Procedure for ISO 14001 certification
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Procedure for ISO 14001 certification
- Preliminary discussion with management
The first and most important step is management's decision and full commitment to an environmental management system. Senior management must understand the need and fully support the project. - Form a project team
We work with a project team of your choice. Involve employees from different departments who are responsible for implementing the environmental management system. We can also act as an external environmental management representative. - Current analysis and gap analysis
An inventory of the current processes and environmental aspects is carried out and compared with the requirements of ISO 14001 in order to identify gaps. - Training and awareness-raising
We train your employees in the basics of environmental management, the ISO 14001 requirements and explain the benefits and objectives of the environmental management system. - Environmental policy and objectives
Together we develop an environmental policy that fits your corporate objectives. We set measurable environmental objectives to continuously improve environmental performance. - Create documentation
We create the required documentation such as environmental management manuals, procedural instructions, forms, etc. in a streamlined format. - Implement and communicate processes
The new processes of the environmental management system are introduced and clearly communicated to all employees through training and workshops. - Promote continuous improvement
We continuously improve the environmental management system through regular audits, assessment of environmental performance, etc. Your employees are trained to become environmental ambassadors.
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Surveillance audits / recertification
As Scopewire Data GmbH, your partner for digital sustainability solutions, we know how important regular surveillance audits are for maintaining your ISO 14001 certification. After all, continuous improvement and environmental performance are at the heart of this recognized standard. Surveillance audits are a central part of the 3-year cycle of ISO 14001 certification. They serve to check the ongoing conformity and effectiveness of your environmental management system. The first surveillance audit takes place around 12 months after the initial certification, followed by the second audit another 12 months later. After the 3 years have expired, re-certification is due, during which your entire environmental management system is again examined in detail. Compared to the initial certification audit, surveillance audits are shorter in duration, as only parts of your system are checked on a random basis. The certification body creates a detailed audit plan with the areas to be audited and time frames. This plan is sent to you in advance for preparation. For a smooth surveillance audit, all relevant documents such as manuals, procedures and records must be up to date and available. The involvement of employees from the areas to be audited for interviews and inspections is also essential. A key checkpoint is that your company pursues a culture of continuous improvement in environmental performance and that deviations are systematically dealt with. After the audit, you will receive a report with the results, any deviations and necessary corrective measures. At Scopewire, we are happy to support you in optimally preparing for upcoming surveillance audits. Our digital environmental management solutions enable seamless documentation, traceability and analysis of all relevant processes and environmental aspects. This means you can always keep a complete overview of your certification status. Contact us for more information about our holistic offer for ISO 14001-certified environmental management.
Together we will master all challenges on the way to environmental excellence and sustainability in your company.
Frequently asked questions:
Here you will find the most frequently asked questions about ISO 14001:
ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized standard that specifies the requirements for an environmental management system (EMS) for organizations. It helps companies manage their environmental aspects and impacts and continuously improve their environmental performance.
The costs depend on various factors such as company size, industry and certification body. Please note that the certification itself is not the cost factor, but rather the process introduction and the creation of auditable documentation. Scopewire will prepare an individual offer for you.