Internal auditor of the environmental management system (ISO 14001, ISO 19011)
This online course allows you to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out an internal audit of the environmental management system (EMS) based on the ISO 14001: 2015, ISO 19011: 2018 standards.
Training participants will gain knowledge about various components of the EMS, including the following: leadership, risk management, necessary procedures, documentation, effectiveness measurement, management review and continuous development, as well as tasks and roles of internal auditors during planning and carrying out audits, reporting, planning and monitoring of actions and activities based on the results of audits.
Duration
36 hours
Language
English/Ukrainian
Format
100% online
Objectives
• Understand the principles of implementing an EMS in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14001
• Get a complete understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques necessary for the effective management of the EMS
• Gain knowledge in the scope of risks identification and opportunities related to EMS
• Understand the relationship between the EMS and compliance with the requirements of various stakeholders of the organization.
• Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to advise organizations on the best environmental management and internal audit practices
• Familiarize oneself with all stages of preparing and carrying out an internal audit
• Acquire the necessary knowledge to manage an EMS audit team
• Understand the operation of the EMS in accordance with ISO 14001
• Improve the ability to analyze the internal and external environment of the organization and decision-making in the context of the environmental management system
Target audience
• Internal auditors
• Project managers and consultants who wish to master the environmental management system audit process
• Members of the EMS implementation team at the enterprise
• Professionals who want to gain in-depth knowledge of the EMS
• Specialists involved in daily support of EMS processes
• Students of specialized faculties
Document on completion
Document on completion EMS internal auditor certificate listed in the SIC international register.
Evaluation scale
60.0-100.0
0.0-59.9
Complies
Does not comply
Thematic plan
The course program includes 2 modules:
- Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)
- Internal audit (ISO 19011)
The program is designed for 36 hours, including time for studying theoretical material and taking tests.
Objectives
Module 1 Environmental management system (ISO 14001)
Number of hours
| 1.1 | Introduction | 2,5 |
| 1.2 | General provisions of the standard | 2,5 |
| 1.3 | Organization context | 2 |
| 1.4 | Leadership | 2 |
| 1.5 | Planning | 2 |
| 1.6 | Provision (resources) | 2,5 |
| 1.7 | Functioning | 2,5 |
| 1.8 | Evaluation of results of the activities | 2,5 |
| 1.9 | Improvement | 1 |
| Testing | 1 |
Module 2 Internal audit (ISO 19011)
Number of hours
|
2.1 |
Introduction |
1 |
|
2.2 |
General provisions of the standard |
1,5 |
|
2.3 |
Audit program management (AP) |
5 |
|
2.4 |
Carrying out an audit |
5 |
|
2.5 |
Competence of auditors |
2 |
|
|
Testing |
1 |
Module 1. Detailed content
| 1.1 |
Introduction: – Environmental problems – Sustainable development – The ISO 14001 series of standards – Advantages of the ISO 14001 – Certifying for compliance with the requirements of the ISO 14001 |
| 1.2 |
General provisions of the standard: – Structure of the standard – PDCA – Terminology |
| 1.3 |
Organization context: – Understanding the organization and its context, examples – Understanding the needs and expectations of stakeholders, examples – Determining the scope of application of the EMS – EMS and its processes |
| 1.4 |
Leadership: – Leadership and obligations – Environmental policy, example – Functions, responsibilities, and authorities |
|
1.5
|
Planning: – Actions on risks and opportunities, examples – Environmental goals, example |
| 1.6 |
Provision (resources): – Resources – Competence – Awareness – Exchange of information – Documented information: creating and updating, managing documented information |
| 1.7 |
Functioning: – Production planning and management – Preparedness and response to emergencies |
| 1.8 |
Activity result evaluation: – Monitoring, measurement, review and evaluation – Internal audit – Review by management |
| 1.9 |
Improvement: – General provisions – Inconsistencies and corrective actions – Continuous improvements |
Module 2. Detailed content
|
2.1 |
Introduction: – Audit definition – Classification of audits – Audit criteria – History of the standard |
|
2.2 |
General provisions of the standard: – Structure of the standard – Scope of application of the standard – Terminology – Principles – Auditor code of ethics |
|
2.3 |
Audit program management (AP): – PDCA – General provisions – Diagram of the AP control process – AP Planning – Identification and assessment of risks and opportunities – Person in charge of the AP – Determining the scope of the AP – AP Resources – AP Execution – Determination of objectives, scope, and criteria for a specific audit – Selection and determination of audit methods – Selection of audit team members – AP records management – AP Monitoring – Reviewing and improving the AP – Unscheduled audits |
|
2.4 |
Carrying out an audit: – Audit initiation – Preparation for an audit, an example of the Audit Plan. – Distribution of tasks in an audit team – Preparation of working documents, an example of a Checklist – Opening meeting – Exchange of information during audit – Collection and verification of information: examples of questions, spot check – Preparation of an Audit Report – Preparation of audit conclusions, example of a Statement of Nonconformities – Final meeting – Preparation and distribution of an Audit Report |
|
2.5 |
Competence of auditors: – Competence assessment stages – Personal qualities – General knowledge and skills – General competence of an audit team leader – Support and improvement of the competence of an auditor |