Training on Environmental Management Systems Course

This training on environmental management systems course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement and audit Environmental Management Systems (EMS) compliant with ISO 14001:2018. You'll gain a deep understanding of EMS principles, tools, and techniques, enabling you to enhance your organization's environmental performance and contribute to sustainability goals. The course combines theoretical learning with practical exercises and case studies, preparing you to confidently navigate the complexities of ISO 14001 compliance and auditing.

Target Audience:

Training on Environmental Management Systems course is ideal for professionals with responsibilities related to environmental management systems and compliance:

• Facility Managers
• Internal/External EMS Auditors
• Quality and Internal Auditors
• Audit Program Managers
• ISO 14001 Program Managers
• Health and Safety Personnel

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Adapt auditing techniques to the requirements of ISO 14001:2018.
• Audit organizational context and the threats and opportunities approach.
• Assess top management commitment and leadership regarding environmental management.
• Audit processes and their interactions.
• Understand the importance of environmental management for the organization and its customers.
• Understand the purpose of an EMS and its business and societal benefits.
• Apply the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) framework within the context of ISO 14001.
• Understand the interrelationship between management responsibilities and key EMS elements.
• Effectively interpret and audit ISO 14001 requirements.
• Distinguish between compliance obligations and ISO 14001 conformance.
• Plan and conduct effective interviews with top management.
• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on EMS audits in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021.
• Develop effective audit plans to ensure comprehensive audit trails.
• Prepare thoroughly for audits and create effective checklists.

Course Content:

Module 1: Business and Sustainability

• Introduction to Management Systems.
• EMS Requirements and Elements.
• ISO 14001 EMS Model (Current and Proposed High-Level Structure).
• Workshop: ISO Definitions and Terminology.
• Scope and Applicability of ISO 14001 and ISO 14004.
• Purpose, Scope, and Benefits of EMS Standards.
• Other Management Systems and Their Relationship with EMS.

Module 2: EMS Tools and Techniques

• Identifying Environmental Aspects and Impacts.
• Workshop: Environmental Aspects and Impacts Analysis.
• Understanding External Expectations and Requirements.
• Setting Environmental Objectives, Targets, and Programs.
• Workshop: Environmental Planning Logic Chain.
• Implementing and Operating an EMS.
• Workshop: Operational Control Procedures.
• Checking an EMS (Including Evaluating Audit Results).

Module 3: Implementation and Planning

• Workshop: Comparing ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• EMS Implementation Strategies.
• General Requirements of ISO 14001.
• EMS Tools and Techniques.
• Planning an EMS (Environmental Policy, Aspects, Impacts).

Module 4: Performance Monitoring

• Environmental Performance Standards.
• Measuring Environmental Performance.
• The Balanced Scorecard.
• Reporting and Verification.
• Workshop: Using the Balanced Scorecard.

Module 5: Management Review and Continual Improvement

• Checking EMS and Evaluating Audit Results.
• Management Review Process.
• Workshop: Conducting a Management Review.
• Preparing for ISO 14001 Registration.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a prestigious Uphilos certificate. This certification demonstrates your commitment to mastering this training course and will enhance your professional credentials.