Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the course, successful delegates should be able to:

• Describe the purpose of the Environmental Management System and explain the principles;
• Explain the inter-relationship of ISO14001:2015 and ISO 19011;
• Interpret requirements of ISO 14001:2015 in the context of an audit;
• Describe the roles and responsibilities of auditors and lead auditors;
• Plan and conduct an audit in accordance with ISO 19011;
• Report the audit, including writing valid, factual and value-adding nonconformities;
• Undertake the audit follow-up activities, including evaluating the effectiveness of corrective actions.

Course Contents

• Contents of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 19011Standards;
• Principles, impact assessment methodology of environmental issues;
• Process approach including the PDCA Cycle;
• ISO 14001:2015 Standards Requirements;
• Environmental Management System documentation;
• Auditing Standard ISO 19011 requirements;
• Auditor’s Roles and Responsibilities;
• Audit Planning, Checklists, Non-conformance Reports;
• Audit Reporting, Final Team Meeting / Follow-up;
• Verification / Audit Records;
• Accreditation / Certification and Auditor Registration;
• Exercises, case study, etc;
• Course Examination.