The Truth About Aspects and Impacts in ISO 14001

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Summary

In this conversation, Alex from JWA Management Consulting discusses the intricacies of ISO 14001 and environmental management systems. He explains the concepts of aspects and impacts, common pitfalls organisations face, and the importance of engaging employees in the process. The discussion also covers how to identify significant aspects, the role of legal compliance, and the importance of stakeholder engagement. Alex emphasises the need for continuous improvement and shares tools and resources that can aid organisations in their environmental management journey. The conversation concludes with success stories and contact information for further engagement.

Takeaways

Aspects are how an organisation interacts with the environment.

Impacts are the consequences of those interactions.

Many organisations treat environmental management as a tick-box exercise.

Engaging employees at all levels is crucial for effective environmental management.

Identifying aspects requires a thorough understanding of the organisation's operations.

Significant aspects are those that could have a major impact on the environment.

Legal compliance is a key component of environmental management.

Stakeholder engagement can drive improvements in environmental practices.

Continuous improvement is essential for effective environmental management.

Tools and resources are available to assist organisations in their environmental journey.

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Auva Website: www.auva.com

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Michael Venner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvenner-isocertificationexpert/

JWA Management Consultancy Website: https://www.jwallcock.co.uk/

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Alex Holford LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-holford-pcqi-564414240/