BSI's Environmental Management Systems Internal Auditor competency-based 3-day course teaches a general understanding of the concepts of the ISO 14001:2004 standard and the principles and practices of effective internal audits in accordance with ISO 19011:2002, "Guidelines for Quality and/or Environmental Management Systems Auditing." Experienced instructors explain the clauses of ISO 14001:2004 in detail and guide students through internal audits that are required for an environmental management system based on ISO 14001:2004. students gain necessary auditing skills through a balance of formal classroom tutorials, practical role-playing, group workshops, and open forum discussions.
This course comprises the following two RABQSA TPECS Competency Units whose outcomes are certified by RABQSA:
- EM - Environmental Management Systems
- AU - Management Systems Auditing
Attendees successfully completing this course receive a Certificate of Attainment for each of the RABQSA Competency Units listed above.
Learning Objectives
- Understand Environmental Management Definitions, Concepts, and Guidelines
- Understand the Purpose of the ISO 14000 Series
- Understand the Requirements of ISO 14001:2004 standard
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of the auditor
- Apply ISO 19011:2002 definitions, concepts, and guidelines
- Recognize the principles, practices, and types of audits
- Conduct all phases of an internal audit
- Prepare and present effective reports
- Understand the RABQSA's certification scheme
Course Materials Provided
Students receive comprehensive course manuals with reference materials.
Who Should Attend
- Individuals interested in conducting, managing, or participating in first-party (internal) audits
- Management system implementation team members
- Environmental Management Representatives
- Health, Safety, and Environmental Managers
- Cross functional team members of implementation project
Prerequisite
A prior review of the ISO 14001:2004 standard is suggested for this course. Additionally, it is highly recommended that inexperienced students take the BSI e-learning class "Essentials of ISO 14001:2004" prior to attending the classroom training.
Course Logistics
There are written tests on each of the competency units in turn on Days 2 and 3. Detailed exam instructions will be provided. Certificates of Attainment in each competency unit will be provided for students who are deemed "Competent" for each competency unit. Certificates of attendance are provided to those who do not pass the competency test(s), and students will be given the opportunity to retake the test(s).
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