Quality Management Systems (QMS) Lead Auditor Training Course (ISO 9001) teaches the principles and practices of effective Quality Management System audits in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 19011, “Guidelines for auditing management systems”.  Experienced tutors in this field will guide delegates through the entire audit process, from initiating the audit through to conducting audit follow-up. This standard is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach and continual improvement. 

This course designed to help the Lead auditors, Management representatives, QA/QC Managers, Consultant,Operations Managers & Project Managers to acquire the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit that establishes conformity and enhances overall organizational performance.

• The goal of this management system is for all organizations to seek continuous performance improvement.
• Develop the knowledge and skill required to conduct a full audit of an organization's Quality Management System (QMS) to ISO 9001:2015.
• Gain the confidence to effectively audit a QMS in accordance with internationally recognized best practice techniques. Demonstrate your commitment to quality by transforming existing auditor skills to ISO 9001:2015.
• Consolidate your expertise with the latest developments and contribute to the continuous improvement of the business.
• Acquire the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit that establishes conformity and enhances overall organizational performance.
• You'll grasp the key principles and practices of effective QMS audits in line with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 19011 "Guidelines for auditing management systems".
• Explain the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit in accordance with ISO 19011 (and ISO 17021 where appropriate)
• Understand the philosophy, concepts, and benefits of a Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2015, "Quality Management Systems -Requirements".

Learning Level: Advanced

Duration: 5day(s)

Day 1: Introduction to Quality Management and ISO 9001

• Course objectives and structure
• Standard and regulatory framework
• Certification process
• Fundamental principles of quality management
• Quality Management System (QMS)

Day 2: Audit principles, preparation and launching of an audit

• 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)

Day 3: Audit activities

• Stage 2 audit (Part 2)
• Communication during the audit
• Audit procedures
• Creating audit test plans
• Drafting audit findings and non-conformity reports

Day 4: Closing the audit

• 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
• Closing the training

Day 5: Examination