Exemplar Global RTP Certified Training

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Curriculum

19 Chapters · 171 Lessons

  1. 1

    INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

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      Introduction to the Course

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      ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Study Guide

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    INTRODUCTION TO ISO AND ISO 14001:2015

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      Introduction | ISO and ISO 14001

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      Introduction to ISO

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      Introduction to ISO 14001

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      Connection Between ISO 14001 and Other Standards

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      Benefits of Adopting ISO 14001

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      Steps to Adopt ISO 14001

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      ISO 14001 Certification

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      Conclusion | Introduction to ISO and ISO 14001

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      Quiz: Introduction to ISO and ISO 14001

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    FUNDAMENTALS OF ISO 14001

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      Introduction | Fundamentals of ISO 14001

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      Annex SL

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      High-Level Structure (HLS)

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      Benefits of the High-Level Structure

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      The Process Approach in ISO 14001

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      Example: The Process Approach in ISO 14001

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      Managing Processes for Effective Environmental Management

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      Improvement in ISO 14001

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      Conclusion | Fundamentals of ISO 14001

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      Quiz: Fundamentals of ISO 14001

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    CLAUSES 0-3: BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS

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      Clause 0 - Introduction to ISO 14001

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      Clause 0.1 - Background of ISO 14001

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      Clause 0.2 - Aim of an Environmental Management System

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      Clause 0.3 - Success Factors

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      Clause 0.4 - Plan-Do-Check-Act Model

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      Clause 0.5 - Contents of this International Standard

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      Clause 1 - Scope of ISO 14001

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      Clause 2 - Normative References

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      Clause 3 - Terms and Definitions

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      Quiz: Clauses 0-3: Background Requirements

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    CLAUSE 4 - CONTEXT OF THE ORGANIZATION

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      Overview | Clause 4 - Context of the Organization

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      Clause 4.1 - Understanding the Organization and its Context

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      Clause 4.2 - Understanding the Needs and Expectations of Interested Parties (2)

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      Clause 4.3 - Determining the Scope of the Environmental Management System (1)

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      Clause 4.4 - Environmental Management System

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      Conclusion | Clause 4 - Context of the Organization

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 4

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      Quiz: Clause 4 - Context of the Organization

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    CLAUSE 5 - LEADERSHIP

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      Overview | Clause 5 - Leadership

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      Clause 5.1 - Leadership and Commitment

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      Clause 5.2 - Environmental Policy

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      Clause 5.3 - Organizational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities

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      Conclusion | Clause 5 - Leadership

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 5

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      Quiz: Clause 5 - Leadership

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    CLAUSE 6 - PLANNING

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      Overview | Clause 6 - Planning

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      Clause 6.1 - Actions to Address Risks and Opportunities

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      Risks vs. Opportunities in ISO 14001

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      Clause 6.1.1 - General (Risks and Opportunities

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      Clause 6.1.2 - Environmental Aspects

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      Clause 6.1.3 - Compliance Obligations

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      Clause 6.1.4 - Planning Action

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      Clause 6.2 - Environmental Objectives and Planning to Achieve The,

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      Clause 6.2.1 - Environmental Objectives

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      Clause 6.2.2 - Planning Actions to Achieve Environmental Objectives

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      Conclusion | Clause 6 - Planning

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 6

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      Quiz: Clause 6 - Planning

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    CLAUSE 7 - SUPPORT

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      Overview | Clause 7 - Support

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      Clause 7.1 - Resources

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      Clause 7.2 - Competence

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      Clause 7.3 - Awareness

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      Overview | Clause 7.4 - Communication

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      Clause 7.4.1 - General (Communication)

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      Clause 7.4.2 - Internal Communication

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      Clause 7.4.3 - External Communication

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      Overview | Clause 7.5 - Documented Information

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      Clause 7.5.1 - General (Documented Information)

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      Clause 7.5.2 - Creating and Updating

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      Clause 7.5.3 - Control of Documented Information

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      Conclusion | Clause 7 - Support

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 7

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      Quiz: Clause 7 - Support

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    CLAUSE 8 - OPERATION

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      Overview | Clause 8 - Operation

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      Clause 8.1 (Part One) - Operational Planning and Control

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      Clause 8.1 (Part Two) - Life Cycle Perspective

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      Clause 8.2 - Emergency Preparedness

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      Conclusion | Clause 8 - Operation

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 8

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      Quiz: Clause 8 - Operation

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    CLAUSE 9 - PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

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      Overview | Clause 9 - Performance Evaluation

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      Clause 9.1 - Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis and Evaluation

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      Clause 9.1.1 - General (Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis, and Evaluation

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      Clause 9.1.2 - Evaluation of Compliance

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      Clause 9.2 - Internal Audit

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      Clause 9.2.1 - General (Internal Audit)

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      Clause 9.2.2 - Internal Audit Programme

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      Clause 9.3 - Management Review (Part One)

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      Clause 9.3 - Management Review (Part Two)

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      Conclusion | Clause 9 - Performance Evaluation

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 9

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      Quiz: Clause 9 - Performance Evaluation

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    CLAUSE 10 - IMPROVEMENT

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      Overview | Clause 10 - Improvement

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      Clause 10.1 - General (Improvement)

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      Clause 10.2 - Nonconformity and Corrective Action

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      Clause 10.3 - Continual Improvement

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      Conclusion | Clause 10 - Improvement

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      Tips for Auditors | Clause 10

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      Quiz: Clause 10 - Improvement

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    DOCUMENTATION IN ISO 14001

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      Introduction | Documentation in ISO 14001

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      What is Documented Information in ISO 14001?

