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Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce

IntroductionThe IEMA Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course is a one-day awareness course developed to upskill all workers with an elemental understanding of environmental sustainability principles. Relevant to any job role across all sectors this course will help to embed environmental cultural change into an organisation. Those businesses seeking to refresh environmental management within their business and looking for true value from ISO 14001, achieve their environmental goals and actively change their culture will value the support this course delivers. The course covers the main environmental risks and opportunities facing organisations; the importance of resource efficiency; the impacts of pollution, prevention, control and legislation; the impact of transport; and knowing how employees can support environmental sustainability.Duration1 Day, 08.30 – 16.45Who should attend?This course is ideally suited for those working in any job role across all sectors and has no formal entry requirements. It is benchmarked against the Level 2 RQF descriptors. This is an ideal course for those developing into the role of, or existing, designated environmental champions in the workforce.Course objectivesThis course will equip delegates with an understanding of some of the key concepts of sustainability in business and will develop relevant skills to be able to support sustainable development within their own business.Course content Develop an understanding of the main environmental and economic risks and opportunities Develop an understanding of compliance obligations and business drivers for change Develop an understanding of the main potential impacts on environment and sustainability Develop an understanding of how to improve environmental performance What are the benefitsAttendance will enable delegates to: Understand the key concepts and benefits of a sustainable business Support the application and development of sustainability in their own business Be able to promote, build and support sustainability within their business In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to more closely match your specific requirementsStyle of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have substantial experience in the field of environmental management systems. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationThe assessment for Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce consists of an online 20 question multiple-choice test. The test is completed through the IEMA assessment portal and candidates are sent a link upon registration to the assessment. Delegates successfully taking the course and passing the course assessment will be awarded an IEMA Sustainable Skills for the Workforce certificate.

£295.00 ex vat
Understand & Manage your Carbon Footprint

IntroductionThis intensive one-day course is designed to equip delegates with an appreciation and understanding of the basics of carbon footprints and carbon accounting, how to calculate their own company footprint and how to simply manage and reduce the size of their carbon footprint. Larger businesses are legally required to calculate their carbon footprint for the carbon emissions they are directly responsible for (Scope 1) and the emissions the electricity supplied (Scope 2). Scope 3 emissions is the largest potential category for many businesses and includes the supply chain which to date has been voluntary to calculate. Many large businesses are focusing their NetZero approach to include Scope 3 emissions so companies are now asking all of the businesses they deal with to supply data on their own carbon emissions. If you are part of a supply chain for a larger business and are being asked information on your own carbon footprint then this is the course to help you.Duration1 Day, 09.00 - 17.00Who should attend?This course is recommended for individuals who are responsible for understanding and reliably calculating their company’s carbon footprint, for business owners who need to understand about carbon footprints and respond to their customer needs. It is also suitable for environmental managers given this responsibility or anyone who needs to increase their specific knowledge of this topic such as those who are involved in managing the supply chain (e.g., Procurement) and for Directors who find carbon accountable is now part of their remit.Course objectivesThis course aims to provide an understanding of terminology and definitions linked to carbon management. This course is an intensive workshop that focuses on the practical skills required to create a carbon footprint report and begin their route to NetZero.Course content Understand carbon emissions terminology Understand what a carbon footprint is and be familiar with the Greenhouse Gas Accounting Protocol Measure your business carbon footprint Create a carbon reduction plan Carbon reduction technology options What are the benefitsOn successful completion, delegates will have improved their knowledge of carbon management and be able to start to develop a NetZero plan for their business and be able to talk knowledgeably with their stakeholders including their customers and supply chain.In-House CoursesThis course is also available on an in-house basis which can allow courses to be modified to more closely match your specific business requirements. The course can be delivered either virtually or face-to-face. Please contact us for further information.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have substantial experience in carbon and energy management. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including power distribution, manufacturing, engineering, finance, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationAll delegates will be awarded a certificate verifying attendance and completion of the course.

£295.00 ex vat
Introduction to Energy Management

IntroductionThis one-day course is designed to give delegates an introduction to energy management principles and practical skills which can be applied in a business setting. This course also provides energy technology options which could be available for your business to implement, for example solar or heat pumps. As the drive to reduce carbon emissions increases and with energy costs rising dramatically for businesses, ignoring energy management principles could mean spending more money on energy than your competitors and more than what is necessary to continue with your business operations. This course is designed to start your business along the path of understanding energy management principles and reducing energy usage leading to reduced costs.Duration1 Day, 09.00 - 17.00Who should attend?This course does not require any prior knowledge and is intended to give an introduction to energy management for non-energy managers or non-specialists in this field. It is recommended for individuals who have been given responsibilities for energy management as part of their current role, or are taking on this responsibility on behalf of their business. It is also suitable for managers who have been asked to participate in energy reduction in their business, as well as senior managers and directors seeking further knowledge on this increasingly important subject.Course objectivesThis course aims to provide an introduction to energy management for business so that delegates understand the fundamentals of energy use, are able to consider some practical options for energy solutions and introduce them to the basics of energy managementCourse content What is Energy Management? What is Energy and how is it delivered? Energy Bills and Commercial Contracts Energy and Carbon Policy Energy Technology and Application Energy Management Process What are the benefitsOn successful completion, delegates will have improved their knowledge of energy management. They will be able to develop a basic energy strategy and policy and be able to understand some options for reducing energy in their business which should lead to overall cost reductions for energy use.In-House CoursesThis course is also available on an in-house basis which can allow courses to be modified to more closely match your specific business requirements. The course can be delivered either virtually or face-to-face. Please contact us for further information.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have substantial experience in carbon and energy management. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including power distribution, manufacturing, engineering, finance, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationAll delegates will be awarded a certificate verifying attendance and completion of the course.

