Integrated Management Systems Auditor Training Course

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