ISO 14001 2015 Edition, “Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use,” has just been released. This long-awaited 3rd Edition replaces the 2nd Edition from 2004, which is now obsolete. This is the document that you need to use when preparing for certification to the ISO Environmental Management System itself. So if you’re registered for ISO 14001, you’ll need this new copy before your next audit is due.
How can I get a copy of ISO 14001 2015 now?
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What are the key changes in the new ISO 14001 2015 Edition?
- Greater focus on leadership
- Better integration with an organization’s strategic planning processes
- Addition of proactive initiatives to protect the environment from harm and degradation, such as sustainable resource use and climate change mitigation
- Improving environmental performance has been added
- Lifecycle thinking is now necessary when considering environmental aspects
- The need for a communications strategy has been added
You’ll also notice that the organization of the standard itself has been modified. This is to bring all the management system standards into a “harmonized” state so that one set of terms and definitions, for example, are the same throughout all the various series.
How soon do I need to comply with the ISO 14001 2015 Edition?
The committee in charge of the document has mandated a three-year transition period. So for sure, you need to have moved from the 2004 requirements to those of the new 2015 edition within 3 years from today. However, since there’s always the possibilities of delays, Document Center Inc. strongly suggests that you give yourself a cushion and choose an earlier date for your transition.
Will there be more Editions of the ISO 14001 available?
Yes, many standards jurisdictions will be adopting this document and issuing their own versions. So, for example, if you are required to meet EN standards, you’ll probably want to get an EN ISO 14001 2015 adoption which is already available in some national editions today. So go ahead and order the BS EN ISO 14001 2015 Edition from us now! Other options are sure to follow shortly.
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