Creates environmental objectives and targets for each relevant function and level in the organization. Establishes a program for achieving targets and objectives. Present EMS to top management for approval. Policy and EMS are implemented and an audit function is established. A final gap analysis is performed to determine if the organization is ready for a registration audit.
Organization applies for certification by outside auditors.
The registration can be for a specific company site, for several sites, or for the entire company. Very specific attributes of an EMS are specified in the 14001 standard. This can be done internally or with the help of outside auditors. Apply for registration. This is a written application to the registration body.