environmental compliance checklist

ISO 14001:2025 Amendment Readiness Checklist

Use this high-level checklist to begin evaluating your organization’s readiness for the new ISO 14001:2015 Amendment 2 requirements. Note that this is not comprehensive – contact our experts for a detailed gap analysis and implementation guidance.

1. Environmental Risk Management

Initial Assessment Areas:

  • Environmental impact evaluation processes
  • Lifecycle assessment procedures
  • Emergency preparedness documentation
  • Risk and opportunity identification methods

Pro Tip: Your assessment should extend beyond immediate operational impacts. Our multi-disciplinary team of consultants can help identify often-overlooked risk factors.

2. Compliance & Documentation

Key Review Points:

  • Current compliance tracking systems
  • Documentation accessibility
  • Regulatory obligation updates
  • Record-keeping procedures

Note: The new amendment requires more sophisticated compliance management. Ask us about our compliance tracking solutions.

3. Leadership & Integration

Leadership Readiness:

  • Management engagement level
  • Environmental objective integration
  • Change management procedures
  • Cross-departmental coordination

Success Factor: Effective implementation requires strategic alignment across all levels. Our team can guide your leadership through this transition.

4. Performance Monitoring

Evaluation Framework:

  • Environmental performance metrics
  • System effectiveness measures
  • Audit procedures
  • Improvement tracking methods

Critical Point: The new requirements demand more sophisticated monitoring approaches. Contact us to learn about best practices.


Ready to Move Forward? This checklist provides initial guidance for the amendment transition. For a comprehensive gap analysis and implementation strategy, connect with our environmental management specialists.

Contact us to schedule a consultation and ensure your organization is fully prepared for the new requirements.