LICQual ISO 14001:2026 EMS (Environmental Management System) Internal Auditor Course

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, Applicants will be able to:

Internal Audit Governance & ISO 19011 Principles

• Understand the principles and framework of internal auditing under ISO 19011.
• Learn the governance requirements for effective EMS internal audits.
• Develop knowledge of auditor roles, responsibilities, and ethical standards.
• Identify best practices for audit planning, oversight, and documentation.
• Understand the integration of audit governance with ISO 14001:2026 EMS requirements.
• Apply internal audit principles to improve organizational compliance and environmental performance.

Auditing ISO 14001 Requirements & Compliance Obligations

• Analyze ISO 14001:2026 EMS clauses and compliance obligations for auditing purposes.
• Learn techniques to assess adherence to environmental policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify gaps, non-conformities, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Apply ISO 14001:2026 criteria to evaluate environmental objectives and controls.
• Develop skills for systematic evidence collection and verification.
• Ensure alignment of audit findings with organizational EMS goals and legal obligations.

Risk-Based Audit Planning & Integrated Audit Programs

• Learn to design risk-based audit plans aligned with ISO 14001:2026 EMS.
• Integrate multiple audit programs for efficiency and comprehensive coverage.
• Identify high-risk areas to prioritize auditing activities.
• Apply AI-assisted tools for data analysis and audit scheduling.
• Develop strategies for resource allocation and team coordination.
• Enhance organizational readiness through proactive audit planning.

Conducting EMS Audits & Evidence Validation

• Execute EMS audits systematically according to ISO 14001:2026 standards.
• Collect, analyze, and validate audit evidence effectively.
• Evaluate operational processes against environmental objectives.
• Identify non-conformities and potential risks with accuracy.
• Apply digital technologies to streamline data collection and verification.
• Document findings clearly to support corrective and preventive actions.

AI & Digital Tools for Environmental Assurance

• Explore AI applications for monitoring environmental management system performance.
• Use predictive analytics to identify potential environmental risks.
• Apply remote sensing and digital tools for real-time EMS audits.
• Enhance audit accuracy and efficiency with automated data collection.
• Integrate AI-driven insights into decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Develop strategies for leveraging digital technologies to support EMS compliance.

Reporting, Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action Assurance

• Learn techniques for comprehensive audit reporting and presentation of findings.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify underlying issues in EMS processes.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans to address non-conformities.
• Monitor implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Apply AI tools to track trends, analyze performance, and predict future risks.
• Ensure audit outcomes contribute to continual improvement and ISO 14001:2026 EMS compliance.