The LSQA ISO 14001:2026 Transition Training Course is designed to help organizations and environmental professionals understand the key changes introduced in ISO 14001:2026 and successfully transition from ISO 14001:2015. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the revised requirements, implementation strategies, and practical actions needed to maintain compliance and ensure a smooth migration to the new standard.

The course provides a detailed comparison between ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 14001:2026, highlighting new requirements, revised terminology, enhanced climate change considerations, risk management, sustainability expectations, and updated implementation guidance. Practical exercises and real-world examples enable participants to confidently plan and manage the transition process within their organizations.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key changes introduced in ISO 14001:2026.
• Compare the requirements of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 14001:2026.
• Identify the impact of the revised requirements on existing Environmental Management Systems.
• Develop an effective transition plan for certification.
• Update documented information to meet the new requirements.
• Integrate new environmental and sustainability considerations into the EMS.
• Support a successful transition audit and maintain certification.
• Drive continual environmental improvement using the updated standard.

Language: Arabic & English

Duration: 8 Hours (Accredited) Delivery: Classroom or In-House

Certificate: International Certificate of Completion Examination: Not Required

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 or experience with Environmental Management Systems is recommended.

Target Audience: Environmental Managers, HSE Managers, EMS Coordinators, Internal Auditors, Consultants, Compliance Officers, Management Representatives, and professionals responsible for implementing or maintaining ISO 14001 certification.

Course Fee: 95 US$ per participant, including training materials, transition guidance, comparison workbook, venue, certificate, refreshments, and a light lunch.

ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems Awareness Training Course

The LSQA ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Awareness Training Course provides participants with a clear understanding of the principles, structure, and requirements of ISO 14001:2015. This introductory course is designed to build awareness of environmental management concepts, sustainable business practices, environmental protection, legal compliance, and continual improvement.

Participants will gain practical knowledge of how an Environmental Management System helps organizations reduce environmental impacts, improve resource efficiency, achieve regulatory compliance, and strengthen environmental performance. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, attendees will understand their roles and responsibilities in supporting an effective Environmental Management System.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and benefits of ISO 14001:2015.
• Explain the principles of Environmental Management Systems.
• Recognize the structure and key requirements of ISO 14001:2015.
• Understand environmental aspects, impacts, and compliance obligations.
• Identify employee responsibilities within an Environmental Management System.
• Appreciate the importance of pollution prevention, sustainability, and continual improvement.
• Support organizational environmental objectives and legal compliance.
• Contribute to maintaining an effective Environmental Management System.

Language: Arabic & English

Duration: 4 Hours (Accredited) Delivery: Classroom or In-House

Certificate: International Certificate of Completion Examination: Not Required

Prerequisites: None

Target Audience: All Employees, Environmental Coordinators, HSE Personnel, Supervisors, Team Leaders, Department Managers, Administrative Staff, and anyone seeking a general understanding of ISO 14001:2015.

Course Fee: 45 US$ per participant, including training materials, course handouts, venue, certificate, refreshments, and a light lunch.

The LSQA ISO 14001:2015 Documentation Training Course provides participants with the practical knowledge and implementation tools required to design, document, implement, and maintain an Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001:2015. Designed for environmental professionals, HSE managers, consultants, and implementation teams, this interactive course combines international best practices with practical workshops to help participants confidently develop a fully documented Environmental Management System.

Participants will gain hands-on experience using essential EMS implementation and documentation tools, including project planning, communication planning, environmental aspects and impacts assessment, compliance obligations, organizational context, interested parties, environmental objectives, operational controls, process mapping, documented information, risk and opportunity management, emergency preparedness, and continual improvement. Real-world case studies and industry-specific examples ensure practical understanding and immediate workplace application.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the documentation requirements of ISO 14001:2015.
• Develop and implement a documented Environmental Management System.
• Identify environmental aspects, impacts, and compliance obligations.
• Define the organization's context and interested parties.
• Develop environmental policies, objectives, procedures, and documented information.
• Apply risk and opportunity management within an EMS.
• Prepare an effective EMS implementation plan.
• Maintain and continually improve documented environmental information.
• Support successful ISO 14001 certification and ongoing compliance.

