ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

A practical guide to building and launching an effective Environmental Management System.

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ISO 14001:2015 has recently been replaced by ISO 14001:2026 (April 2026). This course is based on ISO 14001:2026 and will address the changes to the standard.
This revision was a moderate evolution of ISO 14001, rather than a fundamental redesign.
Organisations will have three years from the publication of ISO 14001:2026 to transition their environmental management systems to the revised standard.
SQT can provide detailed guidance and training on transition to this new version.

Environmental performance has never been more critical. This comprehensive one-day course equips learners with the skills to design, plan and implement an Environmental Management System (EMS) aligned to ISO 14001. Whether your goal is full certification or internal best practice, this programme provides practical insight through real-world examples and case studies.

Delivered by expert tutors with deep industry knowledge, the training ensures learners understand how to turn policy into performance. The course is tailored to support environmental improvement across sectors and is ideal for organisations seeking to reduce their environmental impact and operational risks.

The course provides a structured and practical walkthrough of ISO 14001 and the process of implementing an EMS.

Key topics include:

Introduction to environmental management and EMS principles
ISO 14001 requirements and comparison of standards
Conducting an Initial Environmental Review (IER)
Defining EMS scope and setting the environmental policy
Identifying significant environmental aspects/issues
Developing objectives and defining strategies to achieve them
Operational control and competence/communication
Internal auditing and management review
Environmental legislation and compliance evaluation
Role of third party auditors/certification bodies

Content can be tailored to specific organisational needs when delivered In-Company.

This programme is ideal for anyone involved in environmental, health & safety and quality roles, as well as those responsible for EMS implementation and compliance:

Environmental Officers and Managers
Health & Safety and Quality Managers
Operations and Facilities Managers
Internal Auditors and Compliance Teams

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Describe the purpose and components of an EMS based on ISO 14001
Interpret the key requirements of the ISO 14001 standard
Identify and evaluate significant environmental aspects and impacts
Set effective environmental objectives and develop action plans
Implement operational controls and evaluate performance
Explain how to apply corrective actions and conduct effective environmental management reviews
Understand documentation and record-keeping requirements

These outcomes support learners in applying knowledge practically within their organisation.

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Our training methodology is highly interactive and focused on real-world application.

Support includes:

Pre-training consultation with the tutor to tailor the course to your needs
Comprehensive course notes, regularly updated to reflect the latest standards and best practices
Training is delivered live either virtually or onsite at your premises, with full tutor interaction

Class sizes are generally limited to 12-15 to support personalised learning and individual support.

Learners who complete this course often progress to:

ISO 14001 Internal Auditor (EMS)
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor (EMS)
Integrated Management Systems (IMS) training

Completing this course forms a strong foundation for environmental career development.

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Course Code

EE013

Duration

1 training day

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by or In-Company training

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