Environmental Management System ISO 14001: 2015
Course Overview
Most businesses have an environmental impact. Whether it is oil and gas, manufacturing companies, as well as service providers, it is important to be aware of the environmental impact at each step of the process from receiving a purchase order to raising an invoice/handing a delivery note. Environmental concerns such as: waste disposal, recycling, carbon emission, pollution reduction are important factors for businesses to consider. Besides ensuring a green, sustainable process, organizations gain substantial competitive advantage by aligning their commercial objectives with global ecological concerns. ISO 14001 is suitable for organizations of any size. It provides a systematic framework based on the Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology for integrating environmental management practices by supporting environmental protection, preventing pollution, minimizing waste, and reducing energy and materials consumption.
Benefits of ISO 14001 certification:
- Reduces cost by minimizing wastage throughout the supply chain, from materials to energy consumption
- Reduces regulatory and environmental liability
- Improves competitiveness when participating in a government or private tender
- Enhances reputation by promoting an ecofriendly brand image