Overview

Environmental issues impact on every organisation. The rising costs of energy and raw materials, growing awareness of stakeholders and increasing environmental legislation are forcing organisations to address their own environmental performance.

Many organisations have identified that tackling environmental issues can bring benefits to their business including reduced waste and utility costs, reduced liabilities and access to new markets and investors. This qualification has been designed for all members of staff whose activities could have a significant impact on the environment, or supervisors or managers who are being introduced to environmental issues for the first time.

Outline programme

The qualification covers the following topics:

• Environmental impacts and sustainability
• Understanding environmental aspects
• Principles of environmental law
• Energy use and carbon management
• Resource efficiency and waste minimisation
• Water management
• Pollution prevention and emergency planning
• Environmental management systems

Qualification information

Duration: One-day programme

Assessment: 30 MCQ exam paper

Ofqual Accredited: Yes

Prerequisite: None