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The objective of this course is to provide learners with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 14001:2026.SESSION ONE: Introduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsSESSION TWO: ISO 14001:2026 Overview and Clause 4SESSION THREE: ISO 14001:2026 – Clauses 5, 6 and 7SESSION FOUR: ISO 14001:2026 – Clause 8SESSION FIVE: ISO 14001:2026 – Clauses 9 and 10

This course has been developed in alignment with the updated ISO 14001:2026 standard.This course will provide you with an understanding of the current changes and maintain compliance of your current environmental management system.

Learn to use auditing as a tool to help achieve an Integrated Management SystemThis course approaches the integration of management systems from a risk-based approach, encouraging learners to take the broadest possible view of the processes in their organisation and the related risks, opportunities and occupational risks that need to be identified, controlled and managed. It also considers the implications of a multi-standard certification and develops the basis for an integrated approach to MS auditing.Course Content:SESSION ONE: Process-based QMSSESSION TWO: Auditing for Continual ImprovementSESSION THREE: Introduction to EMS AuditingSESSION FOUR: ISO 14001:2026  Interpretation for AuditSESSION FIVE: Introduction to OH&S MSSESSION SIX: Risk Assessment: Tools, Techniques and ControlsSESSION SEVEN: Audits: Definitions and PrinciplesSESSION EIGHT: Planning and Preparing for the AuditSESSION NINE: Conducting the AuditSESSION TEN: Audit Reporting and Follow-upSESSION ELEVEN: Auditor CompetenceContact Details+44 (0) 1276 697704Website: www.sgs.co.uk/trainingscheduleEmail: ukacademy@sgs.comReference MaterialsIntegrated Management Systems ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Internal Auditor Training Course Flyer

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform an internal audit of part of an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2026, report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the management system in accordance with ISO 19011 and to contributeto the continual improvement of the management system.SESSION ONE: Introduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsSESSION TWO: ISO 14001:2026 – Interpretation for AuditSESSION THREE: Audit Definition and PrinciplesSESSION FOUR: Planning and Preparation for the AuditSESSION FIVE: Conducting the AuditSESSION SIX: Audit Reporting and Follow-upSESSION SEVEN: Auditor Competence

This course aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third-party audits of environmental management systems against (EMS) ISO 14001, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021, as applicable.Learners who successfully complete this CQI and IRCA Certified Auditor/Lead Auditor (EMS) Training course (within the five years before making an application to become a certificated auditor) will satisfy the training requirements for initial certification as a certified IRCA EMS auditor. For full training and requirements, please refer to quality.org/IRCA-grades.This course is recognised by APSCA for CPD purposes, aligned with the APSCA Competency Framework and is worth 36 CPD credits.Recommended Prior Knowledge Management systemsThe Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycleThe core elements of a management system and the interrelationship between top management responsibility, policy, planning, implementation, measurement, review and continual improvementEnvironmental management - The intended outcomes of an environmental management system:Enhancement of environmental performanceMeeting compliance obligationsAchievement of environmental objectivesISO 14001Knowledge of the requirements of ISO 14001 and the commonly used environmental management terms and definitions, which may be gained by completing a CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 14001:2026 Foundation (EMS) (FD135) Training course or equivalent.Enrolment informationBy enrolling on this course you agree to your personal information being passed to CQI and IRCA.DisclaimerFor learners undertaking the CQI and IRCA Online Assessment, all aspects relating to examination, proctoring, disqualification decisions, appeals and the issuance of results to the Approved Training Partner (ATP) are the sole responsibility of CQI and IRCA. SGS does not have oversight of, or involvement in, these processes.Trusted ISO 14001 Lead Auditor training from a leading course providerOur 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.

