1. ISO 14000• A set of standards that address environmental issues. This initiative began in 1993 when the ISO formed TC207 (technical committee). • This set of standards is designed to be administered like the ISO9000 quality standards. Basically, documenting the process, and ensuring that the documented process is followed. - “say what you do, do what you say”. • ISO 9000 and 14000 are compatible and can be integrated. - environmental performance evaluation • The standard includes the following sections, 14000 - the main guide to the 14000 standards 14001 - the most stringent environmental certification 14010-14019 - guidelines for auditing 14010 - the general principles of environmental auditing 14011-1 - auditing of environmental management systems 14011-2 - audits to check for compliance 14012 - qualification of auditors 14014 - a guide to performing an initial environmental review 14020-14024 - environmental labelling 14020 - basic principles for environmental labelling 14021 - terms and definitions for labelling 14022 - symbols used in labelling 14023 - testing and verification methods for labelling 14024 - methods used by labelling teams 14031 - methods for evaluating environmental performance 14041-14044 - life cycle assessment 14060 - inclusion of environmental aspects in product standards • As with ISO9000 the basic process is, 1. Make a decision to obtain certification. 2. Plan the preparation process (possibly hire a consultant). 5. Document the corrected system. 6. Request a certification visit. 7. The certification team visits to ensure compliance. 8. Certification may be granted. 9. Internal audits and updates done as called for in ISO14000 documents. 10. Occasional visits to ensure compliance to renew certification. 1.1 PRACTICE PROBLEMS |