Build the confidence to understand ISO 14001:2026 and use environmental management as a practical tool for compliance, risk control, efficiency and business improvement. This CQI and IRCA Certified 1-day Foundation course provides a clear introduction to Environmental Management Systems (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2026. It is designed for managers, decision-makers, EMS representatives and aspiring auditors who need to understand the purpose, structure and practical application of ISO 14001. As environmental expectations increase across legislation, tenders, supply chains and customer requirements, organisations need people who can understand environmental impacts, support compliance obligations and contribute to continual improvement. This course explains the standard in plain, business-focused language so delegates can apply their learning with confidence.Duration1 Day, 08.30-17.00Who should attend?This course is ideal for: Managers and decision-makers who need a practical overview of ISO 14001:2026 and Environmental Management Systems. Environmental managers, coordinators, EMS representatives and staff responsible for maintaining or improving an existing EMS. Quality, health and safety, facilities, operations, estates and compliance professionals taking on environmental responsibilities. Anyone involved in implementation, transition planning, awareness raising or environmental performance improvement. Delegates who wish to progress to the registered 2-day EMS Auditor course but do not yet have prior EMS knowledge. Course objectivesThis course equips delegates with a practical understanding of environmental management principles and how ISO 14001:2026 is interpreted and implemented within an effective EMS. Describe the purpose, benefits and intended outcomes of an Environmental Management System. Explain the purpose, content and interrelationships of ISO 14001 and ISO 14004. Interpret key ISO 14001 requirements in the context of a functioning management system. Recognise how environmental aspects, impacts, compliance obligations and risk-based thinking support effective environmental control. Understand how objectives, monitoring, measurement and continual improvement support business performance. Course content Benefits of an effective EMS for compliance, customer confidence, tenders and business Essential environmental terminology and familiarisation with ISO 14001 definitions. Purpose, structure and intent of ISO 14001:2026 and an Environmental Management System. Environmental issues, aspects and impacts, including how to assess and determine significance. Organisational context, interested parties and risk-based thinking. Overview of key environmental legislation and the role of compliance obligations in an EMS. Setting meaningful environmental objectives and planning to achieve them. Monitoring, measurement, analysis, evaluation and continual improvement. What are the benefitsAttendance will help delegates and their organisations: Decide how best to develop, maintain or improve an Environmental Management System and avoid common implementation problems. Build recognised environmental management awareness and strengthen career credentials. Understand how ISO 14001 supports legal compliance, operational control and improved decision-making. Demonstrate the commercial value of environmental management standards to customers, supply chains and internal stakeholders. Prepare more confidently for further EMS auditor training or ISO 14001 implementation activity. In-House CoursesIn-house delivery offers better value for organisations with several delegates and can be designed to closely match your sector, activities, environmental risks and existing management system arrangements. This option is ideal for teams who want a consistent understanding of ISO 14001:2026, practical examples relevant to their organisation and a focused discussion around implementation, transition or improvement priorities.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersThe course is delivered in a practical, accessible style that connects ISO 14001 requirements with real organisational decisions, compliance obligations and environmental performance improvement. Our course leaders have extensive experience in Environmental Management Systems across manufacturing, service and professional organisations, including Local and National Government. iqms Learning also brings international experience from work across 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. (2805).
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This 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.Style 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.
The ISEP Certified 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 ISEP 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 ISEP Sustainability Skills for the Workforce certificate.
This 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.
This 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.
With increasing complexity and demands of organisational processes there is a pressing need to ensure operational efficiency never drops. When it does, or where faults occur, it is critical that staff are equipped with the skills to investigate, determine cause(s) of the error and point to a solution. This investigation must be robust and always conducted in a time sensitive environment. Root Cause Analysis is an investigation process within the field of ISO Standards Management Systems such as ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental) and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) for example. This course will equip delegates with the knowledge, practical methods and skills to use RCA effectively in a variety of fault-finding applications.Duration1 Day, 09.00 – 17.00Who should attend?Routed in industry, RCA techniques are now commonplace in both product and service environments. Those with a responsibility in process efficiency at any level will benefit from understanding a range of proven methodologies used to conduct a robust root cause investigations and analyses to drive change and improve performance.Course contentThis course covers a range of RCA techniques and skills and uses a complex Case Study featuring an organisation which has established an Integrated Management System. The Case Study facilitates your Root Cause investigations to be conducted with a Quality, Environmental or Health & Safety focus as your investigation and learning brief demands. The course will cover; RCA Process What is Root Cause Analysis (RCA)? What are the steps involved in an RCA process? What methodologies are used within RCA? What are various types of causes? What are best practice guidelines when performing an RCA? What are pitfalls of RCA that you need to be aware of? 5 Whys What is the 5 Whys technique? What is the 5Ws1H technique? How can you use these for RCA? Questioning Skills How can you use a structured approach to make sure you ask the right questions? How to use this structured approach to make sure you ask a diverse set of questions about all potentially involved areas and processes? Evaluating Impact of Change and Decisions How to look forward to evaluate the impact of a change or a new decision on the current state? How to use this forward-looking approach systematically and correctly to get meaningful results? Cause and Effect Diagrams What is a cause-and-effect diagram? What is a fishbone diagram? How can you use this technique to search for root causes? Appreciation Technique What is appreciation technique? Often referred to as the “So What” approach used to consider the consequence of an upcoming change? Pareto Analysis What is Pareto principle? How can you use the Pareto Principle to prioritise your RCA approach systematically to avoid misdirecting resources and wasting time and money focusing on the wrong issues? Impact Analysis What is impact analysis? How can you use a powerful matrix to evaluate and focus on high-risk areas first? What are the 5 steps involved in an impact analysis? What are the benefitsConfident in Root Cause Analysis, those trained will be equipped to plan an investigation, prioritise time, question effectively, understand the relationship between cause and effect and apply risk-based thinking to identify suitable solutions.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 BRCGS, CQI and IRCA, IEMA and Highfields Qualifications. They are qualified and experienced with extensive practical knowledge across a wide range of industrial, technical, product and service and commercial sectors.CertificationAll delegates will be awarded a certificate verifying attendance and satisfactory completion of the course.
