Training & Development

EEF Environmental Foundation Course

An introductory course providing key information on environmental management and law, with case studies and exercises

Who should attend the Environmental Foundation Course course?

Managers, safety practitioners and others who have a responsibility for environmental issues and require a basic level of understanding

Key topics in the Environmental Foundation Course course

Introduction to UK legislative requirements including the Environmental
Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Pollution Environmental Permitting and the Water Resources/Industry Acts 1991.
Enforcement Powers
Authorised, consented, permitted and licensed activities
The duty of care with respect to wastes including special (hazardous) waste
Media at risk - air, land and water
Identification and evaluation of environmental aspects
Pollution prevention and control measures
Water pollution controls
Waste minimisation including waste hierarchy and practical options
Environmental management systems - ISO 14001, EMAS
Environmental auditing
Pollution prevention & control

Dates & Locations
					 
		6-8 September 2010 at Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa
                       
		22-24 November 2010 at Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa