Introduction:

This course is approved by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) and is designed to train professionals to take on the role of environmental management system (EMS) auditors and the standards acceptable to 3rd party certification and similar levels.

The course is delivered over 5 days and is structured to enable participants to achieve defined learning objectives.

Training Outline:

• Brief summary & update of on ISO 14000 and EMAS
• 3rd Party Audit Systems
• Environmental Aspects & impacts
• Environmental Management & Sustainable Development
• EMS Planning
• EMS Implementation
• Checking & Review
• Environmental Laws
• EMS Auditing
• Practical Audit or Case Study

Who should attend:

Professionals involved in the design, implementation and continual improvement of an environmental management system.

Professionals intending to work as a 2nd party auditor (auditing suppliers etc) or 3rd party auditor (auditing
organizations seeking certification to ISO 14001).

Training Methodology:

All sessions are interactive and delegate participation is encouraged. There are numerous exercises and each activity is assessed as part of the overall candidature evaluation.

Training points will be awarded under the IEMA scheme. Delegates who have successfully completed the course are encouraged to apply for registration on the IEMA

The certificate of completion will be issued to participants who passed the examination and attend at least 75% of the course. The certificate is valid for 3 year for IEMA registration purposes.