Environmental management systems auditing: auditors experiences in Australia

Author: Zutshi Ambika   Sohal Amrik S.  

Publisher: Inderscience Publishers

ISSN: 1474-6778

Source: International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development, Vol.1, Iss.1, 2003-07, pp. : 73-87

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Abstract

The last decade of the 20th century witnessed rapid growth in the adoption of various environmental management systems (EMS) within organisations. Environmental consultants and auditors play an intricate role in the interpretation, implementation and certification of an EMS. This paper presents the experiences of eight leading auditors with respect to the adoption of EMS/ISO 14001 by Australian organisations. The benefits and issues relating to the auditing process are discussed.