Integrated management systems overview
This course is offered in conjunction with Alan A Griffin Associates UK Ltd. The objective of this course is to deliver a basic understanding of how the integration of quality, environment and health and safety systems can take place. It will look at the benefits of integration and help delegates decide if integrated management systems (IMSs) would help them within their own organisation.
Course content
- a review of the purpose of compliance standards
- an overview of the applicable standards
- the risks, costs and benefits of integration
- documentation
- meeting legal requirements
- integrated objectives and improvement programmes
- the common aspects
- IMS audit programmes
- IMS certification
Who should attend
Managers and other staff responsible for systems implementation and auditing.
Those working for organisations who are interested in implementing an effective IMS and who wish to reduce areas of duplication. Also systems auditors considering integrated audit systems.
Course style
- practical skills development exercises - case studies
- interactive discussion and participation throughout the course
Pre Course Requirements
A basic understanding of management systems in line with either ISO 9001:2000 or ISO 14001:2004, OHSAS 18001:1999 or other management system requirements.
Venue
All courses are run at our headquarters near Hyde Park Corner in London. See Inside the CQI for more information about the venue.
It can be used to support your application for CQI corporate membership using the experiential route. Apply the acquired skills and the knowledge in your workplace and use the outcomes as evidence of competence.