In this two-day seminar participants will learn to objectively plan, conduct, report, and audit an Environmental Management System to the ISO 14001 standard.

Seminar Content Introduction to IEMSA Internal Auditing Goals Key Terms and Defi nitions Overview of the Audit Process The ISO 14001 Standard Overview of the ISO 14001 EMS The ISO 14000 Series The Environmental Policy Environmental Planning Implementation and Operation Monitoring and Measurement Management Review Planning the Audit Defi ning Scope and Objectives Selecting the Audit Team Collecting Information Planning the Audit Execution Developing Audit Checklists Conducting the Audit The Opening Meeting Interviewing Techniques Gathering Information Dealing with Confl ict Auditing Techniques Documenting Observations Post-Audit Activities Presenting the Audit Results The Final Audit Report Evaluating Corrective Action Verifying the Effectiveness of Corrective Actions Performing Integrated Management System Audits Similarities between ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Benefi ts of the Integrated Audit Planning the Audit Scope Conducting Joint Audits Environmental Compliance Audits Auditing Your Safety and Health Program

Developing an Effective Audit Program Audit Procedures Auditor Training/Qualifi cation Auditor Personality The Audit Schedule Audit Files and Records Auditor Ethics Who Should Attend Internal auditors, audit program managers and other individuals involved in internal auditing to the ISO 14001 environmental management system standard. Prerequisites A basic understanding of the ISO 14001 standard is recommended. A brief overview of the standard is included in the course. Related Seminars ISO 14001 Implementing an Effective EMS Complimentary breakfast and lunch included. Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual at the start of the seminar and upon successful completion, participants will receive certification.