Auditor Training for IMS @ Aarti Industries Ltd, Dahej – Saffron Division

Overview

Recently, employees from Aarti Industries Ltd, Dahej (Saffron Division), completed a comprehensive three-day Auditor Training for Integrated Management Systems (IMS). This training covered three crucial standards: ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems (QMS), ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). Conducted by our enthusiastic and energetic team, the training was designed to be engaging and interactive, incorporating various exercises and intriguing case studies to maintain participant interest and involvement.

Course Content

Structure and Overview of Standards

The course began with a detailed structure and overview of the three standards—ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018. This section ensured participants understood the core principles and frameworks of each standard.

Quality Management Principles

Participants explored quality management principles, setting the stage for understanding how to maintain and improve quality across processes.

Fundamentals of Auditing

Audit Definition, Types, and Principles

A significant portion of the training focused on the fundamentals of auditing. Participants learned about the definition of an audit, different types of audits, and the principles guiding effective auditing practices.

ISO 19011 Requirements

The training delved into the specific requirements of ISO 19011, the standard for auditing management systems, providing comprehensive guidelines for conducting audits.

Audit Planning and Preparation

Practical skills were emphasized through sessions on audit planning and preparation, where participants learned to develop audit plans and prepare effectively.

Audit Tools and Techniques

Participants were introduced to various audit tools and techniques, essential for conducting thorough and systematic audits.

Conducting Audits

Audit Performance

The performance of audits was covered, highlighting the step-by-step process of conducting an audit, from initial meetings to gathering and evaluating evidence.

Reporting Non-Conformities

Reporting non-conformities was a critical aspect of the training, teaching participants how to identify, document, and report issues accurately.

Audit Report Preparation

The preparation of audit reports was another key focus, ensuring that participants could communicate their findings clearly and effectively.

Post-Audit Processes

Corrective Action and Audit Follow-Up

The training covered corrective actions and audit follow-up, emphasizing the importance of addressing non-conformities and verifying the effectiveness of corrective actions.

Continuous Assessment

Continuous assessment was integrated throughout the training to ensure participants were absorbing and applying the knowledge effectively.

Interactive Elements

Role-Play Exercises and Feedback

To make the learning experience more dynamic, the training included role-play exercises, allowing participants to practice real-world audit scenarios and receive constructive feedback.

Conclusion

The session concluded with a written examination to assess the participants’ understanding and readiness to conduct internal audits. Overall, the Auditor Training for IMS was a rigorous and engaging program that equipped Aarti Industries Ltd employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct effective internal audits, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with international standards.