1. Introduction to ISO 14001:2015

• Purpose and benefits of an Environmental Management System

• Structure of ISO 14001 and key terminology

• EMS requirements and organizational context

 

2. Environmental Management Principles:

• Environmental aspects and impacts

• Environmental performance, objectives, and operational controls

• Compliance obligations and environmental risks

 

3. ISO 14001 Requirements Explained:

• Leadership and commitment

• Planning, support, and operational requirements

• Performance evaluation and continual improvement

 

4. Introduction to Auditing & ISO 19011 Guidelines:

• Audit principles and types of audits

• Auditor roles, ethics, and responsibilities

• Risk-based auditing approaches

 

5. Audit Planning & Preparation:

• Developing audit plans and checklists

• Understanding scope, criteria, and audit objectives

• Document review techniques

 

6. Conducting On-Site EMS Audits:

• Opening meetings and audit introductions

• Interviewing skills and evidence collection

• Sampling techniques and observations

 

7. Nonconformity Identification & Audit Reporting:

• Classifying and documenting nonconformities

• Writing clear, concise audit findings

• Closing meetings and report preparation

 

8. Corrective Actions & Follow-Up Audits:

• Root cause analysis methods

• Verifying corrective actions

• Ensuring continual improvement

 

9. Lead Auditor Responsibilities:

• Managing audit teams and delegating tasks

• Conflict resolution and professional conduct

• Ensuring audit integrity and quality