From Daunting to Done: Achieving Three ISO Certifications in Record Time

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Summary

In this podcast episode, Hannah from Blue Machinery Group shares her journey of achieving ISO certifications, discussing the challenges and successes faced along the way. The conversation covers the importance of engagement, management support, and the benefits of simultaneous certification. Hannah emphasises the need for continuous improvement and the positive impact of involving the team in the process. The episode concludes with reflections on the certification experience and future plans for further health and safety and environmental standards development.

Takeaways

• Staff engagement is crucial for successful ISO implementation.
• Health and safety should be seen as facilitators, not obstacles.
• Digital documentation improves accessibility and engagement.
• Simultaneous certification can streamline processes and enhance ownership.
• Management support is vital for driving ISO initiatives.
• Training and familiarisation help reduce resistance to change.
• Post-certification, continuous improvement is essential.
• Visibility and communication have significantly improved post-ISO.
• The journey of certification is ongoing and requires commitment.
• Involvement of the team leads to better outcomes and ownership. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ISO Certification Journey

03:03 Engagement and Communication Challenges

05:57 Implementation Strategies and Tools

08:44 The Decision to Pursue Multiple Certifications

11:37 Management Support and Team Involvement

14:29 Benefits of ISO Certification

17:06 Training and Familiarization for Auditors

19:52 Reflections on the Certification Process

22:37 Future Plans and Continuous Improvement

Key Links

Auva Website: www.auva.com

Apple Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/by-all-standards/id1771677594

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/79OUNj3vY9dmESR3okwHJa?si=871837f56dc149b6

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/auva-certification-ltd 

Instagram: @auvacert

Michael Venner:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvenner-isocertificationexpert/ 

Blue Machinery Group LinkedIN:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluemachinerygroup/posts/?feedView=all

Hannah James LinkedIN:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-france-cmiosh-dipnebosh-90b8b511b/

Blue Machinery Website:  https://blue-group.com/