£295.00 ex vat
Practical Waste Management & Waste Minimisation

IntroductionWith a minefield of legislation on waste, rising waste costs and customer and other stakeholders demanding improvements on environmental performance, this course is part of the environmental sustainability suite of training courses designed to help organisations support their environmental sustainability goals. The course is designed to improve compliance and encourage a culture of more sustainable waste and resource management, however most importantly it will help to reduce your company or organisation’s waste costs. Every organisation has a different way of dealing with their waste based on the type and amount that is produced.  This course is aimed at delegates whose role deals predominantly with the management of wastes within their business and whose decisions have the ability to influence a significant level of change within company policy and routine.Duration1 Day, 09.00 – 17.00Who should attend?All those with responsibility for ensuring waste management is dealt with in a legally proper manner and those who are seeking to improve their understanding of the legislation in place on waste.  It is also useful for those who are trying to improve their company waste management.  Those who are trying to establish waste minimisation initiatives, perhaps as part of their sustainability goals or in companies with ISO 14001 as part of their continual improvement programme.Course objectivesCourse content·        Waste as a resource·        How to demonstrate improvements·        What is waste?·        Managing resources and waste in the workplace·        Legislation and ensuring compliance·        Understanding and applying the waste hierarchy·        Completing waste documentation·        The cost of managing waste·        How to identify opportunities for waste minimisation in the workplace·        How to manage a successful waste minimisation working groupWhat are the benefitsBenefits include:·        The knowledge to help you identify improvements in resource and waste management·        The understanding of where and how to make those improvements·        The skills to implement those improvements and demonstrate their impact to othersIn-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course tutors are approved training providers, approved by BRCGS, IRCA, RSPH and IEMA. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical knowledge across a wide range of sectors including food manufacturing, catering and retail.CertificationAll delegates will be awarded a certificate verifying attendance and completion of the course.

£425.00 ex vat
ISO 14001:2015 Foundation

IntroductionA one-day awareness course designed to provide attendees with an introduction to environmental management systems based on the requirements of the ISO 14001:2015 standard and how this standard can be used to develop and improve an environmental management system. In the past, some companies may have seen environmental management as a luxury that they could ill afford but things are changing. Legislation designed to protect the environment has steadily increased and many customers use environmental performance as a key selection criteria when awarding contracts. This means that a systematic approach to environmental management can often make good commercial and financial sense.Duration1 Day, 08.30-16.45Who should attend?Decision-makers and managers at all levels, need to understand the fundamentals and practical implementation requirements of an effective Environmental Management System (EMS). Environmental Managers or those with responsibility for maintaining an existing EMS to a recognised standard will also find this course very useful. Also useful to anyone who needs an introduction to environmental management or those wishing to attend the registered 2-day auditor course without prior experience of environmental management systems.Course objectivesThis course will equip delegates with an understanding of the development and application of environmental management techniques and how the ISO 14001:2015 standard is interpreted and implemented. On completion of the course we expect delegates to be able to: Describe the purpose of an environmental management system Explain the purpose, content and interrelationships of ISO 14001, ISO 14004, and EMAS Interpret the specific requirements of ISO 14001 in the context of an effectively implemented environmental management system Course content Benefits of an effective EMS to businesses Essential environmental terminology and familiarisation with ISO 14001 definitions Purpose and intent of an environmental management system Environmental issues and how to assess and determine environmental aspects and impacts Understanding organizational context and a risk-based approach Summary of key environmental legislation and relevance of legislation to an EMS Structure and key requirements of ISO 14001 Setting environmental objectives Continual improvement process for an EMS Monitoring, measurement and analysis What are the benefitsAttendance will enable delegates to: Decide how best to develop the Environmental Management Systems of their organisation and avoid common problems Add to their environmental management career credentials Understand the relevance of environmental standards to their organisation Improve environmental decision-making Demonstrate the competitive benefits of environmental management standards to their own and other organisations In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have extensive experience in Management across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations including Local, National and International Government. This wide experience enables them to make the course more interesting by using their relevant examples and case studies during workshop discussions. Our team of staff has extensive experience of working across cultural boundaries, through their work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training accredited certificate. (2353).

£495.00 ex vat
Environmental Legislation Awareness

IntroductionThis intensive one-day course is designed to equip delegates with an appreciation and understanding of the legislative structure across the UK, key areas of environmental legislation and regulations and how these are typically enforced. No company or organisation can afford to neglect the law, but many companies still do not realise the full extent of their obligations under environmental legislation. Lack of knowledge is no protection for either a company or an individual. This course is essential for those companies who are in the process of setting up an ISO 14001 or EMAS certified environmental management system and needing to build a Legal Register and need some guidance.Duration1 Day, 09.00 – 16.30Who should attend?This course is recommended for individuals with key environmental management responsibilities, particularly those seeking or maintaining certification against the ISO 14001 standard. It is also suitable for senior managers and directors and environmental auditors, in fact anyone seeking to increase their environmental legislative knowledge.Course objectivesThis course aims to provide an understanding of environmental legislation and the enforcement process for business.Course content Principles of environmental legislation European and International influences on Environmental Law The Environmental Protection Act and an overview of key legal instruments covering: Pollution Prevention and Control Air Quality Noise and nuisance Waste Management Producer Responsibility – packaging, WEEE Water Pollution Oil storage Contaminated Land Wildlife & Countryside What are the benefitsOn successful completion, delegates will have improved their knowledge of environmental legislation and requirements, improved confidence in the extent of compliance of their own systems and be able to identify any current weaknesses in their management of environmental legislation.In-House CoursesStyle of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have substantial experience in the field of environmental management and pollution control. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationAll delegates will be awarded a certificate verifying attendance and completion of the course.

