What is ISO 14001
ISO 14001 is a recognized international standard for Environmental Management Systems (EMS). The ISO 14001 standard specifies the requirements for an effective Environmental Management System that allows businesses to control their environmental impacts, comply with legal and regulatory requirements and integrate environmental responsibility into strategic planning.
The main requirements of ISO 14001 focus on creating an environmental policy, identifying the environmental aspects arising from the organization's activities, and setting environmental objectives. This triad of requirements commits the organization to pollution prevention, compliance with environmental legislation, and continuous improvement of environmental performance.
Which organizations can adopt ISO 14001
ISO 14001 certification is suitable for any type of organization, both private businesses and public organizations, regardless of their size or type of activity. It is a flexible standard designed to adapt to the needs of different types of organizations that wish to responsibly manage their environmental impact.
Additionally, the ISO 9001 standard follows the High-Level Structure (Annex SL), facilitating its integration into a comprehensive Management System alongside other standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and other standards.
Why you should get ISO 14001 certified
- Reduction of costs due to energy savings and efficient use of company resources
- Improvement of the organization's enviornmental performance and reduction of environmental impacts
- Compliance with environmental laws and regulations at national and European level and minimization of risks of fines
- Improved corporate image, as ISO 14001 certification demonstrates the business's responsibility and commitment to environmental protection
- Competitive edge in the market, as having a valid ISO 14001 certificate is often a requirement for participation in public tenders and funding programs
ISO 14001 Certification Process with Ergocert
The initial assessment for obtaining ISO 14001 certification is carried out through a structured and transparent two-stage process:
Initial Assessment: Stage I Audit
Review of the completeness and adequacy of the organization's documented Environmental Management System.
Initial Assessment: Stage II Audit
Review of the implementation and effectiveness of the management system. The audit examines all relevant information, performance targets, internal controls and processes, assessing the organization's full compliance with the selected ISO standard, and serves as the final step in achieving the organization's certification.
After a successfull evaluation, the company receives their ISO Certification, valid for 3 years.
Surveillance Audits
During the certificate's validity period, surveillance audits (2 in total) are conducted annually to confirm the seamless and continued implementation of the Management System.
Recertification is achieved by re-evaluating the Management System before the current certificate expires.
Relevant Documents
Management Systems Certification Regulation
Management Systems Certification Application
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