The objective of each course is to equip existing auditors of other management systems standards with the knowledge and skills required to perform audits of environmental management systems (EMS) against the national and international standards, statutory requirements and regulations using the principles of ISO 14001:2004.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the purpose of an EMS and explain the principles, processes and techniques used for the assessment and management of risk, including the significance of these for EMS auditors.
Explain the purpose, content and interrelationship of ISO 14001, the ISO 14000 series guidance standards and the legislative framework relevant to an EMS.
Interpret requirements of ISO 14001 in the context of an audit.
Undertake the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow up on an audit in accordance with ISO 19011.
Profile
This course is ideal for those who have already passed an ISO 9000 or OHSAS 18000 Lead Auditor Course. The programme is designed to broaden skills and give a thorough understanding of the requirements of ISO 14001 and audit criteria. The course concludes with a two-hour written examination.
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SGS United Kingdom Ltd
Training Services
FREEPOST SCE7430
Camberley
Surrey, GU15 3BR
United Kingdom