HOW TO CERTIFY ISO 14001 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Where can I find the official name of the standard ISO 14001 and the valid version of the standard?
- You can always find the current edition of the standard, amendments or corrections to the standard on the website of the Lithuanian Department of Standardization.
- ISO 14001 Environmental management systems - Requirements with guidance for use (ISO 14001:2015).
Overview of ISO 14001 standard
ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized standard for the implementation of an environmental management system (also known as an EMS). ISO 14001 is basically created on the basis of the ISO 9001 standard, but it also pays attention to environmental impacts. EMS helps companies demonstrate a responsible approach to global and local environmental protection issues, allows formalizing commitments in the field of environmental protection and demonstrates their implementation through policies, goals and environmental protection programs.
Presentation of Sertika services
Certification procedures are carried out according to the basic model:
Benefits of certification for the company
ISO 14001 certification provides for company many advantages:
- Reduction of negative environmental impact;
- Increasing the effectiveness of environmental protection in managing its operational processes;
- Environmental awareness is conveyed to interested parties;
- More efficient use of natural resources;
- Competitive advantage when offering or supplying products to European Union or other countries and participating in public tenders.
Benefits of certification for the client
Our certification services guarantee that the companies you cooperate with comply with the requirements of the ISO 14001 standard. It means:
- Confidence in the manufacturer or service provider is increased;
- Compliance with legal requirements is ensured;
- Sustainable products and quality services;
- Lower risk of losses.
Is it possible to integrate ISO 14001 with other standards?
The ISO 14001 standard can be integrated into one efficiently managed system together with the following standards:
- ISO 9001 - quality management system standard. Integration with ISO 14001 helps organizations effectively manage both quality and environmental aspects.
- ISO 45001 - occupational safety and health management system standard. Together with ISO 14001, it forms a comprehensive set of management systems focused on employee well-being and environmental protection.
- ISO 50001 - energy management system standard. Integration with ISO 14001 encourages organizations to conserve resources and reduce environmental pollution through more efficient use of energy.
- ISO/IEC 27001 is an information security management system standard. Its integration with ISO 14001 helps organizations ensure that their information security management meets environmental management requirements, particularly in relation to data protection and management in environmental monitoring and measurement processes.
- ISO 22000 - food safety management system standard. Integration with ISO 14001 is particularly relevant for companies in the food industry to ensure that their food safety management practices are aligned with environmental management principles, such as waste management and water and energy efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Here we provide answers to frequently asked questions about our ISO 14001 certification process, its duration, costs and other important information.
Where to start the certification process?
In order for us to submit an offer, please fill out the application and send it by e-mail: vs@sertika.lt;
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