Environmental Management Systems ( ISO-14001:2015)

The new standard is published in the month of September, 2015. ISO 14001:2015 is based on the new High Level Structure (HLS) that brings a common framework to all management system standards. This helps to keep consistency, alignment different management system standards, offer matching sub-clauses against the top-level structure and apply common language across all standards.

Need of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

ISO 14001:2015 should be used by any organization that wishes to set up, improve, or maintain an environmental management system to conform to its established environmental policy and requirements. The requirements of the standard can be incorporated into any environmental management system, the extent to which is determined by several factors including the organization’s industry, environmental policy, products and service offerings, and location. ISO 14001:2015 is relevant to all organizations, regardless of size, location, sector, or industry.

Benefits of ISO 14001:2015 certification

 Expansion in EMS coverage and scope
 Required interactions with external parties
 New requirements for leadership engagement
 Expanded legal compliance requirements
 Need for risk-based planning and controls
 New documentation requirements
 Expanded operational control requirements
 Changes in competence and awareness requirements
 Impacts on the internal audit program
 Increased certification costs.