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Understand EMS
Purpose, environmental performance, compliance obligations and environmental objectives.
CQI | IRCA CERTIFIED TRAINING • PR376
ISO 14001:2026 EMS Lead Auditor Course
Develop the competence to plan, conduct, report and follow up environmental management system audits, including first-, second- and third-party audits.
✓ 40 hours indicative✓ Practical audit activities✓ Professional level
EMS
ISO 14001:2026
Environmental Management Systems
Lead Auditor
CQI | IRCA Certified Training • PR376
- Environmental performance
- Compliance obligations
- Audit planning & execution
- Reporting & follow-up
Course overview
Build professional competence to audit an Environmental Management System
This CQI and IRCA Certified EMS auditor training course develops the knowledge and skills required to audit ISO 14001-based management systems and manage the complete audit cycle.
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Plan audits
Define audit objectives, scope and criteria and prepare effective audit activities.
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Conduct audits
Gather objective evidence and perform first-, second- and third-party EMS audits.
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Report & follow up
Prepare clear audit reports, communicate findings and follow up audit conclusions.
Learning objectives
What participants will learn
- Explain the purpose of an EMS and the benefits of improving environmental performance.
- Explain the auditor's role in planning, conducting, reporting and following up EMS audits.
- Plan an EMS audit against defined criteria.
- Conduct and report an EMS audit to establish conformity or otherwise with ISO 14001.
- Apply ISO 19011 and ISO 17021 where appropriate.
- Communicate audit findings clearly and professionally.
Course journey
Core curriculum
EMS context
Environmental issues, EMS purpose, context and intended outcomes.
Leadership & planning
Leadership, planning, support, environmental aspects and compliance obligations.
Operation
Implementation, operational controls and environmental management activities.
Audit techniques
Audit management, evidence, competence and practical audit exercises.
Performance & follow-up
Performance evaluation, improvement, audit reporting and follow-up.
Assessment & certification
Demonstrate both knowledge and practical auditing skill
Practical assessment
Learners are assessed through practical tasks and activities during the course.
Examination
Learners must pass either a 1 hour 45 minute online examination or a 2 hour written examination.
Certification pathway
The course meets the training requirements for IRCA's EMS Auditor Scheme, subject to the applicable certification criteria.
Who should attend
Designed for professionals who need EMS audit competence
Environmental Managers
EHS Professionals
Internal Auditors
Supplier Auditors
EMS Consultants
Aspiring EMS Auditors
Admission enquiry
Request batch dates, fees and enrolment details
Contact HGP Training Center for the confirmed programme schedule, delivery mode, seat availability and enrolment information.
WhatsApp / Call: +91 9687458117Alternate: +91 7043430680Email: admin@hgptrainingcenter.inAlternate Email: hgptrainingcenter@gmail.comVenue: HGP Training Center, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
FAQ
ISO 14001:2026 EMS Lead Auditor course questions
What is PR376?
PR376 is the CQI and IRCA course code for the ISO 14001:2026 Lead Auditor course for Environmental Management Systems.
What audits does the course prepare learners to perform?
The course aims to develop knowledge and skills for first-, second- and third-party EMS audits against ISO 14001.
What is the course duration?
CQI and IRCA list the indicative course duration as 40 hours.
How are learners assessed?
Learners complete practical tasks and activities and must also pass either a 1 hour 45 minute online examination or a 2 hour written examination.
What prior knowledge is recommended?
Recommended knowledge includes ISO 14001 requirements and terminology, PDCA, the core elements of a management system, and the intended outcomes of an EMS.