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An environmental policy, endorsed by directorate level management,
is a key element of such a programme. ISO 14004 [
6]sets out
guidelines for establishing an environmental management system
(EMS) and specifies the key features of an effective environmental
policy as:
i.
Being appropriate to the nature, scale and environmental
impacts of the organisation’s activities, products and services;
ii.
A commitment to comply with relevant environmental
legislation;
iii.
A commitment to continual improvement and pollution
prevention;
iv.
Providing a framework for setting and reviewing
environmental objectives and targets;
v.
Being documented and communicated to all employees,
suppliers, and customers.
6
International Organization for Standardization. ISO 14004 Environmental management systems – General guidelines
on principles, systems and supporting techniques.
http://www.iso.org/iso/iso14000