Initial environmental analysis

Attention, there is no requirement in ISO 14001:2015 making it mandatory to write a manual about the environmental management system. Please check this article Checklist of Mandatory Documentation Required by ISO 14001:2015 - https://info.advisera.com/14001academy/free-download/checklist-of-mandatory-documentation-required-by-iso-140012015

I start with the gap analysis. Until some years, after the gap analysis, I used to perform the initial environmental analysis to get a clear picture of all the aspects and impacts and to know where their source is. Then, I realized that before that it is better to do a rough environmental compliance evaluation to determine situations of noncompliance that take time to correct and need investment. Changes in the wastewater treatment facility, changes in chimneys. After that, I perform the initial environmental analysis to locate all aspects, impacts, and sources.

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• Is a gap analysis desirable for ISO 14001 implementation? - https://advisera.com/14001academy/blog/2016/11/14/is-a-gap-analysis-desirable-for-iso-14001-implementation/
• 4 steps in identification and evaluation of environmental aspects - https://advisera.com/14001academy/knowledgebase/4-steps-in-identification-and-evaluation-of-environmental-aspects/
• Environmental aspect identification and classification - https://advisera.com/14001academy/blog/2019/08/27/key-iso-14001-benefits-to-customers/nowledgebase/environmental-aspect-identification-and-classification/
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