Environmental Management Consultants (EMC)

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We conduct following in-house and open forum training courses.

Following are the details of training courses; you wish to arrange for your organization.

1. Title: Training on General Environmental Awareness
The Delegates:
This one day course is meant for all levels of organizational staff, who are concern about developing a clean, healthy and safe environment.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
On completion of this course, the delegates will have an understanding of :

Our physical environment.
The basic knowledge of global environmental issues.
Environmental pollution creating deteriorating impacts on human and natural environment.
Importance of our responsibility towards protecting environment.

Course Structure:
This course will cover

Components of our environment.
Detailed knowledge of global environmental issues.
Environmental pollution - types.
Impacts of Environmental Pollution in Pakistan.
Delegate Assessment:
There will be a formal assessment on this training.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
No Pre-training knowledge is required.
2. Title: Introduction to Environmental Management Systems ISO 14001
The Delegates:
This two day training is designed for all levels of management, especially those who are responsible for establishing, implementing and maintaining the new and existing systems in their organization.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
On successfully completing the training course, the delegates will have a basic knowledge of all elements/requirements of the EMS ISO 14001 and an appreciation of documented management system to control environment.

They will understand how a company can conform to the requirements of ISO 14001 EMS, the training describes all the elements to comply with this international standard.
Course Structure:
This introductory course will cover the following topics.

Overview of the ISO family of Standards
Introduction of basic concepts and terminology associated with environmental management.
Detailed review of the requirements of EMS ISO 14001:96
An introduction to the certification process
Delegate Assessment:
There will be a formal assessment during this course.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
No Pre-training knowledge is required.
3. Title: Introduction to Aspect Identification in EMS ISO 14001
The Delegates:
This one-day course is intended for all those who will be involved in implementation of the environmental management systems.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
At the end of the course the delegates will be familiar with;

Fundamental role of the identification and assessment of environmental aspects and impacts;
Assessing significance of aspects and impacts;
Methods of aspect identification
Course Structure:
This interactive course uses a mixture of taught sessions, discussions and practical exercises to achieve its aims. The course is focused to cover:
Introduction to environmental aspects and impacts;
Identification of the aspects of activities, products and services;
Methods of aspect identification including Risk Prioritization method of evaluating the significance of environmental aspects.
Delegate Assessment:
There is no examination for this course.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
Knowledge of general environmental issues/ awareness is desirable.
4. Title: Setting Objectives & Targets & Environmental Management Programs
The Delegates:
This one-day course is designed for all levels of management and especially those responsible for maintaining existing systems.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The participants will be able to know how to formulate and maintain effective objectives and targets and establish, implement and maintain EMPs for achieving objectives and targets. They will also monitor and measure by reviewing the Environmental Management Programs of the organization and their requirements.
Course Structure:
This course will cover the following topics:

Selecting the significant environmental aspects for setting environmental objectives and targets.
Proper formats on which objectives and targets to be set and maintained.
Evaluation of organization's performance against environmental objectives for the year.
How to establish and maintain Environmental Management Programs.
Delegate Assessment:
The training does not include any formal delegate assessment.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
Knowledge of environmental issues is desirable.
5. Title: Internal Auditing of EMS ISO 14001
The Delegates:
This two-day training course is meant for the management staff, responsible for the maintenance of EMS in their organization and carrying out internal EMS audits or coordinating surveillance audits of environmental management systems.
Expected Benefits from the Course:

The participants will have an understanding of the introductory background of ISO 14001:96 standard.
Purpose and planning of internal audit against a set of audit criteria
Successfully execute an environmental management systems audit; including the methodology adopted to audit various elements of an environmental management system.
Identify strength and weaknesses of an EMS;
Create clear, concise and relevant audit reports;
Communicate the audit report to relevant personnel and management.
Formulate Environmental Corrective Action Report (ECAR)
Course Structure:
This course includes complete details of the verification process or audit, undertaken to obtain audit evidences as to determine whether organizational activities, conditions, and management system conform with the set audit criteria.
This includes:
Formulation of audit plan
Methodology to be adopted to obtain objective evidences
Responsibility of Audit Team members
Formulation of Audit Reports and Corrective Action Reports
Presenting Audit Report to the top management.
Delegate Assessment:
There is no examination for this course. However, delegates will be assessed on the basis of their progress throughout the course.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
Some awareness to ISO 9001:2000 & EMS 14001 would be helpful to understand the technical aspects of this course.
6. Title: How to implement effective Environmental Management Systems ISO 14001

The Delegates:
This three-day course is of use to those wishing to establish an environmental management system within their own organization.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
On successfully completing the course, delegates will be able to:

Understand the ISO 14001 standard
Successfully execute the implementation process of environmental management system
Course Structure:
This course entails a complete implementation process of EMS ISO 14001 in an organization, including:
Formulation of Environmental Policy
Initial Environmental Review (IER)
Setting Environmental Objectives and targets and Environmental Management Programs
Compliance to Legal and other requirements
Formulation of Core Team & its training for the implementation process
EMS Documentation and procedures
Checking and Corrective Action of the implemented system and
Certification process

