CQI and IRCA ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Conversion Training (A1883) Virtual - Tutor Led (Environmental)
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An intensive three-day course for environmental professionals who have successfully completed an CQI and IRCA approved (or an acceptable alternative) Lead Auditor course and wish to add the skills and knowledge to audit EMS. This course can lead to CQI and IRCA certification which is globally recognised.
**Please note that we encourage all our delegates sitting on virtual courses to have access to a webcam. This will enable you to interact with both the tutor and other course attendees.**
Course aims
The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third-party audits of environmental management systems against ISO 14001, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021, as applicable. To become a registered Lead Auditor, delegates must have attended and passed a lead auditor course relating to another management standard, e.g. QMS, EnMS or OH&S.
An essential course for those wishing to register themselves as a lead auditor with the International Register of Certified Auditors (IRCA).
As a prerequisite to this course, and to provide a good understanding of the terms and processes within the standard, you have FREE access to our NQA ISO 14001:2015 QMS (Quality) E-Learning Introduction Training. When you have booked this course please contact us via training@nqa.com to get your login and password.
What will I learn?
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How to describe the purpose of environmental management systems, PDCA cycle and the 7 management principles
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How to summarise the contribution that audits make to an efficient and effective management system
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How to explain the principles and methods of performing process based audits against ISO 14001
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How to define the roles and responsibilities of an auditor and lead auditor
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How to complete an audit using a structured approach
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How to review an audit showing corrective action and root cause analysis
Is this course right for me?
Required prior knowledge - this course is aimed at:
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Current IRCA Lead Auditors who are now seeking registration as an EMS auditor / lead auditor under the IRCA scheme
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Anyone who will be conducting third party EMS audits
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Environmental managers who will be carrying out audits of suppliers or vendors.
What else do I need to know?
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Dress code - Smart casual - your cameras will be switched on and delegates and tutors will be able to interact with each other.
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Breaks - There will regular time slots allocated during your course for refreshment/restroom breaks.
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Proof of attendance - You will be sent a certificate of attendance following your training.
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What to have with you - We recommend that you have a copy of the relevant standard with you on the day to reference. You will receive a digital copy of all necessary materials before the course starts so please ensure you have access to these on the day and contact us if you have not received them.
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CQI and IRCA - Delegate data is shared with CQI and IRCA in order to facilitate online examinations. If you have any queries regarding this, please contact training@nqa.com.
Why choose NQA ISO training?
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Expert trainers – All of our trainers have a wealth of experience and expertise in their field and are eager to pass this onto you in an effective way that you can take away and utilise.
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Quality assured – Our trainers are assessed by delegates both annually and after each course. 99% of attendees scored overall trainer delivery, skills and knowledge as good or very good.
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Interactive learning – We see the importance of practical and hands on learning so we have built this into all of our courses to further deepen your knowledge and engagement.
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Small class sizes – Our courses all have a maximum of 12 delegates to ensure you are getting the best learning experience possible.
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A learning journey – We offer a step-by-step training journey to help you improve over time. From introduction courses all the way up to our lead auditor training. We are always developing new training to keep up with the changing world of ISO standards.
Are you wondering which type of NQA training course is most suitable for you? Our Journey Guide will point you in the right direction.
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