Gap Analysis of ISO 45001:2018 Implementation: A Case Study of a Local Government Environmental Agency

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) within one local government environmental agency, as a case study, based on ISO 45001:2018 standards. A descriptive qualitative approach was applied, utilizing in-depth interviews, direct observation, and documentation review to collect data. Informants consisted of employees and structural officials responsible for occupational health and safety management. The research employed a gap analysis method to compare actual practices with ISO 45001:2018 requirements. Findings reveal that most clauses of the ISO standard are not optimally implemented. The agency lacks formal OHS policies, systematic documentation, and structured procedures. Organizational support and leadership commitment remain limited, while evaluation and continuous improvement practices are underdeveloped. The study concludes that substantial gaps exist between current practices and ISO 45001:2018, requiring a more formalized, structured, and sustainable OHSMS. These results provide insights for enhancing OHS implementation in public sector organizations, though findings should be interpreted as specific to the studied case rather than generalized to all institutions.