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Missouri University of Science and Technology
Rolla, MO 65409
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Environmental Management System?
An environmental management system (EMS) is an organized and formal
approach to managing environmental issues within an organization. Development
of an EMS is a voluntary approach to improving an organization's environmental
performance. An EMS provides the means for effectively managing: - Compliance with Regulatory Requirements: (Hazardous
Materials/Waste Management Issues, Reporting & Record keeping, Employee
Training Programs)
- Worker Safety Requirements: (OSHA Regulations, Health &
Safety Training)
- Prevention of Pollution: (Spill Prevention, Emergency
Response)
- Emergency Preparedness & Response Plans: (Emergency
Planning, Employee Training, Improved Management of Hazardous and Bio-Hazardous
Material Storage Areas & Mitigation of Environmental Impacts from Emergency
Situations)
- Continual Environmental Improvement: (Minimizing Wastes, Cost
Savings through Energy & Solid Waste Reduction, Health & Safety
Improvements)
What is ISO 14001?
ISO 14001 is a widely accepted international standard for
environmental management systems. ISO 14001 requires an organization to define
the environmental responsibilities of all employees, and requires top
management to provide the resources necessary to ensure continual environmental
improvement. On June 29, 2001, UMR became the first university in the nation
to receive ISO 14001 certification for a campus-wide EMS. The Benefits of Proactive Environmental Management - Cost Savings
- Reduced Impact on the Environment
- Improved Public Image
- Improved Relationships with Regulatory Agencies
- New National & International Business Opportunities
- Increased Environmental Awareness
…Leading to a Positive Global Impact on the Environment
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