Environmental health and safety auditing
In today´s business world, with increased stakeholder interest in a company´s environmental health and safety (EHS) performance record, the scope of EHS auditing is expanding. Auditing is no longer simply completing a checklist to determine regulatory compliance. Auditing programs today need to provide information on the effectiveness of management systems, opportunities for cost reduction, and continuous improvement accomplishments.
AMEC professionals have been at the forefront of designing and implementing forward-thinking auditing programs to meet ever-changing client needs. Our EHS auditing services include:
- Multimedia Environmental Compliance Auditing and Due Diligence Assessments
- Health and Safety Auditing and Program Development
- Third Party Assessment of Auditing Programs
- Reporting and Auditing Information Management Training
Multimedia Environmental Compliance Auditing and Due Diligence Assessments AMEC has extensive experience performing multifacility environmental compliance audits for multinational companies. Our staff has a broad knowledge of industrial processes and manufacturing operations and expertise in interpreting and evaluating federal and local regulatory agency laws and regulations. AMEC´s auditing activities go beyond the traditional evaluation of compliance with existing rules. Our staff identifies waste minimization and recycling opportunities, impacts of proposed rules on client operations, best management practices, and corporate social responsibility issues. AMEC environmental auditing services include:
- Multi-facility Multimedia Compliance Auditing
- Media-specific Compliance Auditing
- Due Diligence Regulatory Compliance Auditing
- Environmental Management Systems / ISO 14001 Systems Auditing
Health and Safety Auditing and Program Development
Most companies have existing Health and Safety programs, but may need help enhancing or implementing specific program elements or responding to changes to regulations. The benefits of an effective health and safety program are substantial. Therefore, improving an underperforming program will have an immediate impact on worker well being and reduce operating costs. Through our Health and Safety audits/inspections we provide recommendations that will improve your performance. We also provide loss control/risk management services and conduct cost-benefit analyses. Services offered include:
- Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance Auditing
- Health and Safety Program Development
- Workplace Monitoring
Third Party Assessment of Auditing Programs
Through our extensive EHS auditing experience we have identified the key elements of an effective auditing program. This experience allows us to offer a unique perspective to our clients as we evaluate the effectiveness of their auditing programs. Our independent review ensures that our clients remain current on new approaches to auditing and allows them to benchmark their auditing procedures and policies with their counterparts in industry and government. Services offered include:
- Desktop Review of Auditing Procedures
- In-field Assessment of Audit Teams and Practices
- Review of Corrective Action Follow Through and Continuous Improvement Activities
Reporting and Auditing Information Management
AMEC audit findings cover regulatory compliance matters as well as conformance with internal company policies and procedures. Our reports provide recommendations for corrective action, including corresponding implementation schedules and budgetary cost estimates. We also identify best management practices and program areas needing improvement.
AMEC also has developed various relational database applications for our clients to track the status and results of baseline audits as well as re-inspection activities. The database applications have been developed using a variety of software packages that conform to client specifications.
These computerized applications allow direct input by field audit personnel, which leads to streamline reporting, standardized report generation, and risk management ranking.TrainingAMEC offers a range of performance-based employee training programs that combine classroom instruction with hands-on experience, tailored to fit your particular needs.
AMEC´s experienced staff can provide onsite training in either group or individual settings. Common training programs include:
- Environmental Regulations Overview
- Health and Safety Standards Overview
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)
- 8-hour and 40-hour Health and Safety Training Courses