£495.00 ex vat
ISO 45001:2018 Foundation

IntroductionThis one-day CQI and IRCA certified training course is for those wanting an introduction to the new international occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS) standard ISO 45001:2018 and to understand how it can be used to develop, maintain and improve your health and safety performance. Knowledge and understanding of ISO 45001:2018 is more than simply reading the standard’s text. It demands an understanding of the requirements and a considered application of the standard to the organisation. After this course, you will have sufficient insight to be able to evaluate your own organisation’s arrangements and identify how they can be improved.Duration1 Day, 08:30 – 17:00Who should attend?This course is designed for those needing an introduction to OHSMS and is a pre-requisite for those wishing to attend the CQI and IRCA certified OHSMS Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor course. It is ideal for managers, supervisors, health and safety representatives, OH&S consultants and those with health and safety management responsibilities or anyone wishing to understand the impact and relevance of ISO 45001:2018 to their organisations.Course objectivesThis course will equip delegates with an understanding of the development and application of OHSMS techniques and how the ISO 45001:2018 standard is interpreted and implemented. On completion of the course delegates will be able to: Understand the purpose and business benefits of an OHSMS Outline the structure and content of ISO 45001 and its relationship with Annex SL Interpret the requirements of ISO 45001 in the context of an effective OHSMS Course content Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) – introduction and key OHS concepts OHSMS based on ISO 45001:2018 including the Process Approach Key ISO 45001 requirements Organisational context OH&S Policy and Planning Risks and opportunities to the OHSMS Hazard identification and elimination and controls, operation, performance evaluation and improvement ISO 45001:2018 requirements including; worker needs, interests and participation as well as interested parties Continual improvement of an OHSMS What are the benefitsAttendance will enable delegates to: Decide how best to develop the OHSMS of their organisation and avoid common problems Add to their occupational health and safety management career credentials Understand the relevance of OHSMS standards to their organisation Improve OHS decision-making Demonstrate the competitive benefits of OHSMS standards to their own and other organisations In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have extensive experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations including Local, National and International Government. This wide experience enables them to make the course more interesting by using their relevant examples and case studies during workshop discussions. Our team of staff has extensive experience of working across cultural boundaries, through their work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.Certification Delegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training accredited certificate. (2336).  

£495.00 ex vat
ISO 9001:2015 Foundation

IntroductionA one-day CQI and IRCA Certified training awareness programme for those requiring an introduction to the ISO 9001:2015 standard and how it can be used to develop and improve quality management systems. This foundation course gives an introduction to the most widely used standard for Quality Management in the world. Creation of a successful quality system relies on more than reading the text in the standard; it demands an understanding of requirements and a considered application of the standard to the organisation. This course will provide delegates with an insight into the important world of quality standards, their development and the certification process.Duration1 Day, 09.00 – 17.00Who should attend?Specially designed for managers, supervisors, those with potential quality roles or anyone wishing to understand and assess the impact and relevance of quality management to their organisations. Also useful to anyone who needs an introduction to quality assurance or those wishing to attend the CQI and IRCA Certified training 2-day auditor course without prior experience of quality systems.Course objectivesThis course will equip delegates with an understanding of the development and application of Quality Management techniques and how the ISO 9001:2015 standard is interpreted and implemented. On completion of the course we expect delegates to be able to: Describe the purpose of a quality management system with relevance to the 7 principles of quality management Explain the purpose, content and interrelationships of ISO 9000, ISO 9001, and ISO 9004 Interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 in the context of an effectively implemented business management system Course content Background to Quality Assurance Setting quality objectives The ISO 9001:2015 series standards Measurement and analysis Process Approach Continual improvement The 7 quality management principles Organisational Context ISO 9001 clause requirements Risk based thinking What are the benefitsAttendance will enable delegates to: Decide how best to develop the Quality Management Systems of their organisation Add to their quality management career credentials Understand the relevance of quality standards to their organisation Be able to set quality objectives. Demonstrate the competitive benefits of quality standards to their own and other organisations In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have extensive experience in Quality Management across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations including Local, National and International Government. This wide experience enables them to make the course more interesting by using their relevant examples and case studies during workshop discussions. Our team of staff has extensive experience of working across cultural boundaries, through their work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.Certification Delegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training accredited certificate. (2350).

£495.00 ex vat
Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers

IntroductionThis two-day IEMA certified Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers is designed to provide supervisors and managers with a strategic and operational overview of environmental sustainability as it affects their specific industry and work area. This course is invaluable in giving managers at all levels the confidence to get involved in, and fully engage in your organisation’s environmental sustainability challenges.  Topics covered include: the understanding of the strategic opportunities and constraints that environmental sustainability presents organisations the importance of resource efficiency the impact of environmental sustainability across the value chain the impacts of pollution, prevention, control and environmental legislation in organisations how employees support environmental sustainability. Duration2 Days, 08.30 – 16.45Who should attend?This course is ideally suited for supervisors and managers across all sectors and has no formal entry requirements.Course objectivesThis course will equip delegates with knowledge of the key concepts and building blocks of sustainability in business and develop relevant skills to be able to apply sustainable development within their own business.Course content Understand the main environmental and economic risks and opportunities Understand compliance obligations and business drivers for change Understand the main potential impacts on environment and sustainability Understand how to improve environmental performance How to evaluate drivers for change and barriers Understand baselines data to monitor and improve performance How to apply knowledge of environmental sustainability across the value chain How to demonstrate the importance of implementing resource efficiency How to demonstrate how employees can improve environmental performance What are the benefitsAttendance will enable delegates to: Decide how best to apply and develop sustainability in their own business Add to their environmental management career credentials Be able to build and support sustainability within their business Improve environmental decision-making Discuss confidently the benefits of a sustainable business with others within their business and to their stakeholders In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to more closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have substantial experience in the field of environmental management systems. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationThe assessment for Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers consists of an online 20 question multiple-choice test. The test is completed through the IEMA assessment portal and candidates are sent a link upon registration to the assessment. Delegates successfully taking the course and passing the course assessment will be awarded an IEMA issued certificate.

