RC 14001 – Responsible Care
While ISO 14001 focuses specifically on environmental management, RC 14001 broadens the scope by integrating health, safety, environmental, and security (EHS&S) performance across all aspects of chemical industry operations.
QCI Global actively provides RC 14001 certification services to organizations across the United States and internationally, helping businesses demonstrate responsible practices and commitment to sustainable operations.
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What Is It?
RC 14001 is a dual-standard certification program that merges the principles of ISO 14001 with the Responsible Care® initiative, a global effort championed by the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA).
This integrated management system supports organizations in enhancing their environmental stewardship, employee safety, and community protection. QCI Global’s accreditation ensures competence in evaluating compliance with both ISO and Responsible Care criteria, assuring that certified companies are aligned with industry best practices and committed to continuous improvement in EHS&S performance.
Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) is designed to embody the Responsible Care Guiding Principles and Codes of Management Practice and translate them into the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) management system cycle.
What Is It? QCI Global’s accreditation in RC14001 certification indicates its competence in assessing organizations’ compliance with both ISO 14001 and the Responsible Care requirements. RC14001 is designed to help organizations implement a management system that meets the requirements of both ISO 14001 and the Responsible Care initiative. The Responsible Care program, led by members of the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA), promotes the continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, and security (EHS&S) performance within the chemical industry. Responsible Care Management Systems ® Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) is designed to embody the Responsible Care Guiding Principles and Codes of Management Practice and translate them into the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) management system cycle. RCMS helps organizations continually improve their practices, enhance their sustainability performance, and foster a culture of responsibility and accountability. ISO 14001 ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized standard that provides a systematic framework for organizations to manage their environmental responsibilities. Learn more about ISO 14001. A Partner You Can Trust QCI Global’s certification services can enhance your credibility in the marketplace. Certification from a reputable and independent third-party certification body like QCI Global demonstrates to your stakeholders, customers, and business partners that your management systems have been objectively evaluated and are meeting recognized standards of excellence. QCI Global understands the importance of a successful RC14001 management system in achieving responsible care and promoting environmental, health, and safety excellence. Their trained and motivated auditors are equipped with the necessary expertise and experience in the chemical sector and environmental, health, and safety practices to effectively assess and validate the conformity of your RC14001 system. John Fraser’s involvement ensures that QCI Global stays up-to-date with the latest developments and changes in environmental management systems. This allows QCI Global to provide accurate and reliable auditing services, keeping customers and auditors well-informed and confident in their compliance efforts.
ISO 14001 is an international standard prescribing a structured approach to environmental protection. It enables organizations of all sizes to develop and implement policies to deliver environmentally responsible and sustainable business practices.
Learn more about ISO 14001.
If your goal is to ensure that your management systems are achieving your expectations by playing a pivotal role in your current and future excellence, then QCI Global can partner with you. Our certification services will ensure that your systems are working effectively while generating value and credibility.
QCI Global can be instrumental in the success of your RC14001 management system. Our auditors are trained, capable and motivated to bring value and credibility to your responsible care system, while assessing its conformity to RC14001. Your auditors will have the necessary chemical sector and environmental, health and safety experience to meet QCI Global’s commitment of Advancing Business Excellence.
John Fraser’s involvement ensures that QCI Global stays up-to-date with the latest developments and changes in environmental management systems. This allows QCI Global to provide accurate and reliable auditing services, keeping customers and auditors well-informed and confident in their compliance efforts.
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