ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Training Overview: The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to conduct audits of quality management systems according to ISO 9001:2015. This course provides comprehensive training on auditing principles, techniques, and best practices, enabling participants to effectively plan, conduct, report, and follow up on audits in various organizational contexts.

Target Audience:

• ISO 9001 third party or certification auditor
• Quality managers and auditors
• Internal auditors
• Lead auditors
• Consultants and advisors
• Compliance officers
• Anyone involved in auditing quality management systems or seeking to become a certified auditor

Reference Standards: The course is aligned with ISO 9001:2015 – Quality management systems – Requirements. Additionally, it may reference other relevant standards such as ISO 19011 – Guidelines for auditing management systems.

Objectives:

• To familiarize participants with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and related auditing standards
• To provide comprehensive knowledge of auditing principles, techniques, and methodologies
• To develop practical auditing skills through hands-on exercises and case studies
• To prepare participants to conduct audits of quality management systems effectively and professionally
• To prepare participants for certification as quality management system auditors

Learning Outcome: Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 9001:2015
• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on audits of quality management systems
• Apply auditing techniques and methodologies in various audit scenarios
• Identify non-conformities and areas for improvement in quality management systems
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders

Course Content:

1. Introduction to Quality Management System Auditing
   • Overview of auditing principles and concepts
   • Understanding the role and responsibilities of auditors
   • Overview of ISO 9001:2015 and its application in auditing quality management systems
2. Auditing Fundamentals
   • Types of audits and their objectives
   • Audit planning, preparation, and execution
   • Risk-based approach to auditing
3. ISO 9001:2015 Requirements
   • Understanding the requirements of ISO 9001:2015
   • Quality management principles and their application
   • Process approach to quality management
4. Auditing Techniques and Methodologies
   • Interviewing techniques and effective communication skills
   • Document review and evidence gathering
   • Sampling methods and data analysis techniques
5. Audit Process
   • Audit initiation, scope determination, and planning
   • Conducting on-site audits, including opening meetings, document review, and interviews
   • Audit reporting, including non-conformity identification and reporting
6. Audit Reporting and Follow-up
   • Preparation and issuance of audit reports
   • Follow-up activities and verification of corrective actions
   • Monitoring and measurement of audit program effectiveness
7. • ISO 19011:2011 and ISO 17021:2018

Audit Activities

Identification of Non-Conformities [N/C’s].

Documenting the Audit (Audit Report)

Conducting Audit Follow-Up

Practical Auditing Exercise

Competence and Evaluation of Auditors.

8: Creating a Corrective Action Plan

Who participates?

Developing a Plan

Using the Form

What is Root Cause Analysis?

When (and when not) to use Root Cause Analysis

The Root Cause Analysis Process

How to construct a Root Cause Analysis Checklist

Examples of how a well-run Root Cause Analysis Process works

Corrective and Preventive Actions

• Duration: 5 daysTraining Methodologies
  • Case Study
  • Individual Exercises
  • Role Play
  • Group Exercises
  • Group Presentation
  • Examination
• Assessment and Qualification
  Learning is assessed through:
  • 3 hours open examination. Passing the exams qualifies the candidate for Cognicert ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (CPD Certificate)
  • Practical experience of 25 days with activity log qualifies participants for our Cognicert ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (Auditor Category) I.D Card and Certificate
  • Practical experience of 50 days with activity log qualifies participants for our Cognicert ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (Lead Auditor Category) I.D Card and Certificate

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