ISM / ISPS / MLC & Auditor

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

Lead auditor training for ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems, aligned with ISO 19011:2018 audit methodology and ISO/IEC 17021 lead auditor competence.

Regulatory basis

  • ISO 9001:2015
  • ISO 19011:2018
  • ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015

Target audience

  • Lead auditors, QHSE managers, consultants

Prerequisites

  • Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
Learning objectives

What you'll be able to do

Plan, lead, and report ISO 9001 audits
Manage an audit team and audit programme
Apply risk-based thinking and process approach
Course content

Modules & topics

Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.

01

ISO 9001:2015 requirements

  • High Level Structure
  • Process approach
  • Risk-based thinking
02

ISO 19011 methodology

  • Audit programme
  • Conducting audits
  • Auditor competence
03

Lead auditor skills

  • Team management
  • Opening/closing meetings
  • Reporting
04

Practical workshops

  • Role plays
  • Case studies
  • Audit reports

Assessment

Written examination and continuous assessment over 5 days; meets IRCA/Exemplar Global lead auditor course requirements.

Certification

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certificate.

References & further reading

Authoritative sources

This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.

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