ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course

December 12, 2025

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ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course

Program Code: TP105
Type of Program: Competency training program
Recognition/Accreditation: Exemplar Global

Training Outline

Training Program Overview

A 5-day Environmental Management System (EMS) Lead Auditor training course has been thoughtfully developed to meet industry demand for competent auditors who can elevate auditing capabilities with broad environmental management knowledge. Essential subjects covered include the organization’s context, environmental aspects and impacts, compliance with environmental laws and regulations, EMS performance evaluation, environmental risk management, emergency preparedness and response, and continuous environmental improvement.

Through this program, participants will gain the ability to conduct effective EMS audits and contribute significantly to improving environmental performance in their organizations.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Understand key concepts, principles, and requirements of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
Apply auditing principles and practices in accordance with ISO 19011 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems.
Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on environmental management system audits in accordance with international standards.
Identify nonconformities and opportunities for improvement in EMS implementation.
Lead and manage audit teams with confidence and competence.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

EMS auditors and lead auditors
Environmental managers and coordinators
Consultants and professionals responsible for ISO 14001 implementation and auditing
Internal auditors aiming to become lead auditors
Individuals aspiring to work as third-party EMS auditors

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

Basic understanding of environmental management systems and ISO 14001:2015 requirements (recommended).
Familiarity with auditing principles and practices (prior audit experience or training is beneficial).

Typical 5-Day Course Structure

Day 1 – Introduction & Context of ISO 14001

Introduction to course and EMS audit fundamentals
Overview of ISO 14001:2015 environmental management system requirements
Context of the organization, interested parties, and EMS scope

Day 2 – Planning & Audit Preparation

Environmental aspects and impacts, compliance obligations
Risk and opportunity management in EMS
Audit criteria and planning techniques
Developing the audit plan and audit checklists

Day 3 – On-Site or Mock Audit Execution

Conducting audit activities on-site
Collecting, verifying, and evaluating objective evidence
Interview methods and observation skills
Identifying conformity and nonconformity

Day 4 – Reporting & Audit Follow-Up

Preparing audit reports
Writing clear nonconformity statements
Reviewing corrective actions
Closing meetings and auditor communication

Day 5 – Lead Auditor Competencies & Certification Exam

Leading audit teams and managing audit programs
Practical exercises and case studies
Final review and (if applicable) certification assessment

Training Methodology

The course applies practical case studies, group exercises, discussions, and role-plays to enhance learning and apply auditing techniques in realistic EMS scenarios. Participants are encouraged to engage interactively throughout the sessions.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Lead Auditor Certificate issued by Exemplar Global under recognition. Certification may require attendance above a minimum threshold and passing any final examination or assessment, depending on the provider’s requirements.