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ISO 45001 Mental Health and Well-being Audit Checklist for Educational Institutions

A comprehensive audit checklist for assessing and improving mental health and well-being practices in educational institutions, ensuring compliance with ISO 45001 standards and fostering a psychologically safe and supportive academic environment.

ISO 45001 Mental Health and Well-being Audit Checklist for Educational Institutions

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About This Checklist

Mental health and well-being are increasingly recognized as crucial components of occupational health and safety, particularly in educational settings. This ISO 45001 Mental Health and Well-being Audit Checklist is tailored for schools, colleges, and universities to assess and enhance their mental health support systems and practices. By addressing psychological safety alongside physical safety, this checklist helps educational institutions create a holistic approach to health and safety management in line with ISO 45001 standards. It covers areas such as stress management, work-life balance, bullying prevention, and support services for both staff and students. Implementing this checklist can lead to improved mental health awareness, reduced stigma, and the development of a more supportive and productive educational environment.

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Industry

Education

Standard

ISO 45001 - Occupational Health and Safety Management

Workspaces

Educational Institutions

Occupations

Mental Health Coordinator
School Counselor
Human Resources Manager
Occupational Health Psychologist
Student Welfare Officer
1
Is there an established psychological safety policy in place?
2
What is the average reported stress level among students?
Min: 1
Target: 3
Max: 10
3
How effective are the bullying prevention programs in your institution?
4
What feedback do students provide regarding available mental health support services?
5
Is there a comprehensive mental health policy documented and accessible to all students?
6
What is the current ratio of counselors to students in the institution?
Min: 1
Target: 1:200
Max: 1000
7
Are staff members trained in crisis response and mental health first aid?
8
Please describe the mental health programs currently offered at the institution.
9
How accessible are mental health services to students?
10
Does the institution have peer support programs in place for mental health?
11
On a scale of 1 to 10, how satisfied are students with the mental health services provided?
Min: 1
Target: 8
Max: 10
12
What recommendations do you have for improving mental health services?
13
Are mental health workshops regularly offered to students?
14
How aware are students of the mental health resources available?
15
How often do students utilize mental health services?
Min: 0
Target: 5
Max: 30
16
Please provide any additional comments regarding mental health services at the institution.
17
Are mental health awareness campaigns actively conducted at the institution?
18
Are emergency mental health services accessible to students 24/7?
19
What is the average wait time for students to receive a mental health appointment?
Min: 0
Target: 2
Max: 30
20
What feedback do students provide regarding online mental health resources?

FAQs

The checklist should cover areas such as stress management programs, work-life balance policies, mental health first aid training, counseling services availability, bullying and harassment prevention, workload management, and support systems for both staff and students.

Comprehensive audits should be conducted annually, with more frequent check-ins (e.g., quarterly) to monitor ongoing initiatives and address emerging mental health concerns in the academic community.

The process should involve mental health professionals, human resources personnel, student welfare officers, faculty representatives, occupational health specialists, and members of student support services.

The checklist includes specific considerations for academic stress, exam pressure, research-related stress, work-life balance for educators, and the transition challenges faced by students at different educational levels.

By systematically addressing mental health and well-being, this checklist helps normalize discussions around psychological health, promotes open communication, and encourages the development of supportive policies and practices throughout the institution.

Benefits of ISO 45001 Mental Health and Well-being Audit Checklist for Educational Institutions

Ensures compliance with ISO 45001 standards for psychological health and safety in educational settings

Helps identify and mitigate psychosocial risks in the academic environment

Promotes a culture of mental health awareness and support among staff and students

Supports the development of effective mental health policies and support systems

Contributes to improved overall well-being, productivity, and retention in educational institutions