Language: Arabic & English

Duration: 8 Hours (Accredited) Delivery: Classroom or In-House

Certificate: International Certificate of Completion Examination: Not Required

Prerequisites: None

Target Audience: Environmental Managers, HSE Managers, Compliance Officers, Consultants, Internal Auditors, Process Owners, and professionals responsible for implementing or maintaining an Environmental Management System.

Course Fee: 85 US$ per participant, including training materials, an original copy of the ISO 14001:2015 standard, venue, certificate, refreshments, and a light lunch.

The LSQA ISO 14001:2015 Internal Auditor Training Course equips participants with the knowledge and practical auditing skills required to plan, conduct, report, and follow up Environmental Management System (EMS) audits in accordance with ISO 14001:2015 and the auditing guidelines of ISO 19011:2018. Through practical workshops and real-world case studies, participants develop the competence to evaluate EMS effectiveness and identify opportunities for continual environmental improvement.

The course covers the complete internal audit process, including audit planning, checklist preparation, interviewing techniques, evidence gathering, identification of nonconformities, reporting findings, corrective action verification, and audit follow-up.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the requirements of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 19011:2018.
• Explain the principles of management system auditing.
• Plan and prepare an effective EMS audit programme.
• Develop audit plans and audit checklists.
• Conduct process-based environmental audits.
• Gather and evaluate objective audit evidence.
• Identify and report audit findings and nonconformities.
• Verify corrective actions and continual improvement activities.
• Prepare professional internal audit reports.

Language: Arabic & English

Duration: 16 Hours (Accredited) Delivery: Classroom or In-House

Certificate: International Certificate of Completion Examination: Yes

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 is recommended.

Target Audience: Internal Auditors, Environmental Managers, HSE Managers, Compliance Officers, Consultants, Management Representatives, and professionals responsible for conducting internal EMS audits.

Course Fee: 175 US$ per participant, including training materials, ISO 19011 guidance, venue, certificate, refreshments, and a light lunch.

The LSQA ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course is an intensive professional program designed to develop the knowledge and practical auditing skills required to perform first, second, and third-party Environmental Management System (EMS) audits in accordance with ISO 14001:2015, ISO 19011:2018, and the auditing principles of ISO/IEC 17021-1. Through interactive workshops, audit simulations, and practical exercises, participants gain the competence and confidence to lead audit teams and assess Environmental Management Systems effectively.

The course covers audit planning, audit team leadership, process-based auditing, interviewing techniques, evidence collection, nonconformity reporting, corrective action evaluation, audit reporting, and closing meetings, preparing participants to lead professional management system audits.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Interpret the requirements of ISO 14001:2015.
• Apply ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 auditing principles.
• Plan, organize, and lead Environmental Management System audits.
• Prepare audit plans, checklists, and working documents.
• Conduct opening and closing meetings effectively.
• Gather, verify, and evaluate objective audit evidence.
• Identify, classify, and report nonconformities.
• Evaluate corrective actions and verify their effectiveness.
• Prepare professional audit reports.
• Lead audit teams with confidence and competence.

Language: Arabic & English

Duration: 40 Hours (5 Days) Delivery: Classroom or In-House

Certificate: International Certificate of Completion

Examination: Yes

Prerequisites: A good understanding of ISO 14001:2015 and Environmental Management Systems is recommended.

Target Audience: Environmental Managers, Lead Auditors, Internal Auditors, HSE Managers, Consultants, Compliance Officers, Certification Professionals, and individuals seeking professional Lead Auditor qualifications.

Course Fee: Contact LSQA for current course fees, schedules, and registration details.