Training on Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety Auditing (QEHS Auditing)

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of auditing principles and practices for integrated management systems covering Quality (ISO 9001), Environmental (ISO 14001), and Occupational Health & Safety (ISO 45001) standards. Participants will learn how to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on audits in line with ISO 19011 guidelines. The program emphasizes risk-based thinking, continuous improvement, and effective communication during audits to drive compliance and operational excellence.

Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their skills in integrated management system auditing, this course equips participants with the tools and techniques required to assess, improve, and sustain QEHS performance within their organizations.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

• Quality, Environment, and Safety Managers

• Internal and External Auditors

• Compliance and Risk Management Professionals

• Project and Operations Managers

• Supervisors and Team Leaders involved in QEHS programs

Organization Impact:

• Strengthens compliance with international standards and legal requirements.

• Enhances operational efficiency and reduces risks.

• Builds stakeholder confidence in QEHS performance.

• Promotes a proactive culture of safety, quality, and sustainability.

Individual Impact:

• Develops recognized auditing competencies.

• Enhances analytical and communication skills.

• Boosts professional value and career advancement potential.

• Provides readiness for ISO auditor certification programs.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and scope of QEHS management systems.

• Plan and execute internal and external audits effectively.

• Identify non-conformities and recommend corrective actions.

• Apply ISO 19011 audit guidelines and reporting techniques.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.

Module 1: Introduction to QEHS Management Systems

• Overview of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.

• Understanding the integration of QEHS systems.

• The importance of auditing in organizational improvement.
  Case Study: Implementing an integrated QEHS audit framework in a manufacturing company.

Module 2: Principles and Types of Audits

• Internal vs. external audits.

• Compliance, system, and performance audits.

• Audit ethics, independence, and objectivity.
  Case Study: Comparing audit outcomes from reactive and proactive audit programs.

Module 3: Audit Planning and Preparation

• Developing an audit program and schedule.

• Determining audit scope, criteria, and objectives.

• Preparing audit checklists and documentation.
  Practical Exercise: Designing an audit plan for an integrated QEHS system.

Module 4: Conducting the Audit

• Interviewing techniques and gathering objective evidence.

• Evaluating compliance with QEHS requirements.

• Identifying non-conformities and opportunities for improvement.
  Role Play: Conducting a simulated internal audit.

Module 5: Audit Reporting and Follow-Up

• Writing effective audit reports.

• Root cause analysis and corrective action planning.

• Monitoring implementation and continuous improvement.
  Case Study: Closing major non-conformities identified during a corporate audit.