This 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 Sustainability & Environmental Professionals (ISEP) 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 14001:2026 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 14001:2026 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 14001:2026 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 ISEP 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. 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.CertificationThis course is dual-branded and with CQI and IRCA and with ISEP. Upon successful completion of the course and the achievement of the 50% pass mark in the CQI and IRCA controlled On-line Exam (which must be completed within 30 days after completion of the course), will satisfy the formal training requirements for those wishing to register as an auditor, lead auditor or principal auditor with the CQI and IRCA Certified training scheme. Successful completion of the coursework and the CQI and IRCA exam will meet the formal training requirements for registering with the ISEP auditing scheme. All learners who have successfully completed this ISEP Certified course will gain credit towards an Environmental Auditor application on ISEP’s Environmental Auditors register. Delegates completing the course, including examination, will be awarded both a CQI and IRCA Certified training certificate (2831) and an ISEP Certified training certificate.
Develop the confidence and practical skills to audit an Environmental Management System against ISO 14001:2026 and help your organisation improve compliance, control and environmental performance. This interactive CQI and IRCA Certified 2-day ISO 14001:2026 Internal Auditor course is designed to help delegates understand and apply the principles, techniques and good practices required to conduct effective internal environmental audits. A strong internal audit programme is one of the most effective ways to check whether an Environmental Management System is working as intended, meeting objectives and identifying opportunities for improvement. This course focuses on the role of the internal EMS auditor in planning audits, gathering objective evidence, reporting valid findings and supporting corrective action. Delegates are introduced to practical environmental auditing, business environmental issues, relevant legislative considerations and the key ISO 14001:2026 requirements that internal auditors need to understand.Duration2 Days, 09.00 – 17.10 (day 1) 08.45 – 17.15 (day 2)Who should attend? Anyone who will undertake internal environmental audits against ISO 14001:2026. Staff responsible for planning, managing or implementing an EMS internal audit programme. Environmental managers, EMS coordinators, compliance professionals, quality managers and health and safety professionals with environmental responsibilities. Team leaders and supervisors who want to broaden their understanding of environmental issues and contribute more effectively to business performance. Organisations that need trained internal auditors to support EMS maintenance, improvement, certification readiness or transition activity. Delegates who are new to auditing or environmental management systems. No previous auditing or EMS experience is required. Course objectivesThe course enables delegates to plan, perform, evaluate and report internal environmental audits with confidence, while understanding how internal auditing contributes to the continual improvement and development of an effective EMS. Understand the purpose, structure and key principles of an Environmental Management System. Explain the role, responsibilities and behaviours of an effective internal EMS auditor. Plan and prepare internal audits using audit objectives, scope, criteria and practical audit methods. Conduct audits using questioning, listening, sampling and evidence-gathering techniques. Evaluate audit evidence against ISO 14001:2026 and the organisation’s own EMS arrangements. Report clear, valid findings and understand how corrective action supports improvement. Course content Basic environmental thinking, environmental risk and risk-based concepts. Structure, principles and intended outcomes of an Environmental Management System. Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology and environmental management principles. Overview of key ISO 14001:2026 requirements relevant to internal auditing. Auditor roles, responsibilities, independence, objectivity and good audit behaviour. Types of environmental audit and the purpose of internal EMS audit programmes. Audit planning, preparation, checklists, sampling and evidence gathering. Effective auditing techniques, interviewing skills and good audit practice. Reporting valid findings, identifying nonconformities and managing corrective actions. Interactive role-play and team-based exercises using a simulated audit scenario. What are the benefitsThis course helps delegates and organisations turn internal auditing into a practical tool for assurance, compliance and improvement. Equips successful delegates with the technical skills and knowledge to plan, conduct and report internal EMS audits. Supports confidence in evaluating whether the EMS is effective, properly controlled and achieving its objectives. Helps organisations identify nonconformities, improvement opportunities and corrective actions before external audits. Strengthens internal capability for ISO 14001:2026 implementation, maintenance, certification readiness and continual improvement. When 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. Provides an engaging learning experience through interactive exercises, team-based work and simulated audit activities. In-House CoursesIn-house delivery offers better value for organisations with several delegates and can be designed to closely match your specific EMS, sector, audit programme, environmental risks and operational context. This option is ideal for organisations that want to build a consistent internal audit approach across sites, departments or management system teams, with practical examples tailored to their own environmental responsibilities and compliance obligations.Style of Delivery and Course LeadersThe course combines presentations, guided exercises and an interactive role-play exercise involving a simulated audit, making the learning practical, relevant and enjoyable for participants. Course leaders are qualified and experienced environmental auditors with extensive practical management experience across manufacturing, service, utilities, professional organisations and local and national government. iqms Learning also brings experience of working across cultural boundaries through projects 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 (2806).
