INTRODUCTION
Get equipped with relevant skills, knowledge and hands-on experience in identifying, managing and projecting environmental impacts of a project, interpret, analyze and report the impacts and get the necessary capacity to identify solutions for mitigating negative effects of projects to man and environment in general. Our course also equips you with a management tool used by industry to evaluate and manage its environmental performance.
DURATION
5 days
Course Level:
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Use EIA as a decision making tool in project planning and management
- Coordinate EIA processes and write EIA reports
- Explain the legal and policy framework for EIA. Monitor, evaluate and audit
- projects/programmes with confidence and produce an audit report
- Interpret correctly the audit requirements of Environmental
- Management Systems, Standards and audit procedures
Modules
Module 1: Fundamentals of Environmental Impact Assessment
- Overview of EIA and Its Importance
- Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for EIA
- The EIA Process: Steps and Procedures
Module 2: Scoping and Baseline Studies
- Identifying Key Environmental Issues
- Designing Baseline Studies
- Data Collection and Analysis Techniques
Module 3: Assessing Environmental Impacts
- Methods for Impact Prediction and Evaluation
- Identifying Direct, Indirect, and Cumulative Impacts
- Risk Assessment and Prioritization
Module 4: Mitigation Strategies and Alternatives
- Developing Effective Mitigation Plans
- Exploring Project Alternatives
- Incorporating Sustainability into Decision-Making
Module 5: EIA Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement
- Structuring and Writing EIA Reports
- Communicating Findings to Stakeholders
- Public Participation and Conflict Resolution
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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