The purpose of this course is to provide delegates with the opportunity of gaining the skills and knowledge to develop implement and/or improve an Environmental Management System (EMS)

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Understand the different types of environmental aspects and their environmental impacts
• Understand the requirements of the environmental management standard ISO 14001:2004
• Develop and implement an Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Prepare a plan for obtaining EMS ISO 14001:2004 certification from a certifying authority
• Identify all the waste stream types and, the opportunities for recycling of waste

Introduction to Environmental Management

• What Does the Term ‘Environment’ mean
• Benefits of Good Environmental Management
• Key Environmental Management System (EMS) Elements
• Document Framework for an Environmental Management System

Environmental Management Systems

• Environmental Policy
• Concepts of the Environmental Standard ISO 14001:2004
• Initial Environmental Review (IER)
• What are Environmental Aspects and Impacts

Environmental Aspects & Impacts

• Understanding Environmental Impacts
• Understanding Global, Regional and Local Environmental Issues
• How to Determine Significant Environmental Aspects
• Identifying Applicable Regulatory and Standards’ Requirements

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

• Elements of the EIA Process
• Carrying out an EIA
• Analysis of Impacts

Internal Environmental Auditing

• Carrying Out an Environmental Audit
• Management Review Process

CDGA attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 75% of the total course duration.