ISO 14001

ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised standard that outlines best practices for an EMS (environmental management system). It comprises a set of principles aimed at helping organisations manage and enhance their environmental performance, while also evaluating their impact and progress.

Implementing a EMS is undoubtedly a complex task for the non-practitioner. Yet, with the right guidance and support, the journey can be navigated smoothly, particularly with us carrying out 90% of the technical work required.

The advantages can be limitless, ranging from minimising your environmental footprint to gaining a competitive edge in your industry.

And that journey to success begins with us. We can help you implement an ISO 14001-compliant EMS with ease - It's what we do.

OUR PROCESS

Following your enquiry, Billy or Scott will discuss your requirements and answer any questions you may have.

Based on this, and project type, we then carefully assess the work involved, calculate a fixed fee, and provide you with a comprehensive written proposal.

On acceptance of the proposal, we will then agree a start date (project kick-off), along with an estimated project completion date.

One dedicated consultant will be assigned to you from enquiry through to completion of the entire project, and will also support with the external certification body.

The certification body is responsible for carrying out the audits to confirm conformance to the international standard(s) you are wishing to be registered to.

These must work completely independent of the consultants* but we do help our clients with obtaining competitive quotations from a selection of a suitable certification bodies and assist with the planning and organisation of the stage 1 and stage 2 audits.

The initial certification audit is split into two sections:

Stage 1: This is where the auditor(s) need to satisfy themselves that the management system meets the requirements of the standard and the business is ready to move onto stage 2. It’s basically a desk audit and we try to get this carried out on a remote basis, where we send the system to the auditor and answer any questions he may have. This is included in the project fee.

Stage 2: Is focused on your business operations and the effectiveness of your processes and people. We are not really needed at this stage, however, some clients like us to be present on the day of the stage 2 audit. This can be discussed towards the end of the implementation project.

*The impartiality and objectivity of the accreditation services that UKAS provides is tightly controlled. All UKAS assessment personnel and externally contracted assessors, as well as members of UKAS committees, are required to declare any potential conflicts of interest.

Implementing any Management System (MS) is not an easy task and once certification is awarded, it would be a shame for all that hard work to go to waste. It is a requirement for management systems to be maintained so you get the maximum benefits from the system that has been so carefully developed for you.

Reaching certification marks a significant milestone for any business, yet it's merely the inception of the continual improvement journey, a principle fundamental to the ISO philosophy.

While we conscientiously engineer our client management systems to be lean, minimising the bureaucracy often associated with ISO standards, some clients may encounter challenges in sustaining their systems over time.

We stand ready to provide assistance tailored to your specific needs, resources, competencies, and availability. Whether it's prior to, during, or post-completion of your ISO Project, we're committed to supporting your ongoing management system endeavours.

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All our clients receive a fixed fee quotation that remains unchanged from the outset, encompassing all necessary work with transparent pricing and no hidden costs.

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ISO 14001 is the most sought after standard in the ISO 14000 series of environmental management standards. The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) has developed this series for businesses and other organisations looking to reduce their environmental impact.

The ISO 14001 standard provides you with an internationally recognised framework for setting up an environmental management system (EMS). Any organisation can use the standard to reduce waste, improve resource efficiency and cut waste management costs.

Protecting the environment is an important business and supply chain issue. Many organisations now require their suppliers to have specific environmental management plans. Implementing ISO 14001 will enable you to demonstrate to customers and stakeholders that your business is committed to reducing its environmental impact.

Protect the environment, build customer trust and meet your legal obligations with ISO 14001.