CEA ISO 14001 & Management Systems 3

Question 1

Under ISO 14001:2015, what distinguishes a 'significant environmental aspect' from a general environmental aspect?

Accepted Answer

It has or can have significant environmental impact based on defined criteria

Answer

A significant environmental aspect is one that has or can have a significant environmental impact, as determined by the organization's own criteria established in its EMS.

Question 2

An EMS auditor reviews a company's environmental objectives and finds no documented plans for achieving them. Which ISO 14001:2015 requirement is unmet?

Accepted Answer

Clause 6.2.2 – Planning actions to achieve environmental objectives

Answer

Clause 6.2.2 requires organizations to determine how objectives will be achieved, including what resources, who is responsible, and the timeframe.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the 'context of the organization' as required by ISO 14001:2015 Clause 4?

Accepted Answer

Internal and external factors affecting the EMS's ability to achieve intended outcomes

Answer

Context includes understanding both internal factors (culture, values, capabilities) and external factors (regulatory environment, market conditions, environmental conditions) relevant to the EMS.

Question 4

ISO 14001:2015 requires top management to demonstrate leadership by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Directly conducting all internal environmental audits

Answer

Top management must support the EMS and demonstrate leadership, but conducting audits is an operational task that can be delegated to qualified internal auditors.

Question 5

When determining its EMS scope, an organization may exclude which of the following from ISO 14001:2015 certification?

Accepted Answer

Facilities or activities where the organization has no control or influence

Answer

The EMS scope can exclude sites or activities where the organization exercises no control or influence, provided these exclusions do not affect the organization's ability to meet its obligations.

(CEA) Certified Environmental Auditor Practice Test

(CEA) Certified Environmental Auditor Practice Test

CEA ISO 14001 & Management Systems 3