Day 1: Zoom session: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Day 2: In-person waste audit 9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location to be determined
Day 3: Zoom session: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Day 4: Zoom session: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (includes final exam).
Important: In-person waste audits are central to the learning experience and a required component referred to in the final exam.
Member Rate : $1,575
Non-Member Rate : $1,775
Email [email protected] or call 416.657.2797, ext.203 to express interest or reserve a spot.
A waste audit analyzes a facility’s waste stream. It identifies the type of waste and recycling materials generated, and how much of it is recovered for recycling or lost to disposal. The data from a waste audit allows organizations to identify and establish options for reduction, enhanced diversion and potential for cost savings and recovery.
Reduction, reuse and recycling saves money by reducing disposal and hauling costs, and items captured for recycling can be sold as a commodity. A waste audit helps organizations identify savings and revenue opportunities.
As part of 3RCertified, organizations are required to conduct a waste audit. A waste auditor investigates the sources, composition, weight, volume, and destinations of material that an organization or facility generates. With a greater understanding of material being generated organizations can make informed choices on purchasing and procurement, which will lead to less material generated, more diversion options, and increased cost savings and environmental performance.
A thorough and efficient materials management program will increase the amount of paper, plastic, wood, glass, and metals diverted from disposal, and reduce air and water pollution, mitigate climate change, and conserve natural resources.
Circular Innovation Council offers Waste Auditor Training sessions, which are based on a Standard Waste Audit Method that supports development in key areas:
Waste Auditor Training is a popular learning and development opportunity, and each session is limited to 12 -16 registrations.
A combination of lectures and workshops offers attendees hands-on experience through case studies, creation of audit plans, and development and application of auditing skills through table-top scenarios and situational exercises.
Participants also learn about modern methods of performance measurement, methods of calculating waste reduction, and realistic indicators of effective source separation programs. Participants apply audit findings into compliant and effective waste reduction work plans that focus on waste reduction and reuse as priorities.
Waste Auditor Training equips participants with the necessary tools to complete a waste audit for their organization in accordance with regulatory requirements and our Standard Waste Audit Method.
*Participants are required to pass both the in-class and written examination components of the training to be eligible for a Waste Auditor Certificate. To receive a Waste Auditor Certificate an overall minimum score of 70 percent based on attendance, participation, course work, and exam must be achieved.
Member Rate: $1,575
Non-Member: $1,775
All fees must be paid prior to the training. Electronic transfers also accepted. An invoice can be generated on request.
Full refunds (less $150 administrative fee) are offered if notice of cancellation is made 14 days or more before the first day of class.
Full refunds are not offered if notice of cancellation is given less than 14 days before the first day of class. Rather, a class credit toward a future course for up to 75 percent of the registration fee is offered.
To provide notice of cancellations for Waste Auditor Training call 416-657-2797 ext.203 or email [email protected]
Waste Auditor Training is a popular offering that attracts a diverse set of individuals who wish to expand their knowledge and experience:
Circular Innovation Council offers specialized Waste Auditor Training for corporations with company- and sector-specific examples and exercises to examine existing waste and recycling programs.
Corporate training enhances waste and recycling management of an organization, and enables greater co-operation and standardization across multiple locations or departments. Internal management capacity and relationship with vendors are also discussed in a private setting not suitable in an open classroom setting.
Most importantly, with more efficient and knowledgeable staff, organizations can reduce cost and increase revenue from materials recovery.
William Baird is a waste audit manager at AET Group. He is a Certified Environmental Professional and graduated from the University of Western with a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolution, he also holds a diploma in Environmental Control from Sheridan College.
William has extensive experience managing and leading solid waste studies and developing waste management programs for all levels of government and the IC&I sector and has completed hundreds of waste audits across Canada and the USA.
Paolo Muir is a Zero Waste Associate in British Columbia. Paolo developed his Zero Waste background learning closely from the council of Capannori in Tuscany, Italy, the first European council to adhere to a Zero Waste policy. Paolo’s postgraduate fieldwork research offered a comparative analysis between top-down and bottom-up approaches to Zero Waste in Europe. His work has led him to develop a strategically valuable network within the Zero Waste field via Zero Waste Europe and the Zero Waste International Alliance.
Paolo has extensive experience in the development of Zero Waste education and certification programs, as well as in their implementation in a consulting role. In addition, Paolo brings his training and experience as a professional solid waste auditor for the IC&I sector. With a decade of international work, he is currently working in Canada to spread the portfolio of good practices developed, towards implementing Zero Waste policies and practices.
Circular Innovation Council is a registered charity.
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