Lead Auditor - ISO 9001

Lead Auditor Training Course -ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

Objectives

Our ISO 9001 Lead Auditor course is designed to train delegates in the principles and practices of undertaking quality management system audits. These are in line with the generic guidelines laid down in ISO 19011 and the requirements of the ISO 9001: 2008 standard. Participants will also learn the skills and techniques of auditing and how to communicate the findings of the audit effectively to the management of the auditee organisation. On completion of the course, delegates should also understand the principles of accreditation and certification schemes.

Course Description

This course is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge needed to audit and improve quality management systems. It meets the requirements of the IRCA Registration Governing Board, registered course number A17395. The course comprises a mix of lectures and practical exercises including role-play and case studies to provide the delegates with a full understanding of the quality audit process. The practical exercises focus on the audit process using the ISO 9000 series of standards.

Course Content

• The 8 Quality Principles
• Key Elements of Quality Systems
• The Audit Preparation
• Reporting and Follow Up

• Quality Management Systems Development
• Requirements of ISO 9001: 2008
• Auditor Skills and Techniques for Process Auditing
• Examinatio

Note: Delegates who gain a pass mark in the examination will be deemed to have met the training requirements for registration as an Auditor/Lead Auditor.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for company staff who have responsibility within a quality management system or will be involved in the auditing of such systems. This course will also benefit those persons who manage quality or purchasing within their organisations and wish to gain maximum benefit from the quality management system audit process.

Course Tutors

This course will be conducted by quality specialists who are registered with the International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA) as Lead Auditors and who have a hands on experience of certification auditing and the requirements of quality systems. Their experience and knowledge of all aspects of audit and quality management systems provides a valuable bonus to delegates as this experience can be passed on during formal sessions and informal discussions.