EMS - Lead Auditor

 

This BSI 4-day competency-based course teaches the principles and practices of effective environmental management systems and process audits in accordance with the ISO 14000 series of standards and ISO 19011:2002, “Guidelines for Quality and/or Environmental Management Systems Auditing.” Experienced instructors guide students through the entire audit process, from managing an audit program to reporting on audit results. Students gain necessary auditing skills through a balance of formal classroom tutorials, practical role-playing, group workshops, and open forum discussions.

This course comprises the following three RABQSA TPECS Competency Units whose outcomes are certified by RABQSA:

  • EM – Environmental Management Systems

  • AU – Management Systems Auditing

  • TL – Leading Management Systems Audit Teams

Attendees successfully completing this course receive a Certificate of Attainment for each of the RABQSA Competency Units listed above.

Materials
Students receive comprehensive course manuals with reference materials.

Class Schedule

Date

Location

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2010

08/02 - 08/05

Baltimore, MD

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08/09 - 08/12

Los Angeles, CA

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08/09 - 08/12

Oshkosh, WI

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08/30 - 09/02

Cleveland, OH

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09/13 - 09/16

Dallas, TX

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09/20 - 09/23

Portland, OR

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09/27 - 09/30

St. Louis, MO

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10/04 - 10/07

San Jose, CA

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10/25 - 10/28

Reston, VA

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11/08 - 11/11

San Diego, CA

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11/15 - 11/18

Newark, NJ

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11/29 - 12/02

Chicago, IL

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12/13 - 12/16

Orlando, FL

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Objectives

  • Understand Definitions, Concepts, and Guidelines
  • Understand the Purpose of the ISO 14000 Series
  • Understand the Requirements of ISO 14001:2004
  • Identify Aspects and Impacts
  • Manage an Audit Program
  • Initiate the Audit and Conducting Opening Meetings
  • Understand Auditor Responsibilities
  • Conduct On-site Activities
  • Understand the Environmental Legislation
  • Communicate Effectively during the Audit
  • Generate Audit Findings
  • Prepare Audit Conclusions
  • Conduct Closing meetings
  • Reporting Audit Results
  • Conduct an Audit Follow-up
  • Understand the Registration Process

Audience

  • Individuals interested in conducting 1st, 2nd, or 3rd party audits
  • Environmental Management Representatives
  • Quality Directors
  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Health, Safety, and Environmental Managers
  • Cross functional team members of an implementation project

Prerequisite
A prior review of the ISO 14001:2004 standard and internal audit experience are recommended for this course.

Duration
The course is taught as a four day class.

Logistics
There are open-book written tests on each of the competency units in turn on Days 2, 3 and 4.  Detailed exam instructions will be provided.  Certificates of Attainment in each competency unit will be provided for students who are deemed “Competent” for each competency unit. Certificates of attendance are provided to those who do not pass the competency test(s), and students will be given the opportunity to retake the test(s). 

Class Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Fee
The course fee is $1795 per student. To confirm your enrollment, pre-payment will be required.

Early Bird Discount
If you pay at least 60 days in advance, you will receive a $100 discount, reducing the fee to $1695.

Group Discount
If you enroll three students, the fourth student is free, which equates to 25% off each enrollment.

Contact
If you have any questions about this course, please call us at 770-517-7944 or send an e-mail to Larry@WhittingtonAssociates.com.

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