Course Outline

1. Introduction to ISO 14001:

• Overview of ISO 14001 and its importance
• Key concepts and principles of Environmental Management 
• Relationship with other management system standards (e.g. ISO 9001)

2. ISO 14001 Requirements:

• Detailed review of ISO 14001:2015 standard
• Context of the organization and interested parties
• Leadership and commitment
• Planning, including risks, opportunities, and environmental aspects
• Support, including resources, competence, and communication
• Operational planning and control
• Performance evaluation, monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation
• Improvement, including nonconformity and corrective action

3. Auditing Principles:

• Introduction to auditing and audit types
• Roles and responsibilities of an auditor
• Principles of auditing (integrity, fair presentation, due professional care, confidentiality, independence, and evidence-based approach)

4. Audit Preparation:

• Planning and preparing for an audit

• Understanding audit scope and objectives

• Developing an audit plan and checklist

5. Conducting the Audit:

• Opening meeting

• Gathering and verifying audit evidence

• Interview techniques and communication skills

• Observation and note-taking

6. Audit Reporting:

• Writing non-conformity reports

• Preparing the audit report

• Conducting the closing meeting

7. Audit Follow-Up:

• Corrective actions and their follow-up
• Verification of corrective actions
• Closing out the audit

8. Examination and Certification:

• Written exam covering ISO 14001 and auditing techniques
• Practical audit exercises and case studies
• Certification process and requirements

9. Practical Audit Activities:

• Role-playing and simulation exercises
• Case studies and group discussions
• Real-time audit practice (if applicable)

10. Continuous Improvement:

• Importance of continual improvement in environmental management
• Techniques for identifying and implementing improvements

Benefits of ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Course:

• Imparts understanding of the importance & appropriate practices of developing an Environmental Management System.
• Helps audit & identify possible discrepancies in an environmental management system to maintain compliance with environmental regulations as per ISO 14001 standard.
• Helps design & develop frameworks to establish effective environmental management system to reduce environmental pollution and gain stakeholders trust.
• Develops risk assessment knowledge & skills to identify and manage possible environmental risks preventing unexpected disruptions & Liabilities.
• Provides knowledge to develop procedures which will help maintain resource efficiency, waste management and sustainable growth.