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Understanding ISO 14001:2004

Abstract A one day interactive course on understanding the requirements of ISO 14001:2004 and how it might be implemented in an organisation. The course can be delivered externally or in-house.
Aim To provide understanding of ISO 14001:2004 and the fundaments of Environmental Management Systems.
Audience Many organisations may require to have an understanding of the ISO 14001: 2004 Standard including those who may be required to address their environmental responsibilities and be in compliance with environmental legislation. Requirements of an Environmental Policy, environmental aspects and impacts and the requirement for documented processes/procedures etc.

This course is a prerequisite to attending an ISO 14001:2004 Auditor course.

Schedule See Course Schedule.
Description 1. Introduction – incl the history to date of Environmental Management Systems
2. The Drivers for Environmental Management Systems
3. Continual improvement of Environmental Management Performance
4. Where ISO 14001 fits into environmental standards
5. Typical EMS Model
6. Terms and Definitions
7. Management Commitment and the Environmental Policy
8. Initial Environmental Review
9. Four step process to identify environmental aspects and impacts
10. Identification of legal requirements
11. Deciding on Objectives and targets
12. Implementation and Operation
13. ISO 14001: Documentation required
14. Measurement and Evaluation
15. Reviewing what's been achieved
16. The steps to certification
17. Top tips to successfully introducing an EMS for your organisation

An examination of ISO 14001:2004 is supplemented throughout the day by interactive practical exercises, shared experiences and an open forum discussion.

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Price £270 + VAT.

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