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      Purpose of Documentation in ISO 14001

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      Understanding Documentation Formats in ISO 14001

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      Lifecycle of Documentation in ISO 14001

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      Mandatory Documents in ISO 14001

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      Mandatory Records in ISO 14001

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      Key Aspects of Records

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      Additional Documentation

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      Dual Role of Documentation - Documents -> Records

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      Conclusion | Documentation in ISO 14001

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      Quiz: Documentation

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    INTRODUCTION TO AUDITING

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      Introduction to Auditing (ISO 19011)

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      Terms & Definitions - Types of Audits

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      Terms & Definitions - Audit Outcomes

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      Terms & Definitions - Audit Personnel

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      Principles of Auditing

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      Remote Auditing

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      Determining Audit Risks and Opportunities

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      Stages of an Audit

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      Quiz: Introduction to Auditing

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    PLANNING AND PREPARING FOR THE AUDIT

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      Audit Preparation and Planning

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      Audit Objectives, Scope, and Criteria

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      Initial Contact with Auditee

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      Assessing Feasibility of an Audit

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      Documentation Review

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      Risk-Based Approach to Auditing

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      Details for the Audit Plan

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      Considerations for Audit Planning

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      Audit Work Documents

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      Quiz: Planning and Preparing for the Audit

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    CONDUCTING THE AUDIT

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      Conducting the Opening Meeting

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      Communication During the Audit

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      Overview of the Information Collection Process

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      Interviewing

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      Sampling

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      Audit Findings

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      Types of Audit Findings

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      Audit Conclusions

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      Conducting the Closing Meeting

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      Quiz: Conducting the Audit

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    COMPLETING THE AUDIT

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      Audit Report

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      Distributing the Audit Report

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      Audit Completion

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      Audit Follow-Up

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      Quiz: Completing the Audit

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    MANAGING AN AUDIT PROGRAMME

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      Overview of Managing an Audit Programme

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      Establishing Audit Programme Objectives

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      Determining Audit Programme Risks and Opportunities

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      Audit Programme Manager(s)

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      Competence of the Audit Programme Manager

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      Determining the Extent of the Audit Programme

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      Audit Programme Resources

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      Selecting Audit Team Members

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      Managing Audit Programme Results

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      Managing Audit Programme Documents and Records

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      Monitoring the Audit Programme

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      Reviewing and Improving the Audit Programme

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      Quiz: Managing an Audit Programme

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    LEADING AUDITS

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      Lead Auditor Competence

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      Achieving Auditor Competence

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      Auditor Behavior

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      Knowledge and Skills of Management System Auditors

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      Auditor Evaluation Process

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      Assigning Audit Responsibilities

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      Conflict Management as a Lead Auditor

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      Coordinating Audit Findings

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      Maintaining and Improving Auditor Competence

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      Quiz: Leading Audits

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    Final Exam

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      Final Exam Instructions

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      Final Exam

What you'll Receive

Internationally Recognized Training

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certificate

Exemplar Global RTP Certified

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About the Course

Course Overview This Exemplar Global–recognized ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor training program provides participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical competencies needed to conduct first-, second-, and third-party audits of environmental management systems in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1. Designed for both emerging and experienced professionals, the course blends structured instruction with real-world audit application. Learners will explore ISO 14001 requirements, audit methodology, sampling techniques, process auditing strategies, and audit team leadership. Throughout the self-paced online modules, participants complete scenario-based exercises, case studies, and checkpoint quizzes to reinforce comprehension and build auditor competence. Who Should Attend? This self-paced certification program is ideal for: * Individuals seeking to become certified ISO 14001 Lead Auditors * Environmental Managers and EHS professionals * Consultants supporting environmental management system implementation * Operations and Compliance Managers responsible for ISO oversight * Technical experts preparing for supplier or certification audits * Professionals pursuing integrated auditor pathways (9001, 14001, 45001) Course Structure (Self-Paced) | Total Duration: 32 Hours Delivered entirely online and self-paced, this course is divided into four core modules plus a final examination. Participants can complete each module at their convenience while meeting assessment requirements. Learning Objectives By the end of this 32-hour self-paced training, participants will be able to: * Understand the structure, purpose, and principles of ISO 14001 * Interpret ISO 14001:2015 requirements from an auditor's perspective * Apply auditing principles and process-based audit techniques * Plan, conduct, and report on ISO 14001 audits in accordance with ISO 19011 * Evaluate an organization's environmental processes, controls, and performance * Lead audit teams effectively and manage audit findings * Assess conformity, identify nonconformities, and verify corrective actions • Understand certification body requirements under ISO/IEC 17021-1 Certification The course is developed and delivered to meet Exemplar Global training and competency requirements. Upon completing all modules and passing the final examination, participants will receive an internationally recognized ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certificate | Issued by Peak Certification Center (RMR).  This certification verifies competence to perform internal, supplier, and third-party audits of environmental management systems.