£545.00 ex vat
IOSH Managing Safely

IntroductionThis three-day IOSH Managing Safely course is a risk management course designed to provide supervisors and managers with a step-by-step approach to managing health and safety and supporting their staff. This course is invaluable in giving managers at all levels the confidence to understand and apply knowledge, understand their responsibilities and be a force for cultural change in the workplace.  Managers and supervisors will learn how to perform OHS risk assessment and control OHS risk and understand and perform incident investigations. It ensures managers understand their role and responsibilities for driving occupational health and safety standards in their organisation and can assess and measure their own performance.Duration3 days, 8.30-17.00Who should attend?This course is ideally suited for supervisors and managers across all sectors and has no formal entry requirements.Course objectivesThis course will equip delegates with knowledge of the key concepts and building blocks of occupational health and safety in the workplace and develop skills and tools to improve and drive health and safety culture within their own business.Course content Introducing managing safely Assessing risks Controlling risks Understanding responsibilities Understanding hazards Investigating incidents Measuring performance What are the benefitsAttendance will enable delegates to: Be able to assess and control risks and hazards Understand their responsibilities for safety and health Be able to investigate incidents and contribute to investigation teams Be able to reflect and measure their own performance Be able to consider and reflect on good practice In-House CoursesCourses can be adapted to closely match your own organisational specific requirements including flexibility in course delivery.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersThe public version of this course is currently delivered remotely on Zoom. Our course leaders have extensive experience in occupational health and safety management systems across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations and both in Local and National government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationThe assessment for the IOSH Managing Safely course comprises 30 multiple-choice and short answer questions and a post course short practical assignment (completing a workplace risk assessment). Delegates successfully taking the course and passing the course assessment will be awarded an IOSH Managing Safely issued certificate.

£545.00 ex vat
BRCGS Internal Auditor

IntroductionThe course is delivered through a mixture of a workshop led discussions, practical activities and PowerPoint presentations. On day two delegates are required to undertake a live audit (case study based) where delegates are required to apply the skills and techniques they acquired on day one. Delegates will be given feedback on how they performed during the case study and how they can improve on their auditing techniques.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.00 each dayWho should attend?This course is designed for Quality and Technical Managers, personnel responsible for managing internal auditing schedules and personnel responsible for undertaking internal audits as required by BRCGS Standards.Course objectivesThis course explains the need for an Internal Audit System, the principles and terminology relating to Internal Audits and describes the principles of Internal Auditing.Course content Audit Processes Auditing Overview Auditing Concepts Audit Planning Auditor Attributes The Human Aspects of Auditing Conducting the Audit Reporting the Audit What are the benefitsOn successful completion, delegates will have an improved understanding of auditing concepts and have improved auditing skills. Delegates will also be able to identify any current weaknesses in their Internal Audit Systems and upgrade these appropriately.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course tutors are qualified and experienced with extensive practical audit experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing and retail.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the course and assignment will be awarded a BRCGS certificate issued by the BRCGS.

£625.00 ex vat
Highfields Level 3 Award in HACCP for Manufacturing (RQF)

IntroductionThe principals of HACCP qualification is aimed at those responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of HACCP systems in a food manufacturing environment and food businesses, i.e. managers and supervisors.After the completion of the course, the holders of this qualification will have the appropriate knowledge and understanding to be an integral part of hazard analysis and critical control point team and to supervise the implementation of a HACCP based system in the work environment.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.00Who should attend?This qualification is aimed at those responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of HACCP systems in a food manufacturing environment.Course objectivesThe objective of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge necessary to be an integral part of a HACCP team in manufacturing and other related industries, for example those involved in distribution and storage. The qualification is primarily aimed at learners who are already working in food manufacturing with knowledge of food hazards and controls. However, it will also be of benefit to caterers and retailers.Course content Determining Critical limits HACCP Monitoring Corrective actions Verification and validation HACCP Documentation HACCP Review Determining Critical control Points Introduction to HACCP Prerequisite programs Describing the product Intended use of products Process flow diagrams Hazard analysis What are the benefitsOn successful completion, delegates will have a good awareness of HACCP legislation and principles and will: Understand the importance of HACCP based food safety management procedures Understand the preliminary processes for HACCP based procedures Understand how to develop and implement HACCP based food safety management procedures Understand how to verify HACCP based procedures In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course tutors have substantial experience in the understanding of HACCP and related legislation. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical knowledge across a wide range of sectors in manufacturing, catering and retail.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the Highfield Level 3 HACCP Award in Food Manufacturing (RQF) course and examination will be awarded a Highfield Qualifications certificate. Qualification Number: 603/2231/7 The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual. It is also suitable for delivery in Wales and is regulated by Qualifications Wales.

£625.00 ex vat
Design & Build an EMS

IntroductionBuild the practical skills and knowledge you need to develop an Environmental Management System (EMS) with this training course. Discover the actions, tools and techniques required to implement or improve an inherited EMS, including procedural and process information.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.00Who should attend? People involved in planning and/or coordinating the implementation process for a system addressing environmental issues People who have been assigned the task of establishing or inheriting an EMS Decision-makers in the implementation process Those wanting to understand the implementation process Course objectives Identify environmental aspects and impacts that create the baseline from which an EMS is created and developed Recognise cultural change and management issues, which play a role in the implementation process Establish the initial steps to be taken in developing an EMS Develop skills in the preparation of written procedures and required documentation Recognise the appropriate resources and capabilities necessary for maintaining an EMS Course content What is an EMS How to Implement & Improve an EMS The ISO 14001 model and an ISO 14001:2015 Standard Revision Overview Developing an Environmental policy Common features of an EMS Identifying environmental risks Managing environmental improvement actions Operational controls and emergency planning Training & communication Developing and maintaining EMS documentation Monitoring, measuring and reporting Auditing and management review Cultural change and implementation Maintaining an EMS to achieve continual improvement What are the benefitsThis course offers valuable, practical knowledge and skills essential to design , implement and manage an efficient environmental management system.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have extensive experience in Management Systems across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations including Local, National and International Government. This wide experience enables them to make the course more interesting by using their relevant examples and case studies during workshop discussions. Our team of staff has extensive experience of working across cultural boundaries, through their work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationDelegates will receive a Certificate of Attainment

