Aims

ISO 14001 provides industry with a model for managing and improving their environmental impacts. This course will provide participants with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 14001 as a tool for the management of environmental aspects and impacts.

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose of an environmental management system and explain the legislative framework relevant to an EMS
• Explain the purpose and intent of the ISO 14000 series of standards
• Describe the ISO 14001 requirements

Profile

Participants planning to complete other EMS training such as the Advanced EMS Auditor Course or the Internal EMS Auditor Training Course will benefit from the course as it provides a strong knowledge and theory foundation upon which to build auditing skills.

It also works as an introduction for anyone involved in the development, implementation and management of an environmental management system.

This course comprises lecture and workshop exercises. Participants are not expected to possess knowledge of environmental management systems or ISO 14001 before attending the course. Successful completion of this and the Internal EMS Auditor Training Course fulfils part of the training requirements for certification as an EMS Internal Auditor with the IRCA.