Welcome to the April edition of our newsletter, where we’re thrilled to share some fantastic updates with our community! This month, we’re proud to announce two significant milestones that exemplify our commitment to excellence and dedication to our team’s growth.

Firstly, We’re thrilled to announce our latest milestone 🍾 …….. becoming an Approved Training Partner with CQI and IRCA to deliver certified ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Courses! 🎓  After many years of delivering ISO Auditor Courses, we were asked by several clients if we could provide IRCA Certified courses, we looked into this pre-covid and can now proudly announce our Approved Training Partnership with CQI and IRCA to deliver certified ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Courses, which is one of our most popular courses.. It’s a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, and we’re incredibly proud to have reached this important milestone. We have now engaged 2 new members of staff to assist with the increase in our workload.

With this in mind if you looking to enhance your skills and expertise or those of your staff, in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) management systems? Look no further! Our ISO Auditor Courses offer the perfect opportunity to elevate your knowledge and proficiency in this vital field.

Designed to equip professionals with the latest industry insights and best practices, our ISO Auditor Courses cover a comprehensive range of topics, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned auditor seeking to stay updated with the latest standards or someone new to the profession looking to build a solid foundation, our courses cater to your needs at every level of experience.

What sets our ISO Auditor Courses apart from other training providers is our commitment to delivering high-quality, interactive training experiences led by industry experts. Through a combination of engaging lectures, practical exercises, and real-world case studies, participants gain invaluable insights and skills that they can immediately apply in their professional roles.

Training Dates –

ISO 9001 Auditor Courses –       8th April and 10th June

IMS Auditor Course   –                   15th May

ISO 45001 Auditor Course  –      27th May

ISO 14001 Auditor Course –       2nd September

Plus many others !

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to invest in your professional development and become an Auditor in QHSE management systems. Secure your spot today and embark on a journey toward greater success and career advancement!

Secondly, we’re celebrating a special anniversary as our Operations Manager Lee Forsyth marks five years of outstanding service with us! Over the past half-decade, his expertise and unwavering commitment have played an integral role in our organisation’s success. Lee Forsyth embarked on his journey with us as a QHSE Advisor, swiftly advancing to Senior status, and on demonstrating exceptional proficiency in understanding our operations, he was further promoted to the pivotal role of Operations Manager.  We’re immensely grateful for his hard work, passion, and dedication, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration and achievements together.

 

🌱 Growing Demand for Carbon Footprint and GHG Reporting 🌱

In recent months, we’ve witnessed a notable surge in requests and interest from our clients regarding carbon footprint and greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting. This heightened demand is primarily driven by our clients’ own customers, who are increasingly prioritising sustainability and environmental responsibility in their supply chain partnerships. Recognising the importance of reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change impacts, our clients are proactively seeking solutions to accurately measure and report their carbon footprint. As a trusted partner, we are fully committed to supporting them in this endeavour by providing comprehensive guidance, tools, and expertise to navigate the complexities of carbon footprint and GHG reporting. Together, we’re making significant strides towards a more sustainable future, one footprint at a time.

 

Explaining Clauses…

We often get asked about specific clauses in Management Systems, so we have decided to go over one in each newsletter edition.  If you want to know more about a specific clause, then send us an email and we will include this in our next edition.

ISO 9001 – CLAUSE 6 – PLANNING

This clause introduces planning for the quality management system.

You should review the risks and opportunities identified by your organisation through clause 4 Context of the Organisation and put plans in place to reduce or eliminate any risks.  You should also develop and pursue opportunities to address organisational or customer needs.

The organisation also needs to plan for objectives, in line with your Quality Policy which are SMART:

SPECIFIC,  MEASUREABLE,  ACHIEVABLE,  RELEVANT,  TIMEBOUND

The organisation should plan what will be done, what resources are required, who will be responsible, when it will be complete and how results will be evaluated.

Planning of changes is also an important aspect of your quality management system, and you should ensure as an organisation, any changes which may effect the quality management system are carried out in a planned manner using a risk based approach

Legislation Updates

Here are a few examples of recent legislation that has come into force which we have included in some of our client legal registers and should be considered.

• The Energy Act 2023 (Commencement No. 1) (Amendment) Regulations 2024 United Kingdom: Section 303 and part of section 304, relating to decommissioning of civil nuclear sites, were scheduled to come into force on 31st January 2024. This amendment cancels the commencement date, without providing a new date when the two sections should come into force.
• The Biodiversity Gain Site Register (Financial Penalties and Fees) Regulations 2024 England & Wales: The Biodiversity Gain Site Register Regulations 2024 requires Natural England to establish a public register of biodiversity gain sites.  The Biodiversity Gain Site Register (Financial Penalties and Fees) Regulations 2024 sets out the fees and fines related to applications to register land on the biodiversity gain site register.
• The Environment Act 2021 (Commencement No. 8 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024 United Kingdom/England: From 12th February 2024, applications for planning permission in England must be accompanied by a biodiversity gain plan.
• The Building Safety Act 2022 (Commencement No. 6) Regulations 2024 United Kingdom: It is now a legal requirement for the accountable person for a higher-risk building to display assessment certificates and manage building safety risks under The Higher-Risk Buildings (Management of Safety Risks etc) (England) Regulations 2023.
• The Packaging Waste (Data Reporting) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2024

For assistance with legal compliance contact us here..

That’s all for this issue of our QHSE Newsletter! We hope you found the information valuable and time well-spent. Remember, investing in QHSE best practices leads to improved performance, increased stakeholder confidence, and a safer work environment. Stay tuned for our next issue, packed with more useful tips and updates.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, suggestions, or topics you’d like us to cover. Until next time, stay safe, and keep up the great work!

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