£745.00 ex vat
Design & Build a QMS

IntroductionThis 2-day course is designed to equip delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to create your own Quality Management System (QMS). Discover the actions, tools and techniques required to design, implement or improve a QMS including procedural and process information.Duration2 Days, 9.00 – 17.00Who should attend?Typically professionals who: Manage compliance obligations including statutory and regulatory requirements Are responsible for processes within an organisation Manage documentation and records keeping programs and systems Manage or oversee supplier and contractor quality-related performance Manage compliance or quality-related conformance audit programs Conduct strategic management reviews of quality-related performance outcomes Manage or oversee issue resolution relating to product, service or process quality Manage or overview improvement initiatives to enhance some aspect of quality Course objectivesLearn how to bring the necessary discipline and control to your operations with strategies to identify problems, assign resources and evaluate and improve the effectiveness of your system.Course content Understanding the elements of a QMS Establish the scope and purpose of a QMS based on stakeholder needs and expectations Design a QMS framework incorporating process management tools and techniques Undertake GAP analysis and document processes incorporating operational controls Implement or improve a QMS framework using training, communication and performance monitoring tools and techniques Evaluate performance results and implement improvements What are the benefitsAs a contributor to Continuous Personal Development, this course offers valuable day to day knowledge and skills essential to an efficient quality management system.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have extensive experience in Quality Management across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations including Local, National and International Government. This wide experience enables them to make the course more interesting by using their relevant examples and case studies during workshop discussions. Our team of staff has extensive experience of working across cultural boundaries, through their work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the course will be awarded an iqms Learning certificate of Attainment

£745.00 ex vat
Design & Build an OHSMS

IntroductionBuild the practical skills and knowledge you need to develop an Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS) with this training course. Discover the actions, tools and techniques required to design, build and implement your OHSMS, including procedural and process information.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.00Who should attend? People involved in planning and/or coordinating the design and implementation process for a system addressing occupational Health and Safety issues People who have been assigned the task of establishing or inheriting an OHSMS Decision makers in the implementation process Those wanting to understand the implementation process Course objectives Identify operational context that creates the baseline from which an OHSMS is created and developed Recognise cultural change and management issues, which play a role in the implementation process Establish the initial steps to be taken in developing an OHSMS Develop skills in the preparation of written procedures and required documentation Recognise the appropriate resources and capabilities necessary for maintaining an OHSMS Course content What is an OHSMS How to Implement & Improve an OHSMS The ISO 45001 model and an ISO 45001:2018 Standard Revision Overview Developing a Health & Safety policy Common features of an OHSMS Identifying Health & Safety risks Managing improvement actions Operational controls and emergency planning Training & communication Developing and maintaining OHSMS documentation Monitoring, measuring and reporting Auditing and management review Cultural change and implementation Maintaining an OHSMS to achieve continual improvement What are the benefitsThis course offers the practical and valuable knowledge and skills essential to design, implement and effectively use a Health and Safety management system.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have extensive experience in Management Systems across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and professional organisations including Local, National and International Government. This wide experience enables them to make the course more interesting by using their relevant examples and case studies during workshop discussions. Our team of staff has extensive experience of working across cultural boundaries, through their work in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationAll delegates will be awarded a certificate verifying attendance and completion of the course.

£745.00 ex vat
ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor

IntroductionThis highly interactive two-day CQI and IRCA Certified training programme is designed for those people who require a sound understanding of the techniques and principles of quality auditing. It also covers the role of the internal auditor in the development and improvement of an effective quality management system. The role of the internal quality auditor is changing. It is no longer enough that internal audits check procedural conformance, but auditors now need to be able to audit processes with emphasis on risk. Delegates will also become more aware that they play a key role in the development and improvement of working practices across the organisation. This course focuses delegates on the most important attributes of a modern and effective quality management system and helps them to understand the role of the auditor in its development and continual improvement. It introduces delegates to the ISO 9000 series standard and the 7 quality management principles that underpin them.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17:10 (Day 1) 08.45 – 17:15 (Day 2)Who should attend?This course is essential for those who will undertake internal quality audits, or who will be required to plan, manage and implement internal audit programmes. Other people who find this course useful are team leaders and supervisors in quality-driven organisations, who are looking to broaden their awareness of quality issues in order to understand how they can improve their overall contribution to the success of the business. The course does not require any past auditing or quality management experience.Course objectivesTo enable those attending to plan, perform and report the results of internal quality audits with the aim of developing and improving the quality management system of an organisation. To help delegates understand the key attributes of an efficient and effective quality management system and the role of the internal auditor in its continual improvement and development. This course will equip delegates with an understanding of the development and application of Quality Management techniques and how the ISO 9001:2015 standard is interpreted and implemented.Course content Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology and other fundamental quality management principles Business process auditing Risk based thinking Quality Internal Auditor The structure and principles of the ISO 9000 series standards An overview of ISO 9001 Quality management system implementation issues Effective auditing techniques and good audit practice What are the benefitsThis course, combined with a CQI and IRCA certified ISO 9001:2015 Foundation course, satisfies the formal training requirements for those wishing to register with CQI and IRCA certified training as an Internal Quality Auditor. Successful delegates will be equipped with the technical skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report internal quality audits. Delegates also find the interactive nature of the course, its challenging content and extensive use of team-based exercises stimulating and surprisingly enjoyableIn-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have an unrivalled quality management systems design and improvement experience. They are qualified and experienced auditors with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the AmericasCertificationDelegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training accredited certificate. (2351)   If you're looking for the ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor course, please click here

