What is ISO 14015?
ISO 14015 provides a systematic process on how to conduct an Environmental Assessment of Sites and Organizations. Purchasing and selling business units gives rise to many questions regarding compliance with environmental regulations. This standard, therefore, presents guidelines on properly determining the risk of acquiring property that holds a strategic benefit for the company, while avoiding any adverse cost and legal liability. The guidelines can be used by organizations of all sizes, operating anywhere in the world.
The Environmental Assessment of Sites and Organizations will enable the evaluation of environmental issues associated with an organization’s sites and other activities. This standard can be used for self-assessments, as well as for external assessments, with or without the need to employ third parties. In addition, this assessment can be conducted during operations or at the time of asset acquisition.
Why is an Environmental assessment of sites and organizations important for you?
The main benefit of ISO 14015 lies in the ability to manage environmental risks and avoid potential problems that accompany lawsuits and associated interaction with government authorities. By becoming ISO 14015 certified, you will become acquainted with the best practices of protecting an organization from expensive compliance obligations and from having its value diminished, which in turn degrades the company’s financial situation during negotiations.
Benefits of ISO 14015 - Environmental assessment of sites and organizations
By becoming ISO 14015 certified, you will be able to:
- Properly conduct a property value assessment
- Identify the environmental issues associated with an organization’s sites and activities on time
- Increase shareholder returns
- Reduce the organization’s instability
- Improve the organization’s reputation among all stakeholders
- Improve the organization’s operational and environmental performance
- Protect the organization from far-reaching liability issues
- Mitigate environmental risks