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Environmental Management System (EMS)
To develop a customised environmental management system that suits your existing business processes, procedures, objectives and policies, engage HSE Australia’s expert consultants.
Our environmental team will work with you to understand your goals and build an EMS that’s tailored to you and capable of growing with your organisation.
HSE Australia can:
- Conduct reviews of existing systems
- Evaluate procedures
- Advise on next steps
- Implement an agreed EMS
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What is an environmental management system?
An Environmental Management System (EMS) is a quality management strategy focused on procedures and policies that minimise environmental risks.
It is a guiding document that helps an organisation achieve its environmental goals and should relate to its strategic plan, taking into consideration globally recognised categorisations like ISO 1400.
What is an environmental management system?
An Environmental Management System (EMS) is a quality management strategy focused on procedures and policies that minimise environmental risks.
It is a guiding document that helps an organisation achieve its environmental goals and should relate to its strategic plan, taking into consideration globally recognised categorisations like ISO 1400.
What is ISO 1400 and ISO 14004?
ISO 1400 refers to the environmental management standard series applicable on a global scale.
ISO 14004 refers to the guidelines on principles, systems and support techniques for an environmental management system. It’s a non-certifiable framework that provides comprehensive guidance for organisations when establishing their EMS.
Additionally, ISO 14001 can be applied for certification, regulatory compliance and contractual use.
What do HSE Australia’s EMS services include?
Our experienced team offers a range of services covering different environmental concerns:
- Contaminated land: our land contamination consultants undertake investigation and analysis to provide recommendations and validation.
- Lab analysis: our NATA-accredited laboratory in Adelaide assures cost-effective handling and short turn around times. Your samples are tested by an experienced and certified lab technician.
- Monitoring programs: our environmental specialists can design, implement, validate, review and report on site-based monitoring programs to meet individual EPA Licence conditions.
What are the key components of an environmental management system?
- Assessment: understand existing environmental strategies
- Planning: identify needs and set objectives
- Implementation: set the processes in motion
- Monitoring: measure performance
- Improvement: continuously update the EMS
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To get started with your environmental management system, request a call-back or book a consultation with HSE Australia.
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What is the difference between ISO 14001 and ISO 14004?
ISO 14001 provides certification, regulatory compliance and contractual applications for your environmental management system, whereas ISO 14004 provides guidelines for building an EMS and is not certifiable.
Why should my organisation implement an EMS?
Implementing an environmental management system through a third party like HSE Australia presents a multitude of benefits:
- Improved environmental performance
- Regulatory compliance
- Cost efficiency
- Enhanced reputation
- Better risk management
Does an environmental management system help with legal compliance?
Yes. Our environmental management systems can integrate regulatory considerations specific to your industry to ensure ongoing compliance.
What industries can benefit from an environmental management system?
Industries with high environmental impact can benefit from an EMS:
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