£795.00 ex vat
ISO 14001:2015 Internal Auditor

IntroductionThis interactive CQI and IRCA Certified two-day training programme aims to help delegates to understand and apply the principles and techniques that are required for conducting effective environmental audits. A good system of auditing is one of the most effective methods of ensuring that the Environmental Management System (EMS) continues to meet its objectives and for control and for identifying improvements. Auditors need to be sufficiently competent in order to evaluate the EMS effectively if the organisation is to achieve the full benefit from its EMS and have confidence that it is achieving its objectives. This IRCA registered course focuses delegates on the most important attributes of a modern and effective environmental management system and helps them to understand the role of the auditor in its development and continual improvement. It introduces delegates to business environmental issues and relevant legislative issues. The course is based on auditing with the ISO 14001:2015 standard.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.10 (day 1) 08.45 – 17.15 (day 2)Who should attend?This course is essential for those who will undertake internal environmental audits, or who will be required manage and implement internal audit programmes. Other people who find this course useful are team leaders and supervisors with EMS, who are looking to broaden their awareness of environmental issues in order to understand how they can improve their overall contribution to the success of the business. The course does not require any past auditing or environmental management system experience.Course objectivesTo enable delegates to effectively plan, perform, evaluate and report the results of internal environmental audits with confidence. To help delegates understand the key attributes of an efficient and effective environmental management system and the role of the internal auditor in its continual improvement and development.Course content Basic environmental thinking and risk-based concepts Structure and principles of an environmental management system Overview of key ISO 14001:2015 requirements Auditors roles and responsibilities Types of environmental audit Effective auditing techniques and good audit practices Reporting valid findings and managing corrective actions What are the benefitsThis course, combined with an ISO 14001 foundation course, satisfies the formal training requirements for those wishing to register under the CQI and IRCA Certified training scheme as an Internal EMS Auditor. Successful delegates will be equipped with the technical skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report internal EMS audits. Delegates also find the interactive nature of the course, it’s challenging content and extensive use of team-based exercises an enjoyable and effective way to learn.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersA combination of presentations and guided exercises together with an interactive role-play exercise involving a simulated audit makes this course both highly beneficial and enjoyable for participants. Our course leaders are qualified and experienced environmental auditors with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and utilities, professional, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training certificate (2354).

£795.00 ex vat
Internal Food Safety Auditor

IntroductionBased on the leading global food safety standard, this highly interactive two-day training programme is designed for those people who require a sound understanding of the techniques and principles of food safety auditing. It also covers the role of the food safety auditor in the development and improvement of an effective food safety management system. This course is essential for those who will undertake internal food safety audits, or who will be required to plan, manage and implement internal audit programmes.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.15Who should attend?This course is ideal for food industry personnel intending to become involved in the internal audit process for the maintenance and improvement of their food safety programmes including those: Involved in auditing the site HACCP program or external suppliers Intending to become involved in the internal audit process for the maintenance and improvement of their site’s food safety management system. Typical roles include Quality Assurance Managers, Supervisors and internal audit team members. The audit principles and techniques developed in this course can be applied to any food safety management standard.Course objectivesTo understand the audit process and be able to plan, perform and report the results of internal food safety audits with the aim of developing and improving the food safety management system of an organisation. To help delegates to understanding best practice for ensuring successful internal audits.Course content Introduction to auditing food safety management systems This course is based on ISO 22000, BRCGS and other GFSI recognised standards Audit preparation including audit scheduling, audit planning and audit checklists Performing the audit including opening meetings,non-verbal communications, question techniques, resolving conflict and gathering objective evidence. Presentation of audit findings including the evaluation of audit findings, non-conformity classification, corrective action requests, developing an audit report, closing meeting and root cause analysis. Follow up activities Key to successful internal audits What are the benefitsUpon successful completion of the course delegates will be equipped with the technical skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report internal food safety audits. Delegates will also find the interactive nature of the course, it’s challenging content and extensive use of team-based exercises stimulating and surprisingly enjoyable. The knowledge and skills developed in the course can be applied to internal audits of any food safety management standard. Delegates can apply for certification as a CQI and IRCA Certified Internal Auditor if they have also completed an FSMS Foundation Course or can prove equivalent knowledge when applying.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have unrivalled management systems design and improvement experience. They are qualified and experienced auditors with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the AmericasCertificationDelegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training accredited certificate. (2340)

£795.00 ex vat
ISO 45001:2018 Internal Auditor

IntroductionThis highly interactive two-day CQI and IRCA Certified training course teaches the principles and techniques that are required to effectively audit occupational health and safety management systems (OHSMS). Internal auditing is one of the fundamental mechanisms for maintaining but also for developing and improving existing working practices within an organisation. This course concentrates on the most important attributes of the ISO 45001:2018 management system and helps delegates to understand the role of the auditor in the development and improvement of this system.Duration2 Days, 09.00 - 17.00Who should attend?This course is essential for those who will undertake internal health and safety management system audits or who will be required to plan, manage and implement an internal audit programme.Course objectivesOn completion of this course, participants will be able to: Identify OHS management system standards applicable to health and safety Understand the key terminology related to internal auditing Explain the stages of the auditing process Plan, prepare, communicate and schedule for an internal audit Implement an effective internal audit Collect, verify and evaluate information relevant to the audit Prepare clear audit findings Conduct an effective audit feedback meeting Write and distribute an audit report Conduct follow-up audit activities Course contentThe course content is based on the following course structure overview: OHS Management System Audit Fundamentals Internal Audit Planning Conducting the Audit Reporting Audit Outcomes Audit Follow Up What are the benefitsThis course, combined with an OH&SMS Foundation Course, satisfies the formal training requirement for those wishing to register under the CQI and IRCA Certified training scheme as an Internal OH&SMS Auditor. Successful delegates will be equipped with the technical skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report internal health and safety effectively.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have an unrivalled management systems design and improvement experience. They are qualified and experienced auditors with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. We have extensive experience working across cultural boundaries, through our work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the AmericasCertification Delegates completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified training accredited certificate. (2337)    

