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ISO 14001

Background and New Requirements

Archie Prentice Practically Green

Practically Green Ltd

• Highland based Environmental Sustainability and Low Carbon Consultancy, global reach
• ISO 9001 (2015), 14001 (2015) and BH OHSAS 18001 (2007) accredited
• Helped clients to save £000s, win regional, national and international awards, establish

management systems and provided material for successful £1m+ tenders/contracts

What is ISO 14001

• Internationally recognised and independently audited standard
• Provides a framework to protect the environment and respond to changing

environmental conditions in balance with socio economic needs.

• Follows a Plan, Do, Check, Act cycle
• Encourages continual improvement
• WEAKNESSES

ISO 14001 Transition Process

The main changes in ISO 14001 (2015)

• Clause 4 – Context of the Organisation
• Clause 5 – Leadership
• Clause 6 – Planning
• Clause 7 – Support
• Clause 8 - Operation

New ISO 14001 Requirements

• Clause 4.1 - Determine the external and internal issues that will affect the organisation’s

ability to achieve intended outcomes of its EMS Political Less red tape. How do we stay abreast of changing environmental legislation Economic/Environmental Continued economic growth. Increasing demand for resources Competition for finite resources. How do we do more with less? Social More dispersed online student base. How do we deliver less face to face but more web course delivery Technological Greater scrutiny of our activity. How do we ensure we deliver on our commitments

New ISO 14001 Requirements

• Clause 4.2 - The organisation shall identify interested parties that are relevant to its
• perations and EMS and their specific needs and expectations.

New ISO 14001 Requirements

• Clause 6.1 - When planning its EMS, the organisation shall consider the risks and
• pportunities related to aspects, compliance obligations and other issues and how they

can be addressed Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Risks

New ISO 14001 Requirements

• Clause 6.1.2 - The organisation shall determine the environmental aspects of its

activities, considering a life cycle perspective.

Inputs/Raw Materials Our Operations Outputs

Key Issues

• Its your Environmental Management System, what is important for your business?
• Leadership from “top management” essential in the new ISOs
• Not just for big business
• Make it enjoyable - how can you maximise the benefits of your activity?
• Thank You