Delegate Assessment:
There is no examination for this course. However, delegates will be assessed on the basis of their progress throughout the course.
Prior Knowledge Requirements:

A prior knowledge of the requirements of ISO 14001 would be beneficial.
An understanding of report writing is desirable;

7. Title: Introduction to Environmental Auditing
The Delegates:
This two-day course is designed for those who:

Wish to carry out Environmental auditing and evaluations.
Are interested to obtain knowledge of ISO Standards and Guidelines pertaining to environmental auditing.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
On completion of this course, the participants will have an explanation of environmental audits, their purpose and planning, the way in which an effective audit is carried out and reported on.
Auditors responsibilities, the required personal and attributes and auditor selection
The various tools that are available to assist auditors.
Course Structure:
This course includes following topics.
Guidelines for environmental auditing-General principles (ISO 14010)
Guidelines for environmental auditing-Audit procedures- Auditing of environmental management systems. ( ISO 14011)
Guidelines for environmental auditing -Qualification criteria for environmental auditors. (ISO 14012)
Delegate Assessment:
Continuous assessment is carried out of delegate performance throughout the theoretical and practical sessions. Successful delegates will be awarded the certificate of achievement.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:

An understanding of report writing is desirable.
Although not essential, prior auditing experience will be helpful.

8. Title: Environmental Impact Assessment and Initial Environmental Examination
The Delegates:
This one-day course is meant for those who are interested to obtain a detailed knowledge of carrying out environmental assessments and existing environmental assessment Guidelines and procedures.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The participants will be aware of:

How an IEE/EIA report is prepared
What different issues should be addressed in the preparation of an environmental report
Course Structure:
This course includes:
Existing environmental assessment Guidelines & Procedures
Pakistan environmental assessment procedures-General and Sectoral Guidelines
Policy and procedures for filing, review and approval of environmental assessment
Format of the IEE
Main advantages and disadvantages of impact identification methods
Sectoral Guidelines for environmental reports-Textile Industries
Delegate Assessment:
There is no formal assessment except for some working exercises and discussions.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:

An understanding of report writing is desirable.
Understanding of general environmental issues and assessment is helpful

9. Title: Hazard Identification at Work place
The Delegates:
This one-day course is for all organizational personnel responsible for maintaining Environment, Health and Safety issues in an organization.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The course should provide the delegates with the following:

The importance of identifying hazards in all types of businesses
An appreciation of benefits of hazards management
An ability to develop lists of hazards
A basic knowledge of legislation related to Hazardous Substances
Course Structure:
Objectives of hazard identification and management
Developing lists of occupational hazards at a particular workplace and planning to control hazards.
Control and management of hazards
Using MSDSs and Personal Protective Equipments

Delegate Assessment:
There is no formal assessment on this course.
Prior Knowledge Requirements:
Knowledge of environmental issues and Occupational Health and Safety Management is beneficial
10. Title: Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan.
The Delegates:
This one-day course is intended for staff of all levels in an organization that plan to set-up an Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) and/or planning to establish and implement emergency response plan.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
At the end of the course the delegates will have an understanding to:

Determine potential emergencies and their preventive techniques from occurring.
Making Emergency Response Plan for all types of emergencies
Implementing the existing plan in a more effective manner.
Course Structure:
In order to prevent and mitigate the environmental impacts associated with accidents and emergency situations, the personnel must be aware of how to respond in case of accident or emergency including mock drills for the fire emergency, so is the aim of this training.

The course is designed with theoretical and practical exercises involving case studies, discussions and experienced problems which provides guidance for planning to deal emergencies situation.

Delegate Assessment:
Delegates will be assessed on the basis of their performance and participation throughout the course
Prior Knowledge Requirements:
None
11. Title: Environmental Legislation in Pakistan
The Delegates:
This one-day course is meant for those who wish to gain knowledge of current Environmental Legislation in Pakistan and/or intends their organization to comply with Environmental Legislation.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The delegates will have a complete knowledge of existing Environmental Legislation in Pakistan and in turn will be able to comply with it in an effective manner. They will also be able to communicate with the Federal and Provincial Environmental Agencies for a certain environmental issue in their organization.
Course Structure:

This course includes details of Environmental legislation and other regulatory requirements in Pakistan.
Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (1997)
Various rules and regulations to be fulfilled by the industries in order to comply with the environmental legislation and to avoid penalties.
Delegate Assessment:
Delegates are assessed on the basis of their participation.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
None
12. Title: Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Waste Management
The Delegates:
This one-day course is for all management personnel responsible for the maintenance of solid and hazardous waste in their organization.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The participants will be enlightened about the Industrial waste management and will be trained up to that level where they will be able to:

Identify sources of waste in their organization / industry.
Identify hazardous and non hazardous waste.
Understand waste (hazardous & non hazardous) disposal techniques.
Course Structure:
General definitions on solid & industrial waste.
Legislative requirements in Pakistan regarding solid & hazardous waste including PEPA 1997 & Hazardous Substances Rules 1999.
Identification of waste with reference to RCRA - CFR 40.
Pollution prevention Techniques.
- Reduce
- Reuse
- Recycle
- Reprocess
Waste disposal techniques.
- Composting
- Incineration
- Land filling

