An efficient quality management system and measures for effective occupational health and safety: they help to improve processes, promote quality, document performance and increase profitability. Companies have the opportunity to combine both effectively - with MAAS-BGW, quality management with integrated occupational health and safety.
Against the backdrop of increased competition as well as legal regulations and requirements, more and more organisations are opting for the proven quality management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001. The management requirements of the BGW (German Social Accident Insurance Institution for the Health and Welfare Services) and occupational health and safety (MAAS-BGW) can be easily integrated into the requirements of DIN EN ISO 9001.
The target group for MAAS-BGW includes companies in the health and social services sector, in particular managers and occupational health and safety officers who are responsible for implementing occupational health and safety measures. The certification is also aimed at member companies of the BGW who wish to benefit from specific advantages and bonuses.
Certification by TÜV NORD CERT, which is carried out exclusively by experienced auditors with extensive industry expertise, includes the following points:
Regular audits follow once the certificate has been issued. There is also an annual quality report and an annual audit. The certificate is valid for three years. The BGW supports certification with a cost contribution of up to 50 per cent for BGW member companies.
From 1 July 2025, the standard setter BGW (Berufsgenossenschaft für Gesundheitsdienst und Wohlfahrtspflege) will no longer offer the MAAS BGW (Management Requirements of the BGW for Occupational Health and Safety for DIN EN ISO 9001:2015) under DAkkS accreditation.
The changeover will result in some changes:
What remains: