Introduction
No business can sustain a policy that is unfriendly to either the environment or the safety of people or the safety of society. There is ever-increasing pressures from society and legislation for businesses to maintain production processes that are environmentally friendly. This is a course certified by the International Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and gives a sound qualification for all managers in environmental management.
Professionals must be able to appreciate the environmental effects of production and how these issues relate to climate change, biodiversity, and environmental pollution. The course covers such areas and the relationship between environmental protection and production efficiency, environmental management techniques, legislation and emergency response.
Delegates attending the course will learn about:
- Environmental legislation
- Environmental management
- Waste minimization and pollution prevention
- The types of emergencies that have effects on the environment
- How to plan an environmental management program
Course Objectives of Environmental Management Certificate
- To understand the business benefits of sound environmental management
- To appreciate the environmental management systems
- To know how legislation and international conventions affect businesses
- Become knowledgeable of environmental terms
- Understand the process of waste minimization
Course Process of Environmental Management Certificate
This is an intensive five-day seminar. It is an active program that requires group exercises and discussions with a mixture of speaker input to facilitated discussions and an emphasis on delegate involvement at all times. Optional but necessary to gain certification by CIEH is the passing of an exam on the 6th day.
Course Benefits of Environmental Management Certificate
Delegates attending the course will gain:
- An Internationally recognized certificate
- Confidence in dealing with environmental issues
- Knowledge in Environmental Management systems
- Sound understanding of environmental effects from production processes
- Appreciation of integrating Environment issues within the management systems
Course Results of Environmental Management Certificate
The company that sends personnel to this seminar will gain because:
- Environmental conscious employees will reduce costs
- Employees will understand how environmental consequences can be reduced of the surety that the company will follow best environmental practices
- The employees will realize the legal implications of poor environmental management
- The employees will be able to cascade the knowledge gained and increase their ability to respond flexibly to changing circumstances
Core Competencies of Environmental Management Certificate
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Legislation
- Context of Environment
- Environmental Policy
- Emergency Planning
Course Outlines of Environmental Management Certificate
Day 1: Environmental Context
- How humans interact with the environment
- Definitions: ‘climate change’, ‘air’, ‘water and land pollution’, ‘biodiversity’ and ‘depletion of natural resources’
- The costs of environmental pollution
- The hydrological cycle and the carbon cycle
- Resource Consumption
- Waste minimization
Day 2: Environmental Legislation & Management
- Key aspects and requirements of UK legislation
- Environmental Protection Act, IPPC, PPC
- European directives and national legislation impact on commercial activities
- Common Management Systems
- Environmental Management Systems
- EMAS, ISO 14001
Day 3: Environmental aspects & Policy
- Identify how an organization’s activities can affect the environment
- Identify and describe an organization’s environmental aspects
- Evaluate the significance of environmental effects in order to prioritize an organization’s environmental activities indirect aspects that might have an influence over supplier performance
- How to write an environmental policy
- Appropriate techniques to disseminate the policy
· Case Study
Day 4: Environmental management techniques & Training
- Practical environmental management techniques in waste minimization
- Prioritize actions needed to improve performance
- Changing work activities to improve environmental performance
- Benefits of environmental awareness and management education
- Factors to be considered in the development and content of the training program
- The necessity for feedback and evaluation
Day 5: Environmental Auditing, Reporting, and Emergency Plans
- Undertake an internal audit to an agreed specification and make recommendations
- Producing an environmental report adopting good practice features
- Types of an emergency situation that might have an impact on the environment
- How prior preparation and provision of training and resources can mitigate any effects
- Course Evaluation and Summary
About Madrid
Madrid is a city that combines its enduring history with its cosmopolitan atmosphere to create a destination that favored amongst tourists from around the world. This is a city that is very much bursting at the seams with life and its vibrant atmosphere, cultural attractions and connection with history ensure travelers have everything they could possibly want from a European city break. At the end of a flight to Madrid, there are sites to see, picturesque streets to roam and, of course, excellent shopping opportunities to explore. Visitors can immerse themselves in Madrid's fantastic local culture, its peerless art scene and world acclaimed fine dining. In fact, there is very little that Madrid doesn't have to offer.
Things to do and places to visit in Madrid
The only problem travelers will encounter during their visit to Madrid is knowing what to do first. Sampling the mouth-watering tapas, strolling through one of the many excellent museums or even simply soaking up the atmosphere are all excellent options. Spend a sunny day wandering through the splendid squares or marvel at the intricate architecture of the churches.With so many options, flights to Madrid are great for people of any age or inclination.
When visiting Madrid, be sure to:
- See the superb collection of art is the Museo del Prado.
- Stroll down the Gran Via.
- Enjoy the atmosphere of the Plaza Mayor.
- Wander through the stunning gardens of the Parque del Buen Retiro.
- See the beautiful mansion of the Museo Lazaro Galdiano.
- Find quirky fashions in the Fuencarral market.
- Try some of the many different tapas dishes.
- Visit the statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza in the Plaza de Espana.
- See the breathtaking Basilica de San Francisco El Grande.
- Wander the Casa de Campo park, which is five times the size of Central Park.
- Shop in the luxury boutiques of the Golden Mile.
- Look for bargains at the El Rasto flea market.
- See Picasso's Guernica in the Reina Sofia museum.
- Snack on churros with chocolate.