Basic Environmental Management Course

Understand, Apply and Improve Your Organisation’s Environmental Performance

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ISO 14001:2015 has recently been replaced by ISO 14001:2026 (April 2026). This course is based on ISO 14001:2026 and will address the changes to the standard.
This revision was a moderate evolution of ISO 14001, rather than a fundamental redesign.
Organisations will have three years from the publication of ISO 14001:2026 to transition their environmental management systems to the revised standard.
SQT can provide detailed guidance and training on transition to this new version.

This one-day training course provides a structured overview of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) standard. It is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and confidence to understand the core requirements of ISO 14001 and explore how these can be applied within their own organisation.

Through practical examples and real-world insights, this course supports organisations that wish to implement an effective EMS or simply improve environmental performance without seeking formal certification. It is ideal for those committed to sustainability and operational efficiency.

This course offers learners a clear and practical overview of ISO 14001 requirements and how to interpret them in the context of their organisation. Topics include:

Introduction to environmental management principles
Requirements of ISO 14001 and EMAS Regulation
Initial Environmental Review (IER)
Defining the scope of an EMS
Environmental policy development
Identifying environmental aspects and impacts
Setting objectives and targets
Operational control
Competence, awareness and communication
EMS audit and review
Environmental legislation and compliance evaluation
Comparison and requirements of standards
Role of third party auditors/certification bodies

The course is interactive and designed to encourage active engagement. It can also be tailored to reflect the specific context, priorities and challenges of any organisation, ensuring direct relevance and meaningful outcomes.

This programme is ideal for individuals involved in designing, developing, or supporting an Environmental Management System (EMS), or those wishing to reduce their organisation’s environmental footprint. It is suitable for:

Environmental officers and coordinators
Health & safety, quality, or compliance personnel
Line managers and team leads with operational responsibility
Sustainability professionals and advisors

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Describe the purpose and structure of an Environmental Management System (EMS)
Explain the key requirements of ISO 14001
Identify and assess significant environmental aspects and impacts
Set meaningful environmental objectives and plans to achieve them
Understand environmental planning and control
Describe key elements of EMS audits and management review
Recognise the importance of relevant EU and Irish environmental legislation

Learners will leave with practical insights to enhance their organisation’s environmental performance.

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Our training approach is highly interactive, practical and tailored to ensure learners gain real-world competence.

Pre-training consultation for in-company courses to customise delivery
Access to comprehensive course materials
Expert tutor support during and after training
Available as Public Virtual Training or tailored In-Company delivery
Class sizes are limited to approximately 12-15 to support personalised learning

Learners are supported every step of the way to ensure lasting value and application.

This course provides a strong foundation in Environmental Management. Learners may progress to:

ISO 14001 Internal Auditor
ISO 14001 Implementation
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
Integrated Management Systems (IMS) training
Environmental Legislation workshops

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Course Code

EE015

Duration

1 training day

Public Price

Virtual Training: €425

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by Classroom, Virtual Training, or In-Company training

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