publication in the first half of 2027. The text is not yet final — this page is an early look and preparation guide only; everything is subject to the official release.
What this revision changes
Following ISO’s management-system revision practice, 45001:2027 is expected to adopt the refreshed Annex SL structure and align with the 2026 editions of 9001/14001. Specific clause changes will be added here once published.
45001 is still in draft, so we do not sell any '2027 transition pack' here — there is no authorized content to deliver before release. Instead, start your 9001/14001 transition now (Annex SL alignment means much carries over) and use the free compliance calendar to track the 45001:2027 publication.
Complete the transition in 5 steps
- 1Confirm your certification body’s transition plan
- 2Run a gap analysis against the 2026 edition
- 3Update documentation (manual, procedures, risk/opportunity register)
- 4Train staff, run an internal audit and management review
- 5Book the transition audit before the cutoff
45001:2027 not released — lock the alert first
Drop the 45001:2027 publication, the 9001/14001 cutoffs and your audit nodes into the free compliance calendar with automatic reminders. You can also start your 9001/14001 transition now via the three-system integrated pack.
Frequently asked questions
What is the status of ISO 45001:2027 now?
It is at the DIS (Draft International Standard) stage; the DIS vote closed on 9 September 2026 and ISO expects publication in the first half of 2027. The text is not yet final.
How long will the ISO 45001:2027 transition period be?
The transition period is not yet announced. Based on ISO’s typical ~3-year transition it would be expected around 2030, but this is indicative only — the official Global ACI timeline governs.
Should I wait for ISO 45001:2027 now?
No need to wait. Start your 9001:2026 and 14001:2026 transitions now (shared Annex SL means much carries over), and use the free compliance calendar to be alerted when 45001:2027 is published.
What will change in ISO 45001:2027?
The text is not final, so no confirmed clause changes yet. It is expected to adopt the refreshed Annex SL and align with the 2026 management-system revisions. This page will be updated on release.
How do I prepare early for ISO 45001:2027?
Subscribe to the free compliance calendar to track the publication; meanwhile align your existing 45001:2018 OH&S processes with the new Annex SL structure, and complete your 9001/14001 transition first to reuse the experience.
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Drop the 9001 / 14001 / 45001 transition cutoffs, surveillance and recertification nodes into one calendar with automatic reminders.
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