£795.00 ex vat
IMS Auditor (QHSE)

IntroductionThis integrated management systems internal auditor programme combines the disciplines of quality, environmental and health & safety management auditing based on the ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards. This three-day interactive training programme is designed for those who need to be able to understand and apply recognised principles and techniques of effective management system auditing to quality, environmental and health & safety management systems. The modern management systems auditor cannot rely on procedural auditing, but also needs to be able to audit processes with an emphasis on risk-based thinking. An effective audit will bring benefits to your organisation and ensure the integrated management system (IMS) continues to meet its objectives. Internal auditors need to understand their role and responsibilities and be sufficiently competent in evaluating the IMS effectively. This course focuses delegates on the most important attributes of an IMS and helps them to understand the role of the auditor in its development and continual improvement.Duration3 days, 9.00 – 17.30Who should attend?This course is essential for those who will undertake internally integrated management system audits based on the ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards, or for those who will be required to plan, manage and implement internal audit programmes. Other people who will find this course useful are team leaders and supervisors within the IMS, who are looking to broaden their awareness of quality, environmental and occupational health & safety issues to understand how they can improve their overall contribution to the success of the business. The course does not require any past auditing or quality, environmental and health & safety management system experience.Course objectivesUpon successful completion of this course, students will: Understand the purpose and benefits of management systems Have a greater understanding of the structure, content and the intent of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001:2015 Be familiar with the terms and definitions used Have a greater understanding of the concept of the process model and apply the process approach Be aware of all stages of the audit cycle Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to plan, conduct, report internal audits of management systems Course content Overview of ISO 9001:2015 quality, ISO 14001:2015 environmental and ISO 45001:2018 occupational health & safety management system requirements Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology Quality and environmental management principles Risk-based thinking Auditors roles and responsibilities Types of audits Effective auditing tools and techniques and good audit practices Reporting valid findings and managing corrective actions What are the benefitsSuccessful delegates will be equipped with the technical skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and report internal integrated management systems audits, saving both times spent on auditing and cost to your organisation. Delegates also find the interactive nature of the course, its challenging content and extensive use of team-based exercises an enjoyable and effective way to learn.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders are management systems professionals, as well as being qualified, registered and experienced auditors. They have extensive knowledge across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government. They have all cut their teeth as successful change agents within high profile organisations, and fully understand the range of technical, legislative and people challenges that face those with a responsibility for delivering real quality improvements.CertificationDelegates completing the course will be awarded an iqms Learning certificate.

£895.00 ex vat
BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 9 Lead Auditor

IntroductionThis course trains delegates in Third-Party Audit requirements against the BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 9. In addition, the course includes the relevant aspects of auditing within the food sector. Attending this course allows you to gain an in-depth and practical understanding of the BRCGS Standard and auditing methodology.Duration5 Days, 09.00 – 17.00 each dayWho should attend?This course is aimed at Technical and Quality Managers who wish to gain an in-depth understanding of the audit process and skills required as well as Certification Body Auditors or new Auditors seeking registration.Course objectivesThis 5-day in-depth course will provide an understanding of the Standard in terms of the protocol, requirements and how to audit effectively. This course ensures that delegates attending are trained to the high standards required to become a BRCGS Lead Auditor.Course content Understanding the requirements of the Standard and how compliance can be demonstrated The BRCGS auditing protocol Implementing effective auditing techniques Demonstrating food safety auditor competencies as defined by GFSI Correctly completing an audit report The compliance monitoring of certification bodies Being able to supply information on the BRCGS Global Standards Directory The BRCGS Global Standards scheme What are the benefitsDelegates will gain an in-depth guide to the requirements of the Standard, and learn how to undertake a BRCGS audit, including effective planning, conducting and reporting of the audit. Auditing techniques will be practiced and developed, to include the auditor competency skills required of GFSI scheme auditors.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course tutors are approved training providers, approved by the BRCGS. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical knowledge across a wide range of sectors in manufacturing, catering and retail.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the course and examination will be awarded a BRCGS Lead Auditor certificate issued by the BRCGS.

£1,195.00 ex vat
Highfields Level 4 Award in HACCP for Management (CODEX principles) (RQF)

IntroductionThe Highfields Level 4 award course is designed to allow the learner to understand the importance of how to develop, implement and evaluate CODEX based HACCP food safety management procedures.Duration5 Days, 09.00 – 17.15Who should attend?This course is aimed at learners who are working at management level within food manufacturing and catering environments, quality assurance staff or members of the HACCP team.  This qualification would also be useful for trainers, auditors, enforcers and other food safety professionals.Course objectivesThe objective of the qualification is to give delegates the skills to lead in the development and implementation of a HACCP system, to critically evaluate HACCP plans and to understand the importance of having an effective HACCP system in place.Course content HACCP and Legislation Preparing for HACCP Pre-requisite Programmes The 7 Codex HACCP Principles HACCP Documentation Critical Control Points Critical Limits Monitoring Corrective Action Maintaining HACCP The HACCP Team Hazard Analysis Implementation Verification Validation Review What are the benefitsOn successful completion, delegates will have a good awareness of HACCP legislation and principles and will understand: The Importance of HACCP based food safety management procedures How to manage the implementation of HACCP based food safety management procedures How to develop and evaluate HACCP based food safety management procedures In-House CoursesStyle of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course tutors have substantial experience in the understanding of HACCP and related legislation. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical knowledge across a wide range of sectors in manufacturing, catering and retail.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the Highfields Level 4 Award in HACCP for Management (CODEX Principles) (RQF) course and examination will be awarded a Highfields Qualifications certificate. Qualification Number: 603/2731/5 The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual. It is also suitable for delivery in Wales and is regulated by Qualifications Wales.

