Testimonials “Instructor was very good. Content and handouts were very instructional.” Course Description: This course is certified by RABQSA and is presented in partnership with Pillar Management Associates (the certified course provider). This course is designed for those who will be planning and/or conducting audits of environmental management systems (EMSs) against the international ISO 14000 standard. The course satisfies the training requirement for ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification. How You Will Benefit Understand the benefits of documented EMSs Gain knowledge of the requirements of ISO 14001 Understand the principles and methods of performing audits against ISO 14001 Be able to prepare, perform, and lead an audit Learn how to evaluate and report audit findings See how to apply for Lead Auditor certification Accreditation: 2.6 CEUs, 2.6 COCs, 4.34 CMs, ABIH approval #10-260 For more information on this course, contact Customer Service at 1-800-769-1199.   Combine this course with Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and SAVE! Learn More Combine this course with Certified OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor and SAVE! Learn More Code Start/End Dates Location 27442 Aug 16-19, 2010 Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown | Chicago, IL Make reservations by 07/26/10 to get the room rate of $139 Tel: 1-312-595-0000 27301 Dec 6-9, 2010 Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas Strip | Las Vegas, NV Make reservations by 11/15/10 to get the room rate of $95 Tel: 1-702-453-7830 For more information on this course, contact Customer Service at 1-800-769-1199. Course Highlights EMSs and an introduction to ISO 14001 Aspects and impacts The EMS audit process Nonconformances Course Outline Day One Environmental Management Systems Understand the application of environmental management principles Understand the application of environmental science and technology EMS terminology Understand the application of environmental systems to different operational processes Assess the risk of significant environmental aspects and impacts identified in the context of the organization's EMS management system Understand the requirements of ISO 14001 Day Two Environmental Management Systems (continued) Assess the effectiveness of methodologies to control environmental hazards Operational control & legal compliance Assess the EMS roles and responsibilities within the context of the organizational environment Determine the adequacy and effectiveness of the EMS Auditing Understand the application of the principles, procedures and techniques of auditing The conduct of an effective audit in the context of the auditee's organizational situation Terms & Definitions Auditor Responsibilities: Personal attributes necessary for the effective and efficient conduct of a management system audit Principles of auditing Audit Planning On-site audit preparation Day Three Auditing (continued) On-site audit Audit report and closing Mock Audit Day Four Lead Auditing Establish, plan and task the activities of an audit team Communicate effectively with the auditee and audit client Organize and direct audit team members Prevent and resolve conflict with the auditee and/or within the audit team Evaluations; re-testing as necessary. Note: there is no final exam. Competencies are tested throughout the course. For more information on this course, contact Customer Service at 1-800-769-1199.     Carol Robinson, Pillar Management Frank Degar, Pillar Management For more information on this course, contact Customer Service at 1-800-769-1199.

Related Courses ISO 14001 Internal Auditor Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certified OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor Compliance Certifications This course is part of ABS Consulting's Environmental Management System Compliance Specialist certification program. Onsite Course This course can be taught at your facility. Find out more.