On successfully completing the course, delegates will be able to:
• Audit as per the requirements of ISO 14001:2015 standard.
• Understand key elements of ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 Standards.
• Understand key environmental issues.
• Plan an audit against a set of audit criteria.
• Successfully execute an environmental management systems audit.
• Understand the differences between QMS and EMS audits.
• Create clear, concise and relevant audit reports.
• Communicate the audit findings to a client.
• Grasp the aims, benefits and requirements of an ISO 14001:2015 audit.
• Interpret ISO 14001:2015 requirements for audit application.
• Plan, conduct and follow-up auditing activities that add real value.
• Access the latest auditor techniques and identify appropriate use.
• Build stakeholder confidence by leading and managing processes in line with the latest requirements.
• Grasp the application of risk-based thinking, leadership and process management.
All those with responsibility to implement, maintain, audit and improve an EMS according to the ISO 14001:2015 Standard must attend this course.
• Environmental Issues
• Environmental Management Systems review.
• What to look for in Context of the organization.
• What to look for in Implementation and Operation
• What to look for in Leadership. Planning and Support
• What to look for in operation, performance evaluations and improvements
• Environmental legislation & auditing for the process of implementation and compliance
• Audit management and techniques
• Accreditation & Certification processes (ISO 17021, IAF MD1)
• Auditor Competence