Step 4 - Monitoring and Measurement

 

The next major aspect of implementing an EMS is to check and monitor the system, discover problems, and correct them. Clause 4.4 describes four general aspects of the process:

 

Measurement

Measure, monitor, and evaluate environmental performance.

Corrective Action

If problems occur, apply corrective and preventative action.

Records

Maintain environmental records to demonstrate conformance of the EMS to ISO 14001 requirements.

Audit

Audit the EMS.

 

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