BS 8555:2003 Environmental management systems - Guide to the phased implementation of an environmental management system including the use of environmental performance evaluation
This British Standard provides guidance for all organizations but particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, on the phased development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of an environmental management system. It also includes advice on:
—the integration and use of environmental performance evaluation techniques during the implementation process; and
—the coordination of such an environmental management system with other management systems, where appropriate.
The guidelines in this British Standard are applicable to any organization, regardless of the nature of the business activity undertaken, location, or level of maturity.
2003BS 8555:2003 Environmental management systems - Guide to the phased implementation of an environmental management system including the use of environmental performance evaluation