COURSE OVERVIEW:

The ISO 14001 standard is the world’s most recognized framework for environmental management, designed to help organizations improve their environmental performance through more efficient use of resources and reduction of waste. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the standard’s structure and requirements, emphasizing the shift toward a proactive approach to environmental protection. By understanding this framework, participants can help their organizations gain a competitive advantage and the trust of stakeholders while contributing to global sustainability goals.

The scope of this training covers the fundamental concepts of the Environmental Management System (EMS), including the High-Level Structure (HLS) shared by all modern ISO standards. Participants will explore the core pillars of the standard: leadership commitment, planning for risks and opportunities, and the evaluation of environmental performance. The curriculum is designed to demystify the technical jargon of the standard, making it accessible to those new to environmental management or those transitioning from previous versions of the standard.

Coverage includes an overview of the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle and how it applies to environmental aspects, legal compliance, and emergency preparedness. Attendees will learn how an EMS integrates with existing business processes to drive continuous improvement. The course serves as a foundational steppingstone for those looking to participate in EMS implementation, internal auditing, or simply to improve their organization’s ecological footprint through standardized management practices.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Explain the purpose and business benefits of an ISO 14001 EMS.
• Understand the Annex SL High-Level Structure and its common terms.
• Identify the internal and external issues affecting environmental performance.
• Describe the role of Top Management in fostering environmental leadership.
• Define the relationship between environmental aspects and their impacts.
• Understand the importance of compliance obligations and legal requirements.
• Recognize the components of an effective Environmental Policy.
• Describe the requirements for environmental competence and awareness.
• Identify the elements of operational control and emergency response.
• Understand the process of monitoring, measurement, and analysis.
• Explain the purpose of internal audits and management reviews.
• Define the steps for handling non-conformities and corrective actions.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

New Environmental Coordinators, Managers seeking an overview of EMS, Employees in organizations pursuing certification, and Sustainability Students.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.