Duration
CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor
5 days
Course Aim
Develop the knowledge and skill required to conduct a full audit of an organization’s Environmental Management System (EMS) to ISO 14001:2015
Course Description
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.
How will I benefit?
This course will help you:
- Grasp the aims, benefits and requirements of an ISO 14001:2015 audit
- Interpret ISO 14001:2015 requirements for audit application
- Plan, conduct and follow-up auditing activities that add real value
- Access the latest auditor techniques and identify appropriate use
- Build stakeholder confidence by leading and managing processes in line with the latest requirements
- Grasp the application of risk-based thinking, leadership and process management
- Meet training requirements for IRCA certification.
What will I 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.
How will I learn?
Our high impact accelerated learning approach is proven to fast-track learning by improving knowledge retention and skill application. This course is activity-based, resulting in a deeper understanding of material and greater impact on job performance.
What will I gain?
On completion, you’ll be awarded an IRCA certified training course certificate.
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.
Agenda
Day 1
Time
Topic
08.30
12.30
17.30
Benefits to you, welcome and introductions
Course aims, objectives and structure
KNOWLEDGE
First, second and third-party audits
Typical audit activities
Audit objectives, scopes and criteria
Audit resources
Roles and responsibilities and confidentiality
Audit methods
Stage 1 audit
Stage 2 audit
Lunch
Audit plan
Work documents
Opening meeting
Audit evidence
Effective communication
Audit findings
Audit meetings
Closing meeting
Audit reports
Audit follow-up
Close day 1
Day 2
Time
Topic
08.30
12.30
17.30
Day 1 review
KNOWLEDGE continued
Purpose and business benefits of an EMS
Terminology
Plan-Do-Check-Act
EMS processes and context (including conformance/compliance)
Role of the auditor
EMS documented information
Lunch
SKILLS
Initiating the audit
Document review
Audit plan
Work documents
Opening meeting
Observations
Video – Top management interview
Close day 2
Day 3
Time
Topic
08.30
12.30
17.30
Specimen exam: Sections 1 and 2 review
SKILLS
Interviewing ‘Top management’
Auditing ‘context of the organization’
Tutorial on body language
Lunch
Video – Planning process
Auditing the organization’s ‘EMS planning process’
Audit videos
Auditing the organization’s ‘operational EMS processes (1)’
Auditing the organization’s ‘operational EMS processes (2)’
Close day 3
Day 4
Time
Topic
08.30
12.30
17.30
Specimen exam: Section 3 review
SKILLS
Auditing the organization’s ‘operational EMS processes (3)’
Nonconformities
Closing meeting
Lunch
Audit report
Audit follow-up
Specimen exam: Section 4
Close day 4
Day 5
Time
Topic
09.00
14.00
16.30
Hand in homework – audit report
The certification and accreditation process, the role of CQI and IRCA, the CQI and IRCA EMS auditor certification requirements and code of conduct
Final questions/final revision
Evaluation
Introduction/readiness to the exam
Exam
End of course
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.