ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course Overview

Introduction

• Speaker: Luke from Alex Consulting
• Focus: Provide an overview of ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course
  • Structure
  • Cost
  • Duration

Importance of ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification

• Critical for doing supplier, third-party, and internal audits
• Specific to quality auditing
• Other similar certifications:
  • Environmental Lead Auditor: ISO 14001
  • Health and Safety Lead Auditor: ISO 45001

Course Overview

Target Audience

• Individuals performing second-party (supplier/vendor) or third-party (certification body) audits
• Suitable for lead auditors in organizations managing an internal audit team

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of ISO 9001 standard
• Recommended: Internal Audit Course (typically 2 days)

Course Details

Duration

• 5 days of classroom training
• Full-time, intensive

General Structure

• Audit Skills: Handling various auditing scenarios, including difficult situations
• Audit Checklists: Developing checklists to cover all relevant areas
• Written Procedures: Writing internal procedures like purchasing procedures
• Audit Terminology: Understanding terms like nonconformity, correction, corrective action, etc.
• Audit Process: From opening meeting to follow-up and closeout meetings
• Live Audit: Practical experience in a real audit environment

Examination

• Type: Open book written exam
• Preparation: Mock questions daily, practical experience

Costs

• Generally between £1,000 - £2,000
• Course should be certified by a recognized body (e.g., CQI, IRCA)

Conclusion

• Importance of certification and CPD
• Encouragement to subscribe and ask questions