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform internal audits of management systems based on the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018 (or equivalent), and report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the management system in accordance with ISO 19011.Course detailsDuration: 3 daysAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:▪ Management Systems:▪ Quality, environmental and OH&S management:▪ ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018:Course ContentProcess-based QMSAuditing for Continual ImprovementIntroduction to EMS AuditingISO 14001:2026 Interpretation for AuditIntroduction to OH&S MSRisk Assessment: Tools, Techniques and ControlsAudits: Definitions and PrinciplesPlanning and Preparing for the AuditConducting the AuditAudit Reporting and Follow-upAuditor Competence

The objective of this course is to provide learners with an understanding of the current changes from ISO 14001:2015 to ISO 14001:2026, to be able to maintain compliance with an existing Environmental Management System (EMS).Course DetailsDuration: Half dayAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeThere is no prior knowledge expected for this course.Course Content▪ ISO 14001:2026 updates and variations to ISO 14001:2015▪ Introduction of modernised terminology and the “Harmonized Structure”

The objective of this course is to provide learners with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 14001:2026.However, this course does not address ISO 14001:2026 in detail.Course detailsDuration: 1 dayAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, you are expected to have the following prior knowledge:▪ Management Systems - understand the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.▪ Knowledge of the concepts of environmental management and the relationship between an organisation’s activities,  products and services and environmental impacts.▪ Commonly used environmental management terms and definitions, as given in ISO 14001:2026.▪ The requirements of ISO 14001:2026.Course ContentIntroduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsISO 14001:2026 Overview and Clause 4ISO 14001:2026 – Clauses 5, 6 and 7ISO 14001:2026 – Clause 8ISO 14001:2026 – Clauses 9 and 10

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform an internal audit of part of an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2026, report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the managementsystem in accordance with ISO 19011 and to contribute to the continual improvement of the management system.Course DetailsDuration: 2 DaysAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:Management systems:- understand the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle;- knowledge of environmental management systems (EMS) and the requirements of ISO 14001:2026.Environmental management:- the concept of environmental, sustainable development whereby an organisation must ensure that actions of today do not degrade the environment of the future;- the purpose of an initial review as the basis for establishing an EMS where none currently exists;- evaluation of activities, products and services to establish the environmental aspects associated with normal operating conditions, abnormal conditions such as start-up and shutdown and emergency situations and accidents;- considerations of environmental aspects with respect to:- emission to air, release to water and release to land;- use of raw materials, natural resources and energy;- energy emitted and lost e.g. heat, radiation, vibration, steam, and compressed air;- public nuisance such as light pollution, noise, and odour.- environmental legislation and how legal compliance forms part of an EMS;- typical methods for evaluation of the significant impacts of the environmental aspects identified and how their ranking influences operational control and priorities for improvement.Course ContentIntroduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsISO 14001:2026 – Interpretation for AuditAudit Definition and PrinciplesPlanning and Preparation for the AuditConducting the AuditAudit Reporting and Follow-upAuditor Competence

The purpose of this course is to provide learners who have an existing, basic knowledge of, or experience in, environmental management with an understanding of the management systems approach and the requirements of ISO 14001:2026, and to provide a basis for learners who wish to implement an Environmental Management System.Course DetailsDuration: 2 daysAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:▪ Management Systems – the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.▪ The core elements of a management system and the interrelationship between management responsibility, policy,planning, implementation, measurement, review and continual improvement.▪ Environmental Management:- knowledge of the concepts of energy management and the relationship between an organisation’s activities,products and services and equipment on energy efficiency;- commonly used energy management terms and definitions, as given in ISO 14001:2026;- the requirements of ISO 14001:2026.Course ContentBenefits and Importance of CertificationAnalyse the Current Business StateCreate the Implementation PlanDesign and Document the SystemSelecting a Certification Body

IEMSAThis training is designed to give you the relevant skills and knowledge to assess/report on the conformance and effective implementation of an environmental management system.  The purpose of this training is to equip delegates with the knowledge and skills needed to perform internal audits on ISO 14001 environmental management system plus to contribute to the continual improvement.