Tool CharacteristicsName of the tool Environmental Management System Data required to utilise tool Information on the companies practices with regard to, among other issues, Waste, energy, materials consumption and transportation costs Form of output A report detailing Type of data output An EMS will initially result in a report containing a number of recommendations, plus a number of plans to be implemented to improve the environment of the firm. To ensure that the implementation of these runs smoothly, it is recommended that there is an internal quarterly audit, and then an annual management review that includes the senior management. What format is the tool available in? ISO 140001 is available in paper format. What language/s is the tool available in? English and French, however it is an accepted standard worldwide. Characterisation of the tool Generic Factors covered
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