Objectives:
For Trainee Auditors to develop the necessary skills to prepare and conduct audits within their own organisation and at the premises of their sub-contractors. This course is focused on the tools that will be applied to enhance business and environmental improvement. This is a one-day practical workshop based course with interactive practice audits being conducted. The outcomes from each trainee will be assessed prior to the issue of a Certificate in Practical Environmental Auditing.
Outcomes:
Trainees will be able to:
- Describe the elements & define requirements of BS EN ISO 14001 the environmental management system standard.
- Prepare Check Lists.
- Explain and practice the techniques of auditing documents and processes.
- Define the essential principles of auditing preparation.
- Understand auditing techniques.
- Conduct audits of the EMS system in accordance with your organisation's procedures.
- Record non-conformances and present the results of an audit utilising appropriate documentation.
- Identify needs for improvement and prioritise immediate corrective action and plan for longer term preventive actions.
- Verify corrective / preventive actions have been implemented.
- Promote the principles of professional auditing practice.
- Assess his / her performance with the course leader.
