ISO 14001: Environmental Management Systems

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Start Date

26/07/2026

End Date

30/07/2026

Category

HSSE

Country

Kuwait

Course Overview

The ISO 14001:2015 Environment Management Systems Lead Auditor Training Course provides participants with the knowledge and skills related to the preparation, planning, conducting, and reporting of audits and assessing the compliance of the Environment Management Systems (EMS) against the requirements of ISO 14001:2015. The course meets the training requirements of Chartered Quality Institute and the International Register of Certificated Auditors (CQI-IRCA) and provides delegates with the training essential in carrying out Environment management system audits.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to: – Understand the core principles and requirements of ISO 14001:2015. – Gain sufficient knowledge preparing, conducting, reporting & following-up an audit. – Gain sufficient knowledge on advising an organization on the preparation required prior to second- or third-party audits. – Develop strategies for setting and achieving environmental objectives and targets. – Learn to implement operational controls and emergency preparedness measures. – Gain sufficient knowledge on advising an organization on the preparation required prior to second- or third-party audits. – Gain knowledge on management review and continual improvement of the EMS.

Course Outline

1- Module 1: Introduction to ISO 14001 and EMS Fundamentals
2- Module 2: Planning Your EMS: Aspects, Impacts, and Legal Requirements
3- Module 3: Implementation and Operation: Resources, Competence, and Controls
4- Module 4: Performance Evaluation: Monitoring, Auditing, and Management Review
5- Module 5: Continual Improvement and Certification Readiness

Target Audience

Environmental managers, sustainability officers, compliance officers, operations managers, internal auditors, and anyone involved in developing or maintaining an Environmental Management System.

Methodology

The course utilizes a blend of expert-led presentations, interactive case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises focused on applying ISO 14001 principles to real-world scenarios.

Conclusion

Upon completion of this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement and manage an ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management System, contributing to their organization’s environmental performance and sustainability goals.

Daily Agenda

1 Day

EMS Foundations & ISO Structure (Context, Roles, Risk-Based Thinking)

2 Day

Environmental Aspects, Compliance Obligations & EMS Planning Support

3 Day

EMS Operation, Performance Monitoring & Continual Improvement

4 Day

EMS Auditing Principles & Audit Execution (Evidence, Checklists, Stage I & II)

5 Day

Audit Reporting, Nonconformity Management & Follow-Up Closeout