ISO 14001:2015 - Environmental Management Systems Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform third party audits of an Environmental Management System against ISO 14001:2015 and in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021.

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Description

This training is designed to give you the relevant skills and knowledge to carry out audits of environmental management systems (EMS) against ISO 14001.

IRCA Accreditation
We are accredited by the International Register of Certified Auditors (IRCA) globally. This course is accredited by IRCA, 17972 - PR 315.

Prior Knowledge Requirements

Before starting this course, you must inform students that they are expected to have the following prior knowledge:

  1. Management systems
  • The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle
  • The core elements of a management system and the interrelationship between top management responsibility, policy, objectives, planning, implementation, measurement, review, and continual improvement
  1. Environmental management

The intended outcomes of an environmental management system:

  • Enhancement of environmental performance
  • Fulfilment of compliance obligations
  • Achievement of environmental objectives
  1. ISO 14001

Knowledge of the requirements of ISO 14001 and the commonly used environmental management terms and definitions, as given in ISO 14001, which may be gained by completing an IRCA certified EMS Foundation Training course or the equivalent.
 

Trusted ISO 14001 Lead auditor training from a leading course provider

Our courses are delivered by tutors who are environmental management system experts and experienced trainers. Your knowledge and skills will be developed through an interactive and practical approach to learning. Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete an end-of-course written examination.

Contact your local SGS office for full details of the courses available in your region.

Objectives

What will you learn on our ISO 14001 lead auditor course?
On completion of the training you will be able to:
 

  • Apply an in-depth knowledge of the purpose of an environmental management systems and the ISO 14001 audit and certification process
  • Describe the principles, processes and techniques used for the assessment and management of risk and the significance of these in all environmental management systems
  • Explain the purpose, content and inter-relationship of ISO 14001, the ISO 14000 series guidance standards and the legislative framework relevant to an EMS
  • Apply the skills and knowledge needed to conduct third party audits against the requirements of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
  • undertake the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow-up an audit in accordance with ISO 19011 and by interpreting the requirements of ISO 14001.    

Please note: For this course a split date 5-day option is available. This gives you time to reflect on new material before you sit the final exam.
 

Audience

This five day course provides an opportunity for both Environmental and Quality professionals to update their skills in interactive and supportive surroundings.
Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete a midcourse test along with an end-of-course written examination.

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