ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Lead Auditor (IRCA Certified ) Training Course

Highlight’s of the course:

Develop the knowledge and skill required to conduct a full audit of an organization’s Environmental Management System (EMS) to ISO 14001:2015.”ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor” competency-based 5-day course teaches the principles and practices of effective environmental management systems and process audits in accordance with the ISO 14000 series of standards and ISO 19011, “Guidelines on Auditing Management Systems”. This five-day intensive course enables participants to develop the necessary expertise to audit an Environmental Management System based on ISO 14001:2015 and ensure that the organization is headed towards environmental management excellence by committing to environmental best practices. The Lead Auditor training will equip participants with the skills and ability to manage a team of auditors by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques. Based on practical exercises, the participant will develop the skills (mastering audit techniques) and competencies (managing audit teams and audit programs, communicating with customers, conflict resolution, etc.) necessary to efficiently conduct an audit.

Gain the confidence to effectively audit an EMS in accordance with internationally recognized best practice techniques. Demonstrate your commitment to a sustainable model by transforming existing auditor skills to ISO 14001:2015. Consolidate your expertise with the latest developments and contribute to the continuous improvement of the business.

You’ll grasp the key principles and practices of effective EMS audits in accordance with ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 19011 “Guidelines for auditing management systems”. Using a step-by-step approach, you’ll be guided through the entire audit process from initiation to follow-up. Over 5 days, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills required to undertake and lead a successful environmental management systems audit. Learn to describe the purpose of an ISO 14001:2015 EMS audit and how to satisfy third-party certification. You’ll acquire the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow-up an EMS audit that establishes conformity and enhances environmental performance.

Who should attend?

• Internal auditors
• Auditors wanting to perform and lead Environmental Management System (EMS) certification audits
• Project managers or consultants wanting to master the Environmental Management System audit process
• Persons responsible for the Environmental conformity in an organization
• Members of an Environmental management team
• Expert advisors in Environmental Management

What will you learn?

• Explain the purpose and benefits of an EMS
• Explain the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit in accordance with ISO 19011
• Gain the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit in accordance with ISO 19011 (and ISO 17021 where appropriate).

Who should attend?

Anyone with the need to audit an organization’s ISO 14001:2015 EMS.

Learning objectives:

• Understand environmental management definitions, concepts, and guidelines
• Understand the purpose of the ISO 14000 series
• Understand the requirements of the ISO 14001:2015 standard
• how to plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit of an environmental management system to establish conformity with ISO 14001 and in accordance with ISO 19011 (and ISO 17021 where appropriate)
• To prepare an on-site audit plan that establishes effective audit trails across processes and between members of an audit team
• To gather objective evidence through observation, interviewing and reviewing documentation
• To report findings accurately against the requirements of ISO 14001, write and grade nonconformity reports and evaluate proposals for corrective action

Course Agenda:

• 5 days intensive classroom ISO TRAINING
• Exclusive access to a trainer for after ISO TRAINING query clarification
• In-house certification exam on the last day of the ISO TRAINING
• Prepares participants to take and pass the ISO 14001 LA Certification examination successfully.
• Introduction to Environmental Management System (EMS) concepts as required by ISO 14001
• Planning and Initiating an ISO 14001 audit
• Conducting an ISO 14001 audit
• Concluding and ensuring the follow-up of an ISO 14001 audit

Prerequisites 

You should have a good knowledge of ISO 14001:2004 and the key principles of an EMS. If not, we strongly recommend you attend our ISO 14001:2015 Requirements course. It will also help if you have attended an Internal or Lead Auditor course or have experience with conducting internal or supplier audits. 

What does the fee cover?

• Training course notes
• Lunch & Refreshments
• Loan copy of the standard (to be returned after the course)
• On completion, you’ll be awarded an IRCA certified training course certificate

ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety (IRCA Certified) Lead Auditor Training Course

Highlight’s of the course:

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to perform internal, second party and third-party audits of OHS management systems against ISO 45001:2018, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021, as applicable.Our OH&S Management Systems Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course teaches the fundamental auditing principles and practices, in conformance with national and international accepted norms and regulations relating to OH&S requirements.

By attending this course, delegates will also gain the necessary auditing skills through activity-based learning, and practical auditing experience with coaching, group workshops and open forum discussions. Experienced ICIPL tutors will guide delegates through the entire audit process; from initiation to conducting audit follow-up.

Successful completion of this training course, by passing the relevant examination and skills assessment, will demonstrate knowledge and basic skills to undertake and lead a management systems audit.

Who should attend?

Anyone involved in the planning, implementing, maintaining, supervising or auditing of an ISO 45001 migration

What will you learn?

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the purpose of an OHS management system and the business and societal benefits of improving OHS performance
• Explain the role of an auditor in planning, conducting, reporting and following up an OHS management system audit in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1, where appropriate
• Plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit of an OHS management system to establish conformity (or otherwise) with ISO 45001:2018 and in accordance with ISO 19011 (and ISO/IEC 17021-1, where appropriate)

Learning objectives:

On completion, successful delegates will have the knowledge and skills to:

Knowledge

• Explain the purpose of an occupational health and safety management system, of occupational health and safety management system standards, of management system audit, of third-party certification, and the business benefits of improved performance of the occupational health and safety management system
• Explain the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow up an occupational health and safety management system audit in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as appropriate

Skills

• Plan, conduct, report and follow-up an audit of an occupational health and safety management system to establish conformity (or otherwise) with ISO 45001, and in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 where appropriate

Course Agenda:

• 5 days intensive classroom ISO TRAINING
• Exclusive access to trainer for after ISO TRAINING query clarification
• In-house certification exam on the last day of the ISO TRAINING
• Prepares participants to take and pass the ISO 45001 LA Certification examination successfully.
• Introduction to Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS) concepts as required by ISO 45001
• Planning and Initiating an ISO 45001 audit
• Conducting an ISO 45001 audit
• Concluding and ensuring the follow-up of an ISO 45001 audit

Prerequisites:

Before starting this course, learners should have an understanding of the requirements of ISO 45001:2018, which may be gained by completing a CQI/IRCA certified OHS foundation training course or the equivalent.

Learners should also have the following prior knowledge:

• Knowledge of the following OHS management principals and concepts:
• The concept of OHS 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 OHS management system where none currently exists
• An understanding of how to consider risks and hazards with respect to:
• Workplace locations
• Workplace activities
• Work-related activities carried out away from the normal place of work or base
• Employees, visitors and other interested parties in areas where the organisation has control and influence over health and safety
• Vulnerable individuals within the workplace or under the organisation’s control

What does the fee cover?

• Training course notes
• Lunch & Refreshments
• Loan copy of the standard (to be returned after the course)
• On completion, you’ll be awarded an IRCA certified training course certificate