ISO 14001 clause 7.2 Competence requires the following records:
- Training Record as evidence of competence.

The following documents are not mandatory, but organizations can decide whether to write them:

- Training Program
- Competence, Training, and Awareness Procedure

Examples:
An organization implementing ISO 14001 decided to create:
- Job descriptions and competency profiles: These documents outline the required skills, knowledge, and experience for personnel performing tasks that can affect environmental performance. They serve as evidence of competency during recruitment and performance evaluations.
- Training records: These records demonstrate that employees have received the necessary training to perform their tasks effectively and to serve as a basis for training effectiveness evaluation.
- Certifications and qualifications: Documents such as professional certifications, licenses, and qualifications can be used to demonstrate the competence of personnel in specific areas related to environmental performance.
- Performance evaluations and feedback: Regular performance evaluations and feedback sessions help assess and improve the competence of personnel. These records provide evidence of ongoing competency development and highlight areas for improvement.
- Awareness attendance records: These records demonstrate that employees have participated in awareness actions.