QHSE Training from IMS (Northern)
- Introduction
- Environmental Awareness
- Environmental Aspects and Impacts
- Internal EMS Auditor
- Quality System Awareness
- Internal QMS Auditor
- Safety System Awareness
- Other Courses
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Introduction
IMS (Northern) Ltd offer a range of training packages related to quality, health, safety and environmental (QHSE) management systems for small to medium enterprises (SMEs). All courses are available for delivery in-house or at venues as per the IMS (Northern) Ltd training timetable.
Training courses are designed and periodically updated to include relevant and topical subjects. However, each programme can be flexible and can be designed to meet the specific requirements of individual customers.
The approach used is intended to maximise each participant’s understanding and retention of information through the opportunity to apply knowledge gained in practical exercises. Exercises are set on fictional companies, but are based upon the practical experience of QHSE management in industry by IMS (Northern). However, where requested, a company’s own procedures and systems may be used as a basis for exercises.
During each course, feedback will be sought from delegates to ensure that content is being presented clearly. It is the intention of IMS (Northern) to ensure that its expertise is transferred to delegates as effectively as possible.
Depending on the course and individual company requirements, delegate numbers can be flexible. All delegates receive comprehensive documentation and will be issued with certificates of attendance after the successful completion of a training course.
For further information or to obtain a quotation for delivery of training at your premises, please contact IMS (Northern) Ltd.
Environmental Awareness Training – One day course
Staff will be introduced to environmental awareness through successive stages, incorporating class based learning activities, discussions and question and answer sessions, within themes linking the importance of environmental awareness. Topics include:
- What is the environment?
- The greenhouse effect?
- Renewable resources?
- The human environment?
- What is pollution?
- Local and global pollution
- Pressure on companies
For each topic, delegates are asked to think about how a particular issue affects them and their workplace.
Additionally, focus is given to the needs of ISO 14001, the International Standard for environmental management.
Environmental Aspects and Impacts – Half day course
The course covers responsibilities for evaluating Environmental Aspects and Significance. This is followed by a detailed methodology for the identification and evaluation of the environmental aspects and impacts of an organisation. It also provides information on the ISO 14001 requirements in relation to these within an organisation.
- Definitions
- The various types of environmental aspects of an organisation
- Links between the aspects and elements of an EMS
- Guide to compiling a register of aspects and impacts
- Criteria for determining the significance of impacts
- Documents and procedures
Questions posed within the workshop are based around a case study based on a fictitious (but realistic) company. Case studies used are wherever possible, relevant to the business function of the company that training is being provided to.
Internal EMS Auditor
Training will equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to assess and report on the conformance and effective implementation of an environmental management system. The course enables participants to:
- understand the responsibilities of an internal auditor
- explain the purpose and structure of ISO 14001
- explain the role of an internal audit in the maintenance and improvement of the management system
- explain the techniques used for the assignment and management of environmental aspects and impacts
- plan and prepare for an internal audit
- gather audit evidence
- write factual audit reports that improve effectiveness of the EMS
Training is provided through methods that best suit the client. This may be mentoring an individual through the process of an entire internal audit, or through lectures and class exercises to multiple participants.
Quality System Awareness – Half day course
Staff will be given an overview of their obligations in compliance with your quality policy and quality system. They will be able to identify with their role in meeting customers’ requirements, relate quality to cost and recognise the importance of good quality standards. Topics include:
- Why have a Quality Management System?
- What is ISO 9001?
- Benefits of a QMS
- QMS documentation
- Training
- Understanding customer requirements
- Objectives - continual improvement
Internal QMS Auditor
Participants will be equipped with the skills required to assess the conformance and effectiveness of the quality management system. An understanding will be gained in the role internal auditing plays in continual improvement of the QMS. The course enables participants to:
- understand the responsibilities of an internal auditor
- explain the purpose and structure of ISO 9001
- plan and prepare for an internal audit
- gather audit evidence
- write factual audit reports that improve effectiveness of the QMS
Training is provided through methods that best suit the client. This may be mentoring an individual through the process of an entire internal audit, or through lectures and class exercises to multiple participants.
Safety System Awareness – Half day course
This course is developed to provide delegates with an overview of Safety Management System requirements, including their obligation to comply with in-house policies and practices. The course demonstrates how the various elements in an occupational health and safety management system can be tackled and integrated into day-to-day practices. Topics include:
- Why have an Occupational Health and Safety Management System?
- What is BS OHSAS 18001?
- Benefits of a SMS
- Components of a SMS
- Your involvement
- Objectives – continual improvement
Other Training Courses Available
- Introduction to Integrated Management Systems
- Calculating Carbon Footprint and Offsetting
- Environmental Legislation and Regulation - compiling a register
- Introduction to EMS ISO 14001
- Sustainability: An overview and developing a company sustainability policy
- Introduction to BS OHSAS 18001
- Internal SMS Auditor
- Health and Safety Legislation and compiling a Company Register
- Risk Assessment and Control Measures
- COSHH Assessment
- Manual Handling
- Display Screen Equipment
- Working at Height
- Working in Confined Spaces
- Asbestos Awareness
- Managing Accidents In the Workplace: reporting and investigation


