This briefing provides a short introduction to ISO 14001.
The aim of this Safety Briefing - ISO 14001 is to provide some background to the international environmental standard. Employee awareness is essential where a company has certification or is working towards it.
The five elements of an environmental management system are: (1) policy; (2) planning; (3) implementation and operation; (4) checking; and (5) review.
As described, there are reputational benefits to certification. The environmental management system may also achieve reduced waste, less risk of environmental harm and increased profitability.
Attendees must take note of the following key points: