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Focuses on the basics of the integration of ISO 14000 and ISO 9000 in the United States. Comparison on the elements of ISO 14000 and ISO 9000; Development of a common sets of elements due to many commonalities; Purpose of the procedure to safeguard the accuracy of monitoring equipment.

Discusses the requirements to become a certified environmental management system (EMS) auditor for ensuring a company's compliance to the International Standardization Organization (ISO) 14001 standards. Criteria for earning EMS auditor certification; Education requirements; Work experience requirements. INSET: RAB closing QMS window.

Presents the ten most common mistakes organizations commit during the implementation of an Environmental Management Systems (EMS) for ISO 4001 standard. Failure to secure employee buy-in; Failure to define realistic commitments; Failure to control documents; Failure to validate corrective/preventive actions.

Discusses rules that are associated with publicizing an ISO management system accomplishment. Need to understand terminologies; Knowledge on the objectives of the ISO; Use of the logo.

Outlines the professional credentials required for an aspiring ISO 14000 consultant in the U.S. Importance of a certification as an environmental management system (EMS) auditor; Reference to the establishment of auditor certification schemes to ensure competency of auditors; Criteria for the issuance of an EMS auditor certification.

Focuses on the aspects of ISO 1400 in environmental management in the U.S. Barriers with ISO in relation to the needs of ISO and organizations; Definitions of environmental aspect and impact; Evaluation of vulnerable areas of facilities; Considerations of the ISO 1400 guidance document.

Reports on the adoption of International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14000 for environmental protection by Ford Motor Co. in the United States. Establishment of a universally accepted requirement for environmental management by ISO 14001; Decision of the company to apply provisions of the certification; Benefits of the ISO 14001. INSET: The Lima Engine Plant.

Presents a step-by-step approach for an organization's implementation of the ISO 14000 environmental management system. Appointment of an environmental management representative; Establishment of an implementation steering committee; Implementation training for the steering committee; Development of the implementation plan and assignment of responsibility.

Deals with the guidance documents of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) management standards for ISO 14001 environmental management systems (EMS). Difference of ISO 14001 from ISO 14004; Beneficial issues explored by ISO 14004; Practical advice offered by ISO 14004 on obtaining assistance in environmental legislation and regulations.

Focuses on United States President Bill Clinton's signing of an executive order declaring two deadlines for federal facilities to implement an environmental management system. ISO 14000 market projections; ISO 14000 mandates of major automobile manufacturers; Average costs for ISO 14000 implementation.

Recommends the development and use of an environmental management system (EMS) manual as the company's governing procedures for environmental protection. Need to align procedures with ISO 14001 specification standards; Purpose and contents of the manual.

Discusses the role of communication to the effectiveness of an ISO 14001 environmental management system. Understanding of the need for information; Procedures for establishing internal communication; Implementation of a process to convey, receive and respond to the concerns of interested outside parties.

Focuses on the concerns of companies regarding the potential discovery of regulatory violation in the implementation of ISO 14000, which offers a system to manage environmental performance. Concerns raised by identification of compliance violations during ISO 14000 implementation; Reasons to consider legal issues in deciding whether to implement an ISO 14000 environmental management system (EMS).

Discusses how developing countries can use the ISO 14000 Series Standards as a tool to establish a framework for environmental regulations, as well as a means to monitor performance. Trinidad & Tobago's 10-year environmental plan incorporating ISO 14000; ISO 14000 registration audit in India; Use of ISO 14000 as a means to improve regulatory compliance.

Looks at the significance of attaining certification to ISO 14000 Series Standards for industries aiming for worldwide recognition. Facilitation of the exchange of goods and services; Characteristics of industries that conforms to ISO 14000 standards and guidelines; Importance of implementing an ISO 14000 environmental management system (EMS).

Discusses the variety of drivers behind the implementation of an ISO 14000 environmental management system (EMS). Company's internally imposed requirements; Industry-imposed requirements; Regulatory requirements extended by customers; Flow of environmental requirements.

Discusses the fundamental differences between the ISO 9000 and ISO 14000 quality standards. ISO 14000 environmental management system (EMS); Similarities in the methodologies of EMS auditing and ISO 9000 quality management system auditing; Four steps to EMS audit success.

Focuses on the need for the environmental management system (EMS) of companies in the United States to conform with the international ISO 14001 standard. Importance of ample documentation to aid planning and implementation of the EMS; Standard's five levels of documentation; Procedural requirements of the ISO 14001.

Discusses how the ISO 9000 quality management system and the ISO 14000 environmental management system standards can be integrated, as a means for streamlining an organization's operations for maximum efficiency. Securing company buy-in; Defining scope of project; Organizing cross-functional team; Assigning responsibility.

Discusses the function of ISO 14004 in the implementation plans of an organization's environmental management system. Elements of emphasis in ISO 14004; Necessity of conducting initial environmental review to launch the implementation process; List of beneficial issues explored by ISO 14004.

Presents an overview of the International Organization Standard (ISO) 14000 environmental management standards in the United States. Description of ISO 14001; ISO guidance standards; Environmental auditing standards; ISO 14000 labeling and life-cycles.