Waste Management/Minimisation

BACKGROUND

Most companies are unaware of the true cost of waste to their business, typically 4-5% of turnover. Growing environmental legislation and consumer pressure has increased the need for organisations to improve their environmental performance.

Undertaking a structured waste minimisation programme will not only save money, but will also improve the environment, the organisation's profile and competitiveness.

This one-day introductory course is designed for all organisations that produce waste and wish to understand and develop skills in waste minimisation.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

On completing this course the participant will:

• Understand the necessity for undertaking a waste minimisation programme.
• Be competent in planning and implementing an internal waste minimisation programme.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Personnel without previous knowledge or experience of waste issues, who:

• Wish to gain an understanding of the elements of waste minimisation
• Need to undertake a waste minimisation programme

COURSE PROGRAMME

• Waste Management in Ireland
• What is waste minimisation?
• Legal obligations in relation to Waste Management
• Benefits of waste minimisation
• Waste minimisation process – The 8-Step Waste Reduction Programme
• Waste Management Hierarchy
• Developing an Action Plan – Implementing Waste Management in your company
• Case Studies
• Examples and video

COURSE MANUAL

The comprehensive manual contains copies of the course presentation slides with additional notes and reading material. This manual proves to be an excellent source of reference after the course.

IN-HOUSE COURSES

All SQT courses are available on an In-House basis. On In-House courses, the tutor will work with the customer in advance to clearly define course objectives to meet the specific delegate and company requirements. Where appropriate and facilitated by the company, the course exercises can be carried out using the company’s own case studies, procedures, forms, metrics etc.

COURSE PRESENTER TMS Consultancy Ltd

BACKGROUND

TMS specialises in consultancy and training in Quality, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems. TMS has assisted a large number of companies in achieving registration to various management systems.

They have also carried out consultancy and training in the USA, Europe and Asia. Their training skills are backed up by solid hands on experience on the ground. The company is accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

TRAINING METHODOLOGY
This classroom-based course is highly interactive. All courses use accelerated learning where possible. Courses use PowerPoint slides and other multimedia where appropriate e.g. Video, DVD. Practical examples are given throughout all courses.

Course Dates & Venues

See attached Calendar

Course Times

9.00am - 5.00pm

Public Course Cost €395

(includes course documentation, lunch and refreshments)