Many organisations are realising that there is a commercial benefit from being environmentally aware and in having a sound environmental structure to their business. At the same time, the demands of current environmental legislation, and the need for organisations to be able to answer questions raised by interested third parties are leading many businesses to take a close look at the way in which they manage environmental issues on their sites. The best are also demonstrating the evidence of their commitment to environmental management.

Whether you are intending to attain a formal environmental management standard, such as ISO 14001 or EMAS, or to develop an 'in-house' management system, you will need to address the following key stages:

• identify baseline environmental conditions on site
• identify relevant legislation and its impact on the business
• assess environmental risks/impacts associated with site activities
• identify actions to be taken to reduce risk/impact
• establish an environmental management framework
• set an environmental action plan
• monitor progress
• audit
• review

This is where Stretton Associates can help your organisation with the impartial advice and experience you need to set up your business for the future. We can support you to set up best framework of practices to allow you not just to comply with current legislation, but to be able to use your environmental position to competitive advantage.

To learn more about how you can get the best environmental advice for your business, simply call us on 01559 363 968 or use our contact form to get in touch today.