Would you like to learn more about the most well-known environmental management system (EMS) standard out there? Read on to find out more about ISO 14001.
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What Is ISO 14001?
ISO 14001 is an international standard that helps organisations create an effective environmental management system (EMS). Basically, it gives businesses a structured way to manage their environmental responsibilities and improve sustainability efforts.
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Why Does ISO 14001 Matter?
This standard is a big deal for companies that want to reduce their environmental footprint, comply with legal requirements, and operate more efficiently. Plus, certification can boost a company’s reputation, increase customer trust, and even lead to new business opportunities.
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Who Can Get ISO 14001 Certified?
Any organisation—no matter the size, industry, or location—can get certified. It’s used by manufacturers, service providers, government agencies, and even non-profits. Click here to find out about the process of getting certified with a certification body.
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What Are the Benefits of Certification?
Getting ISO 14001 certified comes with a lot of perks, like:
- Better compliance with environmental laws
- Cutting down on waste and energy use
- Saving money through improved efficiency
- Gaining customer and stakeholder confidence
- Standing out from the competition
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What is the process of being certified?
It typically looks like this:
- Develop and implement an environmental management system.
- Conduct an internal audit to check how well it’s working & hold a management review meeting.
- Have an accredited certification body do an official audit.
- Get certified once you meet all the requirements!
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How much does certification cost?
The cost varies depending on the size of your company, how complicated your processes are, and which certification body you choose. Expenses may include training, implementation, audits, and ongoing maintenance. You can also choose whether you use an ISO consultant or to try more of a D.I.Y. approach when implementing your environmental management system. Our sister company The ISO Consultant offers toolkits which you can implement into your own business along with step by step easy to follow instruction guides.
Once certified, your ISO 14001 certification lasts for three years. During that time, you’ll need to pass regular (annual) surveillance audits. After three years, you’ll need to go through a recertification audit to stay compliant.
Hopefully this has answered a few questions you might have about ISO 14001 but if you need any further help or support get in touch!
