ISO 9001 Lead Auditor | GAQM Certification Training
This five-day intensive course enables participants to develop the necessary expertise to audit a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001:2015 and ensure that the organization is competent in maintaining its quality management system. The Lead Auditor training will equip participants with the skills and ability to perform audits by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques. During this training, the participant will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to proficiently plan and perform internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011; the certification process according to ISO 17021.
Overview
This five-day intensive course enables participants to develop the necessary expertise to audit a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001:2015 and ensure that the organization is competent in maintaining its quality management system. The Lead Auditor training will equip participants with the skills and ability to perform audits by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques. During this training, the participant will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to proficiently plan and perform internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011; the certification process according to ISO 17021.
Based on practical exercises, the participant will develop the skills (mastering audit techniques) and competencies (managing audit teams and audit program, communicating with customers, conflict resolution, etc.) necessary to efficiently conduct an audit.
Pre-Requisite
Course objectives and structure
Standard and regulatory framework
Certification process
Fundamental principles of quality management
Quality Management System (QMS)
Fundamental audit concepts and principles
Audit approach based on evidence and risk
Initiating the audit
Stage 1 Audit
Preparing the stage 2 audit (on-site audit)
Stage 2 Audit (Part 1)
Stage 2 Audit (Part 2)
Communication during the audit
Audit Procedures
Creating Audit test plans
Drafting audit findings and non-conformity reports
Documentation of the audit and quality review
Closing the Audit
Evaluating action plans by the auditor
Beyond the initial audit
Managing an internal audit programme
Competence and evaluation of auditors
Internal Auditors
Auditors wanting to perform and lead Quality Management System (QMS) certification audits
Project managers or consultants wanting to master the Quality Management System audit process
Persons responsible for the Quality conformity in an organization
Members of a Quality team
Expert advisors in Quality Management Systems
Technical experts wanting to prepare for a Quality audit function
ISO 9001 Foundation Certification or basic knowledge of ISO 9001 is recommended.
Duration:3 Hours
Question Format : Essay-Type Questions
Exam Language : English