Aradel Holdings Plc has attained the ISO 45001:2018 certification for its Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS), further strengthening its commitment to operational excellence and workplace safety.
The certification, an internationally recognised standard for occupational health and safety management systems, underscores the company’s structured approach to identifying workplace hazards, managing risks, and improving overall health and safety performance.
ISO 45001:2018 provides a comprehensive framework for organisations to establish policies, set objectives, plan and implement safety measures, and conduct regular audits and management reviews. Core elements of the standard include leadership commitment, worker participation, hazard identification and risk assessment, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, incident investigation, and continuous improvement.
The milestone builds on Aradel’s existing management system certifications, including ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management Systems and ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems. Together, these certifications reinforce the company’s integrated strategy towards sustainability, quality assurance, and safety management.
The ISO 45001:2018 certificate was officially presented to the company on February 19, 2026, at its head office in Lagos by CoreQuality CB Ltd. The process followed a comprehensive independent audit of Aradel’s occupational health and safety systems to ensure compliance with global best practices, address identified gaps, and enhance employee wellbeing across its operations.
Speaking on the achievement, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adegbite Falade, said the certification reflects the company’s unwavering dedication to workplace safety.
“Aradel is firmly committed to creating a workplace where safety is our top priority, because for us, the first measure of success is safety. Attaining the ISO 45001:2018 certification reflects our unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to international standards,” Falade said.
He added that health and safety considerations remain embedded in the company’s operations, describing the certification as a significant step in Aradel’s journey towards sustainable value creation and responsible energy development.
Industry observers note that the certification positions Aradel among leading indigenous energy companies aligning with international health, safety, and environmental standards in Nigeria’s evolving energy sector.
