In this post I thought we could spend some time looking at the opportunities that can occur from effectively dealing with environmental risks. ISO 14001:2015 defines risks as ‘potential adverse effects’ and opportunities as ‘potential beneficial effects’. From dealing with a … [Read more...] about A risk creates an opportunity
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NEBOSH Environment Management Certificate Practical Assessment (2021 syllabus) – Tips for your Success
In this post I thought we could look at what you need to do to pass the NEBOSH environmental management certificate practical assignment (called in NEBOSH speak EMC2). The assignment does not have a pass mark, you gain a pass by making sure you hit several stated … [Read more...] about NEBOSH Environment Management Certificate Practical Assessment (2021 syllabus) – Tips for your Success
Managing organisational environmental compliance obligations
What are compliance obligations ‘Compliance obligations’ is a term that was introduced in the latest 2015 version of the environmental management system standard ISO 14001. It is a term that essentially incorporates two categories of things that an organisation must comply … [Read more...] about Managing organisational environmental compliance obligations
New year new start – five new year’s resolutions for environmental practitioners
To some extent I think this year has been a strange one, not quite as strange as 2020 but with the shadow of the pandemic still looming large it’s certainly not been normal! Right at the start of a new year is always a good time to reflect on the past year and see whether we … [Read more...] about New year new start – five new year’s resolutions for environmental practitioners
Did you know we can footprint water?
Setting the scene Water is an essential resource, without drinking it for example we can only survive for a few days. It also has many significant uses for agriculture and industry. Water demand is rising due to increases in populations and our ever-increasing need. When … [Read more...] about Did you know we can footprint water?