Integrated Managed Systems Internal Auditor

Course Code: IMS002

Overview:

This course provides comprehensive training on auditing integrated management systems (IMS) covering health, safety, quality, environmental, and energy management standards. Participants will learn how to develop and implement audit programs, conduct thorough internal audits, and ensure continuous improvement in compliance and performance. Through interactive workshops and real-world scenarios, auditors will gain practical skills to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of IMS in their organizations.

  1. Understand the principles of integrated management systems (IMS).
  2. Learn the requirements of health, safety, quality, environmental, and energy management standards.
  3. Develop and implement effective internal audit programs.
  4. Conduct comprehensive internal audits of IMS.
  5. Identify and address non-conformities in IMS.
  6. Write clear and actionable audit reports.
  7. Implement corrective and preventive actions.
  8. Ensure continuous improvement in IMS performance.
  9. Enhance communication and collaboration across different management systems.
  10. Stay updated with the latest IMS regulatory changes and best practices.
  • Internal auditors
  • Compliance officers
  • Quality managers
  • Environmental managers
  • Health and safety managers
  • Energy management professionals

Introduction to Integrated Management Systems (IMS)

  • Overview of IMS and its importance
  • Key principles and definitions

Health, Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management Standards

  • Detailed requirements of each standard
  • Understanding the interrelationships between standards

Developing Internal Audit Programs

  • Steps to create an effective audit program
  • Planning and scheduling audits

Conducting Internal Audits

  • Techniques and methodologies for auditing IMS
  • Practical audit exercises and role-playing

Identifying Nonconformities

  • Common non-conformities in IMS
  • Strategies for identifying and categorizing non-conformities

Writing Audit Reports

  • Structure and content of effective audit reports
  • Ensuring clarity and actionability

Implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions

  • Steps for implementing corrective actions
  • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of actions

Continuous Improvement in IMS

  • Techniques for continuous improvement
  • Best practices for maintaining IMS performance

Communication and Collaboration

  • Enhancing cross-functional collaboration in IMS
  • Effective communication strategies for auditors

Staying Updated with IMS Regulations and Best Practices

  • Latest regulatory changes and their impact on IMS
  • Resources for staying informed and proactive

Conclusion and Review

  • Recap of key concepts
  • Q&A session