Introduction

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Objective

ISO 14001:2015 is a global environmental management system (EMS) which is adopted by thousands of companies all over the world.  The intent of ISO 14001:2015 is to provide a framework for a holistic, strategic approach to an organization's environmental policy, plans and actions. The benefits of implementing the ISO 14001:2015 framework include increased efficiency in the use of energy and resources and reduction in waste outputs.

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Developed by a certified EMS lead auditor, this presentation can be used to brief staff, new hires and potential audited so as to create awareness of the ISO 14001:2015 standard. This presentation includes the and benefits of ISO 14001:2015, the EMS structure, the implementation process and offers practical tips on how to handle an audit session.

• Provide background knowledge on ISO 14001
• Gain an overview of ISO 14001 structure 
• Understand the ISO 14001 registration process and the key implementation steps
• Gather useful tips on handling an audit session
   

Course content:

1. Overview of ISO 14001

• About ISO
• What is ISO 14000 Standards?
• Where Did ISO 14000 Come From?
• To Whom Do the Standards Apply?
• What is an Environmental Management System (EMS)?
• What Benefits Will it Bring to My Business or Organization?
• Benefits of ISO 14001
• Development of ISO 14001
• Why Was ISO 14001 Revised?
• Key Improvements to ISO 14001:2015
• ISO 14001 - Key Differences

2. ISO 14001 Structure

• ISO 14001 Approach is Based on the PDCA Cycle
• PDCA and ISO 14001 Clause Structure
• ISO 14001 Clause Structure (4-10)
• Context of the Organization
  • Leadership
  • Planning
  • Support
  • Operation
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Improvement
• Continual Improvement
• Audit Findings

3. ISO 14001 Registration 

• Becoming ISO 14001 Registered
• ISO 14001:2015 Certification Transition Timeline
• The ISO 14001 Certification Process

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4. Implementing ISO 14001

• Implementation Timeline
• Conduct Gap Analysis
• Form a Team
• Execute the Plan
• Audit

5. Handling the Audit Session

• Rights of Audited
• Rights of Auditor
• How to Handle the Audit Session?
• Audi tee’s Conduct
• Do’s
• Don’ts
• Protecting the Environment is Everyone's Job