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 […]

Key Changes to ISO 14001:2015: What Your Business Needs to Know About the 2025 Amendment

Environmental management systems (EMS) are evolving to meet today’s complex challenges. The latest amendment to ISO 14001:2015 introduces significant changes that will impact how organizations approach environmental management. Here are the essential updates your organization needs to consider: Enhanced Environmental Risk Assessment Requirements Added requirements for broader environmental impact analysis, including climate change implications and […]

API Spec Q1 vs ISO 9001: What You Need to Know

Many businesses find themselves asking, “Do we need ISO 9001, API Spec Q1, or both?” The answer depends on your industry and the level of quality assurance your operations demand. While ISO 9001 provides a universally recognized framework for quality management across industries, API Spec Q1 takes things a step further, catering specifically to the […]

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Programs: Constraints and Opportunities of Integration

Find out more how Freer Consulting can help your business with regulatory compliance and quality programs. By examining the costs and benefits of implementing process-based integrated management systems, organizations may gain insight into the potential value of merging regulatory compliance with quality programs. As an example, the food processing industry is regulated by the Food […]

AISC Updates Steel Fabrication Standard

https://www.freerconsulting.com/aisc-certification-consulting The American Institute for Steel Construction (AISC) has updated its steel fabrication standard, now titled Standard for Certification Programs 207-20, which supersedes the prior Certification Standard for Steel Fabrication and Erection, and Manufacturing of Metal Components 207-16. The new standard takes effect on June 1, 2021 and is available for download. A brief summary […]

Changes to AWO Responsible Carrier Program

The American Waterways Operators (AWO) has implemented changes in its Responsible Carrier Program (RCP). If your company is a participant in the RCP, it might be a good time to review your safety management system to ensure that your company is in compliance. According to The Waterways Journal Weekly, changes to the RCP include: AWO […]

Tire Dust Is Poisoning Coho Salmon

In December of 2020, The Seattle Times reported that in a paper published in Science magazine, researchers have identified an antioxidant chemical used in tire rubber that can cause the deaths of coho salmon, particularly in the Puget Sound region: More specifically, a single chemical, 6PPD-quinone, derived from a preservative that helps tires last longer, […]

Alaska Construction General Permit Available for Review

If your business has coverage under the Alaska Construction General Permit for Discharges from Large and Small Construction Activities, you have an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed final permit that the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will issue to succeed the current permit. The last day to submit feedback to DEC […]

Ecology Releases New Construction Stormwater General Permit

The Washington Department of Ecology has reissued the Construction Stormwater General Permit to take effect on January 1, 2021. The permit authorizes stormwater and approved non-stormwater discharges associated with construction activity. Permit coverage is required for the following: Ongoing construction sites that are covered under the existing permit Construction sites that disturb one acre or […]