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 Duration 24 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to ISO 14001:2015

  • The purpose, architecture, and development of the standard
  • Fundamental concepts and specialised terminology
  • Connections with other ISO management system standards

Normative References

  • Interpreting referenced documentation
  • The role of normative references in supporting EMS implementation
  • Distinguishing between mandatory requirements and guidance content

Terms and Definitions

  • Core EMS terminology and its practical application
  • Clarifying terminological shifts from earlier versions
  • Applying definitions to real-world EMS scenarios

Context of the Organization

  • Internal and external factors influencing the EMS
  • Identifying stakeholders and their specific needs
  • Establishing the scope of the EMS

Leadership

  • The role and duties of senior management
  • Commitment, accountability, and strategic consistency
  • Embedding the EMS into broader organisational processes

Planning of Environmental Aspects and Risks

  • Recognising environmental aspects and their impacts
  • Assessing risks and opportunities
  • Meeting legal and regulatory compliance obligations

Support and Resources

  • Managing resources for effective EMS implementation
  • Ensuring competence and fostering awareness
  • Managing documented information and communication strategies

Operational Control

  • Setting up and sustaining operational controls
  • Adopting a lifecycle approach to operations
  • Emergency preparedness and response protocols

Performance Evaluation

  • Monitoring and measuring environmental performance
  • Conducting internal audits and management reviews
  • Best practices for reporting and evaluation

Continual Improvement

  • Managing corrective actions and nonconformities
  • Strategies for improvement within the EMS framework
  • Utilising data and feedback for sustained enhancement

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational grasp of environmental management principles
  • Prior exposure to organisational management systems
  • Knowledge of compliance or auditing procedures

Target Audience

  • Environmental managers
  • Officers responsible for compliance and sustainability
  • Professionals engaged in the development or upkeep of EMS

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