Successful participation in the TÜV Rheinland Akademie GmbH course “Environmental Auditor (TÜV)” recognized by the certification body. Admission is granted after successful participation in module 1 “Environmental Protection Representative (TÜV)” and module 2 “Environmental Protection Manager (TÜV)” and with a minimum attendance of 80% during a total of 32 teaching units.

Written exam (multiple choice and open questions)

During the exam the participants prove their knowledge in the following areas:

• Fundamentals and objective of Environmental Audits
• Requirements for Environmental Auditors
• Requirements for internal and external Environmental Audits
• Audit planning, implementation, follow-up, evaluation, documentation and communication techniques
• Advantages and disadvantages of integrated audits (Environment, Energy, Occupational Safety etc.)

Environmental Auditors (TÜV) are in a position to successfully plan, implement and follow up internal and external Environmental (Management) Audits, as well as supplier audits. They are familiar with the creation and application of suitable audit tools and the necessary communication techniques. They can also identify improvement potential, reliably evaluate adherence to legal compliance as well as conformity of the Environmental Management System to norm requirements.