Mastering EHS Audit Trends and Challenges

Welcome to Jennifer Koenig, an expert with over 30 years of regulatory compliance experience, who shares insights on ISO audits, including ISO 14001 for environmental management and ISO 45001 for health and safety. Jennifer discusses the importance of compliance audits, the role of internal and third-party audits, and the value of ISO standards in risk management. She also touches on the challenges companies face in maintaining regulatory compliance, the training needs for EHS managers, and the benefits of employee engagement in safety programs. Additionally, she provides guidance on selecting certifying bodies and emphasizes the necessity of identifying and addressing risks to ensure a robust compliance system.

00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode00:04 Meet Jennifer: Compliance Expert00:55 Diving into Auditing Trends01:16 Understanding ISO Standards03:17 Challenges in Compliance Audits05:49 The Role of an ISO Auditor07:11 Managing Risks and Root Causes08:41 Training and Knowledge Gaps16:08 The Importance of Internal Audits20:44 ISO Certification and Compliance24:23 Enhancing Company Culture with Safety Committees25:48 Integrating ISO 45001 with ISO 1400126:37 Understanding ISO Audit Days and Discounts31:06 The Importance of Internal Audits32:07 Steps to Becoming ISO Certified36:07 Choosing the Right Registrar39:51 Maintaining Auditor Certifications44:45 Final Thoughts on Risk Management