Environmental Management Systems (EMS) ISO 14001 Implementation in Construction Industry: A Malaysian Case Study

Abstract

This study seeks to explore the crucial part in EMS implementation; i.e. environmental aspects 
and impacts, Good Environmental Practice to be developed in construction site, as well as the 
level of awareness or understanding amongst site staffs on ISO 14001 EMS implementation in 
their organizations. Data were collected via interviews, surveys and site visits. A number of 
environmental aspects and impacts, and Good Environmental Practices based on ISO 
14001:2004 have been identified. The level of understanding of the site staffs on ISO 14001 
EMS requirements has been found to be good except for matters concerning Schedule Waste 
Management. In conclusion, the successful implementation of ISO 14001 EMS mainly de
pends on staffs‘ understanding.