This three hour eLearning course is designed to provide a working understanding of the requirements for environmental management systems outlined in ISO 14001. Throughout the course the ISO 14001 standard is explained clause-by-clause. Examples from various industries are included to help illustrate and explain individual clauses and concepts. The course also explains the revisions and differences between the ISO 14001:1996 and ISO 14001:2004 standard. As part of the course materials, students can also download a comparison document that outlines the updates between the two versions of the ISO 14001 standard.
The course is divided into the following seven sections:
- Introduction to the Course
- The Basics of ISO 14001:2004
- 4.2 Environmental Policy
- 4.3 Planning
- 4.4 Implementation and Operation
- 4.5 Checking
- 4.6 Management Review
The course includes interactive graphics, animations, and a 10-question quiz designed to test students’ knowledge of ISO 14001.
Learning objectives
- Understand the context of ISO 14001
- Understand aspect and impact identification
- Understand the clauses of the ISO 14001: standard
- Learn how ISO 19011:2002 applies to ISO 14001
Who should attend
- Professionals who wish to learn about the ISO 14001 standard
Prerequisite
It is recommended that students purchase a copy of ISO 14001:2004 to have accessible while they take the course. You may purchase a copy online from BSI.
System requirements
Minimum system requirements include:
- Any Internet-accessible computer with at least Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or Netscape 5
- 28K or faster Internet connection
- Macromedia Flash Player 7
Note: the course will automatically detect if you have Macromedia Flash Player 7 installed. If you do not have the Flash Player, the course will allow you to download and install the software for free.
