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ISO 14001 Internal Auditor

This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to plan, conduct, and report on internal audits of an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2015, in accordance with ISO 19011 guidelines.

Duration2–3 Days
StandardISO 14001:2015
LevelInternal Auditor

Course Highlights

Environmental Focus

Specifically designed to build competence in auditing environmental management systems, including environmental aspects, impacts, and compliance obligations.

Audit with Confidence

Develop the skills to plan, conduct, and report on internal EMS audits that add value and support your organisation's environmental objectives.

Practical & Interactive

Through workshops, case studies, and role-play exercises, build practical skills in EMS audit planning, evidence gathering, and reporting.

Drive Environmental Performance

Learn to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to the effectiveness of your organisation's environmental management system.

Learning Outcomes

Explain the purpose and benefits of an internal audit programme within an EMS
Interpret the requirements of ISO 14001:2015 in the context of an internal audit
Understand environmental aspects, impacts, and compliance obligations from an audit perspective
Plan and prepare an internal EMS audit including developing audit checklists
Conduct an internal EMS audit using effective interview and evidence-gathering techniques
Document audit findings, write nonconformity reports, and prepare audit conclusions
Follow up on corrective actions and contribute to environmental continual improvement

Who Should Attend

Individuals responsible for conducting internal EMS audits
Environmental Officers and Coordinators
EHS Professionals and Sustainability Officers
Process Owners and Department Managers
Anyone involved in implementing or maintaining an EMS
Organisations preparing for ISO 14001 certification or surveillance audits

Prerequisites

A basic understanding of environmental management principles is recommended
Familiarity with ISO 14001:2015 requirements is beneficial but not essential
No prior auditing experience is required

Course Content

1

Introduction to EMS Internal Auditing

Purpose and benefits of internal audits within an EMS, audit terminology, the role of internal audits in supporting environmental performance, and an overview of ISO 19011:2018 guidelines.

2

ISO 14001:2015 Requirements Review

A practical review of ISO 14001:2015 clause requirements from an auditor's perspective, including environmental aspects and impacts, compliance obligations, lifecycle perspective, and operational controls.

3

Audit Planning & Preparation

Developing an internal audit programme, defining audit scope and objectives, identifying environmental aspects relevant to the audit, preparing process-based checklists, and reviewing documentation.

4

Conducting the Internal EMS Audit

Opening meetings, gathering objective evidence through observation and interviews, auditing site-specific environmental controls, following audit trails, and identifying conformities and nonconformities.

5

Reporting & Follow-Up

Documenting audit findings, writing clear nonconformity reports, preparing audit summaries, conducting closing meetings, and following up on corrective actions.

Assessment & Certification

Assessment

Participants are assessed through a combination of written exercises and practical activities conducted throughout the course to demonstrate their understanding of EMS internal audit principles and techniques.

Certificate

Upon successful completion, delegates will receive an Internal Auditor certificate confirming their competence to conduct internal audits of an environmental management system based on ISO 14001:2015.

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