Environmental Management System Flashcards
Annex SL provides the high-level structure of ISO 14001. Which other management standards use Annex SL?
ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
What does PDCA stand for?
Plan, Do, Check, Act
Which document provides guidance on auditing management systems?
ISO 19011
Within ISO 14001, what does “can” refer to?
A possibility or a capability
The intended outcome of an environmental management system is:
a) All of the above
b) Fulfilment of compliance obligations
c) Achievement of environmental objectives
d) Enhancement of environmental performance
All of the above
Which of the below are examples of an interested party? Communities, Suppliers or Custoemrs
All
Change to the environment, whether adverse or beneficial, wholly or partially resulting from an organization’s environmental aspects
“Environmental Impact” in ISO 14001
Objective set by the organization consistent with its environmental policy
“Environmental objective” in ISO 14001
Clause 5.2 states ‘The environmental policy shall…’
a) Be communicated within the organization
b) Be maintained as documented information
c) Be available to interested parties
All
In line with clause 9.2.1, when should internal audits occur?
At planned intervals
In line with clause 9.3, who is responsible for reviewing the organization’s environmental management system at planned intervals?
Top Management
Organizations are required to comply with legal requirements related to an organization’s environmental aspects. If applicable, these can include:
International, national and local laws and regulations
Rules or guidance from regulatory agencies
Requirements from government entities or other relevant authorities
All
The external conditions affecting the growth of plants and animals.
Environment
A person who is concerned with, or advocates the protection of the environment
Environmentalist
The study of the interaction of humans with their environment.
Ecology