£1,395.00 ex vat
ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor

IntroductionThis five-day highly interactive CQI and IRCA Certified Lead Auditor training course will enable you to understand the new international occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS) standard ISO 45001:2018. You will learn how you can use utilise the new standard to understand, manage and maintain internal and external Health and Safety Management duties and performance obligations. With knowledge and understanding of ISO 45001:2018, you can evaluate your own organisation’s arrangements against OHS commitments and how they can be improved.Duration5 Days, 08:30 – 17:15Who should attend?This course is invaluable for health and safety professionals who wish to develop their auditing skills. It is particularly useful for those people who regularly assess the health and safety performance of 2nd and 3rd parties. It is also essential for any serious occupational health and safety practitioner with a responsibility to design, implement and manage a health and safety management system that meets the requirements of ISO 45001:2018.Course objectivesTo develop delegates’ understanding of the principles of Health and Safety Management, requirements of ISO 45001:2018, and teach the theoretical and practical skills required to plan, execute and report health and safety management systems audits.Course content OHSMS Fundamentals OHSMS Concepts Overview of Auditing an OHSMS Auditing Clauses 4-10 of ISO 45001:2018 ISO 19011 and Auditing Audit Planning and Preparation Performing the Audit Reporting Audit Outcome What are the benefitsThe course is designed not only to help people perform effective and value-adding audits, but also to develop delegates wider understanding of the ISO 45001 health and safety management systems design and implementation. Successful completion of the course and the achievement of the 50% pass mark will satisfy the formal training requirements for those wishing to register as auditors or lead auditors under the CQI and IRCA Certified training scheme.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersOur course leaders have a background in health and safety as well as being CQI and IRCA qualified, registered and experienced auditors. They have extensive knowledge across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, finance, pharmaceuticals, local and national government.CertificationDelegates successfully completing the course will be awarded a CQI and IRCA training accredited certificate. (2338). . Prior knowledgeThose attending this course are expected to have knowledge of the following: Occupational health & safety management principles and concepts: The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle The purpose and benefits of an OH&S management system A basic knowledge of managing OH&S through hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control and compliance with legal and other requirements A basic awareness of common examples of relevant national and local OH&S legislation and requirements Commonly used OH&S terms and definitions as given in ISO 45001. This knowledge can be gained in a number of ways: Previous experience and existing knowledge Attending a CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 45001 Foundation training course – or equivalent Reading or self-study If you would like to attend our CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 45001 Foundation training course at a discounted price to help you prepare for this Lead Auditor course please contact us.

£1,445.00 ex vat
ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor

IntroductionThis highly interactive, intensive and challenging 5-day environmental management systems training course is designed for those people who require an in-depth understanding of auditing techniques and skills associated with the Lead Auditor role. This course is registered with both the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) and CQI and IRCA Certified training.Duration5 Days, 08.30 – 17.30 (days 1-3) 08.30 – 17.45 (day 4) 08.30 – 16.15 (day 5)Who should attend?This course satisfies the training requirement for those seeking to register with the CQI and IRCA Certified training auditing scheme. It is also essential for any serious environmental practitioner, particularly those who have the main responsibility for implementing and maintaining their environmental management system and manage an audit programme for internal audits. Essential also to those who are required to perform more demanding and extensive company audits (corporate auditing); or who are required to regularly assess the performance of other companies (supplier, contractor and/or certification auditors); and for those who are seeking to develop their auditing and environmental skills to a professional level.Course objectivesThose attending this course are expected to have prior knowledge of the following: Environmental Management principles and concepts: The Plan, Do Check, Act (PDCA) cycle Environmental issues, including an appreciation of environmental protection and pollution prevention and control Environmental management terms and definitions Appreciation of environmental compliance issues Environmental management terms and definitions Typical structures for environmental management systems including process-based systems Structure, content and requirements of ISO 14001:2015 This knowledge can be gained in several ways: Previous experience and existing knowledge Attending a CQI and IRCA Certified training ISO 14001 training course – or equivalent Reading or self-study If you would like to attend our CQI and IRCA Certified training ISO 14001 Foundation course at a discounted price to help you prepare for this Lead Auditor course please contact us.Course contentThe course is designed to help delegates deliver value-added audits to understand the principles of good Environmental Management and to develop their knowledge of the environmental management standard to enable you to lead an audit team. It will also develop delegates’ knowledge & understanding of different environmental audit types, and the practical skills required to plan, execute and report environmental management audits. On completion, delegates will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of an EMS based on the ISO 14001:2015 standard at a level acceptable to certification bodies.What are the benefitsDesigned not only to help people perform value-added audits this course is also designed to develop delegates’ wider understanding of environmental management systems development and implementation. Delegates will gain an understanding of the level of performance required for implementing a successfully certified EMS and how to assess against the ISO 14001:2015 standard. It will help delegates to develop essential conceptual skills including risk-based thinking, continual improvement, life-cycle thinking, and process-based approaches. This course satisfies the formal training requirements for those wishing to register with the IEMA Auditor Registration Scheme and/or with the CQI and IRCA Certified auditing scheme.In-House CoursesOffering better value for money, they can be designed to closely match your specific requirements.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersA combination of presentations and guided exercises and a highly interactive role-play exercise involving a simulated audit makes this course both beneficial and enjoyable for participants. Course attendees are assessed on their knowledge and understanding throughout the course and will also be required to sit a 2-hour examination to assess their level of understanding to complete this course. Our course leaders have substantial experience in the field of environmental management systems design and implementation. They are qualified and experienced auditors with extensive practical management experience across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, service and utilities, local and national government.CertificationDelegates completing the course, including examination, will be awarded both a CQI and IRCA Certified training certificate (2355) and an IEMA Certified training certificate.

£1,445.00 ex vat
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