Abstract:

The revision process of ISO 14001:1996 has been completed and ISO 14001:2004 was published on 15th November 2004. For organisations using ISO 14001 for their EMS, including those with accredited certification to ISO14001: 1996, a detailed summary of the changes is provided below. Please note that the revision to the standard has resulted in revised clause numbering, so care needs to be taken to ensure that the right clause is referenced in ISO 14001:2004. This document is best read in conjunction with the new standard.

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has set out the transition arrangements for accredited certification from ISO 4001:1996 to ISO 14001:2004. Details of the transi-tion arrangements are included at the end of this document.

  ISO 14001 changes.pdf (172.11 KB, 29 August 2008)