ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM COURSE

INTRODUCTION

Environmental management is part of an organization’s overall management system. It enables it to manage its environmental risk, achieve and control the expected level of environmental performance, and provide a structured process for achieving continual improvement.

The course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, concepts, and practical applications of environmental management systems. An EMS is a systematic approach to managing an organisation’s environmental impacts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and striving for continuous improvement in environmental performance.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE

At the end of this course, participants shall

• Understand the concept of an Environmental Management System (EMS) and its significance in modern business.
• Appreciate relevant international and local environmental regulations, standards, and laws.
• Have an in-depth examination of ISO 14001:2015 standards, clauses, and core.
• Broaden their knowledge of identifying, evaluating, and prioritising environmental aspects and their potential.
• Gain access to guidance in establishing clear, measurable, and achievable environmental objectives and know the methodologies for integrating environmental considerations into operational processes.
• Explore strategies for identifying potential environmental emergencies and developing response plans