Delegate Assessment:
Delegates will be assessed on the basis of their participation in course activities.
Prior Knowledge Requirements:
None
13. Title: Waste Water Management
The Delegates:
This one-day course is designed for all staff involved in the processes of an organization and their management.
Expected Benefits from the Course:

It will create awareness pertaining to the waste water.
Find opportunities to reuse waste water wherever technically feasible.
Explore possibilities of water conservation measures.
Minimize liquid waste that enter the wastewater discharge & monitor the volumes and composition of waste water.
Select appropriate method for the waste water treatment - Onsite / municipal treatment or the combination of both
Course Structure:
Sources and characteristics of Industrial waste water.
River Pollution in Karachi.
Effects of water pollution.
Waste water treatment processes.
Pre and Primary treatment.
Biological waste water treatment processes.
Sludge handling and disposal.
Delegate Assessment:
The delegates will be assessed through case studies, presentations and discussions

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
None
14. Title: Air and Noise Pollution
The Delegates:
This one-day course is designed for management staff in the industry who is responsible to prevent and control air and noise pollution
Expected Benefits from the Course:
Awareness will be developed among the participants about air and noise pollution in order to:

Identify the sources of air and noise pollution in the industry
Know the impacts of air and noise pollution on the human health and the environment
Take necessary measures to prevent and control air and noise pollution
Course Structure:
General introduction.
Major pollutants of the atmosphere.
Sources of Air pollution.
Effects of air pollution on the human health and the environment.
Legislative requirements for air pollution.
Green house gases.
Sources of noise pollution.
Ill effects of noise pollution.
Prevention and control of noise pollution.
Delegate Assessment:
There is no formal assessment on this course

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
None
15. Title: Energy Conservation
The Delegates:
This one-day course if for the management staff involved in energy conservation activities in an organization without compromising on the production efficiency.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
Awareness will be created among the participants about energy conservation. They will be able to:

Identify the types & sources of energy being used in their industry.
Chalk out the areas where it is possible to reduce energy usage without compromising the production efficiency.
Select new energy efficient equipment and emphasize on proper maintenance procedure.
Understand the importance of energy conservation which will ensure availability of future supplies of valuable resources and save money.
Course Structure:
Types and sources of energy:
Renewable and
Non Renewable energy sources
The energy situation in Pakistan
Total energy management concept (TEM)
Energy conservation opportunities (ECO's) in the industry
The benefits of energy conservation

Delegate Assessment:
There is no formal delegate assessment
Prior Knowledge Requirements:
None
16. Title: Introduction to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
The Delegates:
This one-day course is meant for

Operations Managers and Personnel
HACCP Coordinators and team members
Plant Managers and Supervisors
Expected Benefits from the Course:

After completing the course the delegates will be able to

Implement Good Operating Practices for food handlers to simplify HACCP program and control hazards
Efficiently document and implement HACCP Programs
Help personnel understand and determine biological, chemical, and physical hazards in raw ingredients, production/preparation process and final products
Save money by training his sanitation personnel in key cost-saving measures
Course Structure:
Conducting hazard analysis
Determining Critical Control Points
Establishing Corrective Action Procedures
Establishing documentation and records
Delegate Assessment:
The delegates will be assessed on the basis of their progress throughout the course.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
Understanding of food production, handling and distribution would be an advantage
17. Title: Introduction to Occupational Health & Safety Management System OHSAS 18001
The Delegates:
This one-day course is meant for all levels of management responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Occupational health and safety management systems
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The participants will be able to:

Control OH & S risks and improve the systems performance.
Have basic knowledge of health and safety issues and its legislation.
An appreciation of documented management system to control health and safety.
Course Structure:
Requirements of OH & S management systems.
Review of OHSAS similarities to ISO 14001 & ISO 9000.
Delegate Assessment:
There is no delegate assessment on this course

Prior Knowledge Requirements:

An understanding of report writing is desirable.
Understanding or experience of ISO 9000 or ISO 14001 and occupational health & safety issues will be helpful.

18. Title: Internal Auditing of Occupational Health & Safety Management System OHSAS 18001

The Delegates:
This two-day course is designed for all who are involved in implementation and maintenance of OHSAS 18001 and carry out internal audit of Occupational Health & Safety management system.
Expected Benefits from the Course:
The participants will have:

An appreciation of the importance of controlling Health & Safety in all types of business;
A knowledge of Health & Safety management system to control Health & Safety;
An understanding of principal requirements for auditing H&S management systems.
Course Structure:
This course covers.
Introduction to OHSAS 18001;
Detailed contents of OHSAS 18001;
Similarities between OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9000;
H& S management issues and audit skills.
Delegate Assessment:
There is no examination for this course. However, delegates will be assessed on the basis of their progress throughout the course.

Prior Knowledge Requirements:
Prior knowledge of OH &S issues, ISO 9000, and EMS ISO 14001 would be beneficial.