Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is an EMS?
An EMS is a set of prescribed management principles, which,
if followed, ensure that the effects (on the environment) of any business
activities are under control.
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What is ISO 14001?
ISO 14001 is an international standard of environmental management:
- it is a document that contains a set of relatively simple sections, describing what is required to
achieve certification to the ISO standard.
- certification means that your site or business is assessed by nationally
accredited auditors and has achieved and continues to achieve the requirements
of the Standard.
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Why should I bother? What advantage does it give to my business?
Achieving the ISO 14001 Standard shows the world - your customers and your ‘stakeholders’- that you are responsible and care about
the environmental impact of your business.
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What is EMAS?
EMAS is the European equivalent of ISO 14001. It has two distinct differences from ISO14001:
- It requires that you issue a fully audited public statement of your environmental
activities at least every three years
- EMAS is withdrawn if the site is under threat of prosecution for an
environmental offence
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What is the difference between ISO 9001 and 14001?
ISO9001 is for product quality what ISO 14001 is for
Environmental Management – they both require you to do what you say you do.
There is one important difference: ISO 14001 requires a
commitment to continually improve.
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