ISO 14001 – Frequently Asked Questions

ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised Environmental Management System (EMS) standard. It helps organisations manage environmental impacts, improve resource efficiency and demonstrate responsibility to stakeholders.
It reduces risk, streamlines processes and provides a framework for continual improvement. Many clients prefer or expect certified suppliers, so certification can strengthen bids and reputation.
Businesses of all sizes across manufacturing, construction, energy and the public sector, plus any organisation seeking to cut waste, save costs and evidence environmental responsibility.
Fewer errors and inefficiencies, improved resource efficiency, potential cost reductions (including possible insurance savings), stronger competitiveness and clearer decision-making through formalised processes.
Yes. A robust EMS can reduce the need for surveillance visits and minimise disruption by showing regulators that risks are identified, controlled and reviewed.
By tightening processes, reducing waste and energy use, and preventing incidents that cause downtime—freeing up time, money and resources.
Certification provides credible proof to customers, local authorities and nearby residents that you manage environmental risks responsibly.
Yes. It integrates well with ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 45001 (health & safety) to create a single, streamlined management system.
We implement, maintain and develop EMSs tailored to your operations—never an off-the-shelf package. Support is available as a project, on a retained basis or pay-as-you-go.
Yes. We support SSIP accreditation through the relevant member schemes listed on the SSIP website—useful alongside an EMS for pre-qualification and client requirements.
Typically a gap analysis, action plan, documentation and process improvements, training, internal audits and management review—followed by an independent certification audit.
Manufacturers may be eligible for funding. Get in touch and we’ll advise on current options.
Yes. We offer an Online Environmental Awareness course you can complete yourself—visit our E-training shop to enrol.
Choose a bespoke project, a monthly retainer for ongoing support or pay-as-you-go—whatever fits your needs and budget.