The following courses are designed to improve the knowledge and skills to enable your business to reduce its environmental impacts, improve performance and reduce costs:

• IEMA APPROVED ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) IMPLEMENTATION  - 3 days

Introduction to the course:

This 3 day course provides a detailed training package which includes all the tools and training necessary to effectively internally audit an organisations Environmental Management System (EMS) to the requirements of ISO 14001:2004. No previous auditing experience is required and the course is suitable for all sectors.

Course location:

Our scheduled courses are delivered at ECUS' offices in south-west Sheffield on the edge of the magnificent Peak District, but can be delivered at a time and location to suit your organisation. To discuss your requirements please telephone 0114 2669292 or e-mail training@ecusltd.co.uk.

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Further information:

To discuss any of your training requirements please telephone 0114 266 9292 or e-mail training@ecusltd.co.uk.

Introduction to the course:

This course serves as an excellent introduction to environmental management and ISO 14001:2004 for managers at all levels within any organisation. If you are unsure where to start, what environmental legislation might apply to your organisation, how to undertake an environmental audit and what to look for or you need guidance on ISO 14001:2004 and its implementation then this course will provide comprehensive and practical guidance.

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There are practical exercises during the day to help reinforce the topics covered in the taught sessions.

Course location:

The scheduled course is delivered at ECUS' offices in south-west Sheffield on the edge of the magnificent Peak District, but can be delivered at a time and location to suit your organisation. To discuss your requirements please telephone 0114 2669292 or e-mail training@ecusltd.co.uk.

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Further information:

To discuss any of your training requirements please telephone 0114 2669292 or e-mail training@ecusltd.co.uk.

Introduction to the course:

Accredited by the CIWM, this foundation course is designed for employees whose work practices produce waste or who need a greater understanding of waste management principles. The course enable delegates to understand and implement the waste hierachy, deal more effectively with waste and cut costs.

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Is your construction or demolition project team waste aware? Do you know how to save money and resources through smart reduction, re-use or recycling of waste? 

Introduction to the course:

The construction version of the Waste Awareness Certificate is accredited by the CIWM, the professional body for waste experts and is specifically designed to cover a wide range of waste issues facing the construction/demolition industry.

Suitable for site operatives, site managers and all construction personnel managing or handling waste, this interactive course enables delegates to go back onto site and improve the management of waste whilst reducing costs and ensuring legal compliance.

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 ••• BUILDING A BETTER TOMORROW TODAY •••

With the rate of construction in the UK set to increase, sustainable construction is more important than ever particularly in helping to deliver the governments targets to reduce carbon emissions. Those businesses already taking responsibility and focussing on sustainability are not only increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations, but also benefitting their reputation and ultimately their profitability.

ECUS is working in partnership with the National Construction College (the training division of ConstructionSkills), the largest construction training provider in Europe, to deliver a range of training courses aimed specifically at the construction sector.

The suite of 12  interactive courses are designed for all construction personnel and should appeal to developers, architects, site managers, site operatives, quantity surveyors and project managers alike.

These interesting, topical courses aim to clarify the meaning of sustainable construction by exploring key environmental and sustainability issues and the practical actions required to improve performance. Every business has a responsibility to address these issues and the courses provide the knowledge and tools to ensure your business is ready for the transition to Sustainable Construction.

Available courses:

• Sustainability for Management in Construction (1 day)

• Sustainable Procurement in Construction (1 day)

• Waste Management on Site (1 day)

• Water Management on Site (1 day)

• Environmental Management Systems at Site Level (1 day)

• Energy Management on Site (1 day)

• Foundation Course in Sustainable Construction (1 day)

• Social Issues in Construction (1 day)

• Water Management on Site (half day)

• Energy on Site (half day)

• Waste on Site (half day)

• Social Issues on Site (half day)