Higg FEM (Facility Environmental Module) Training Course

Sustainable Apparel Coalition’s Environmental Assessment Tool

Strengthen your organization’s environmental performance measurement with our comprehensive Higg FEM Training Course, designed to help facilities understand and implement the Higg Index Facility Environmental Module. This training equips participants with the knowledge needed to assess and improve environmental sustainability across energy, water, waste, chemicals, and air emissions.

Course Overview

Our Higg FEM Training Course provides a practical understanding of the Higg Index self-assessment methodology, covering environmental management systems, energy and greenhouse gas management, water use, wastewater, air emissions, waste management, and chemicals management. Participants learn how to conduct self-assessments, gather supporting documentation, and prepare for third-party verification.

Who Should Attend?

  • Facility and Production Managers
  • Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officers
  • Sustainability and CSR Managers
  • Compliance and Quality Teams
  • Anyone responsible for implementing or maintaining Higg FEM assessments

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the purpose and structure of the Higg Index and Higg FEM module
  • Interpret the seven environmental impact areas assessed under Higg FEM
  • Identify data collection requirements for energy, water, and waste management
  • Understand chemicals management and wastewater/air emissions criteria
  • Conduct an accurate facility self-assessment on the Higg platform
  • Prepare documentation and evidence for third-party verification

Course Content

  1. Introduction to the Higg Index & Sustainable Apparel Coalition
  2. Overview of Higg FEM Structure & Scoring Methodology
  3. Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
  4. Energy Use & Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
  5. Water Use & Water Management
  6. Wastewater Management & Discharge Requirements
  7. Air Emissions Management
  8. Waste Management & Reduction Strategies
  9. Chemicals Management under Higg FEM
  10. Data Collection, Evidence & Documentation Requirements
  11. Self-Assessment Process & Third-Party Verification
  12. Practical Exercises & Case Studies

Course Duration

1-2 Days (depending on organizational needs)

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, confirming their understanding of Higg FEM environmental assessment requirements.

Why Choose Us?

✔ Experienced & Certified Trainers
✔ Practical, Hands-on Learning Approach
✔ Customized Training as per Industry Needs
✔ Interactive Case Studies & Real-Life Examples
✔ Post-Course Support & Guidance

Enroll Today

Strengthen your team’s environmental assessment knowledge. Register now for our upcoming Higg FEM Training Course.