Course Description
This comprehensive 5-day course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to conduct effective audits of Integrated Management Systems (IMS) based on ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 standards. Participants will learn audit principles, techniques, and best practices for assessing quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety management systems in an integrated manner.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards
- Learn to plan, conduct, and report on IMS audits effectively
- Develop skills to identify and report non-conformities and opportunities for improvement
- Gain practical experience through case studies and role-playing exercises
- Understand the benefits and challenges of integrated management systems
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction to Integrated Management Systems
- Overview of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards
- Principles of integrated management systems
- Benefits and challenges of integration
- IMS documentation and structure
Day 2: Audit Principles and Preparation
- Audit types, principles, and processes
- Roles and responsibilities of auditors
- Audit planning and preparation
- Developing audit checklists for IMS
Day 3: Conducting IMS Audits
- Opening meetings and communication techniques
- Gathering and verifying information
- Audit sampling methods
- Identifying and classifying nonconformities
Day 4: Audit Reporting and Follow-up
- Preparing audit findings and conclusions
- Writing effective audit reports
- Conducting closing meetings
- Corrective actions and follow-up processes
Day 5: Practical Application and Case Studies
- Mock audit exercises
- Case study analysis and discussion
- Best practices for IMS auditing
- Continuous improvement in IMS auditing
Practical Wins for Participants
- Ability to conduct efficient and effective IMS audits
- Enhanced understanding of integrated management system requirements
- Improved communication and reporting skills for audit findings
- Practical tools and techniques for successful IMS auditing
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
