Pollution Prevention

Preventing and managing pollution risks from business operations

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of pollution prevention and the practical measures organisations use to prevent pollution of air, water and land. Learners will explore regulatory requirements, source reduction strategies, emission controls, waste minimisation, spill prevention and incident response. The course is suitable for environmental managers, site managers and operational teams.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the legal framework for pollution prevention in the UK
• Identify pollution risks from operational activities to air, water and land
• Apply source reduction strategies to minimise pollution potential
• Implement containment and control measures for pollution prevention
• Manage waste to prevent pollution of land and water
• Respond effectively to pollution incidents
• Meet regulatory reporting and permit compliance obligations

Course Structure (3 topics, 9 lessons)