ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

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

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.

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 days

• 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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