ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor

Building on knowledge acquired through previous training in the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, this course delivers the practical knowledge required to conduct internal audits of an ISO 9001:2015 QMS.

A review of ISO 9001:2015 to ensure thorough and common understanding of the new requirements is followed by information on how to conduct audits in accordance with the ISO 9000 series of standards:

• ISO 19011:2011 – “Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems”, and
• “Guidance on the Concept and Use of the Process Approach for Management Systems”.

Through a balance of formal presentations, case studies, simulation of audit activities and group activities, participants will learn the necessary elements to perform a quality audit.

Who Should Take It

Individuals with responsibility for management, operation, implementation or maintenance of an ISO 9001 QMS.  This includes, but is not limited to:

• Those responsible for transitioning their organization’s QMS to meet the new requirements.
• Senior Management
• ISO Coordinators, Quality Managers & Management Representatives
• Members of the Quality Team and/or Internal Audit Team
• ISO 9001 Auditors, Quality Professionals and Consultants

Learning Objectives

• Review the new standard’s requirements (each section and its requirements).
• Understand the new concepts of “documented information”, “Risk-Based Thinking” and “leadership”, with strategies and guidance for auditing related requirements.
• Appreciate the roles and responsibilities of the Auditor.
• Apply the concepts and guidelines detailed in ISO 19011:2011 when performing an audit.
• Practice all phases of an internal audit (using checklists, recording evidence, writing reports, etc.).
• Develop the communication skills, leadership skills and attitudes required to perform internal audits.

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