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mungry  
#1 Posted : 13 April 2010 08:52:28(UTC)
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mungry

We are in the process of going for OHSAS 18001 and I need to write a procedure for our internal audit process. Has any one out there got one that they are willing to let me have a look at in order to help me write ours, any help much appreciaited - no point in reinventing the wheel ! Thanks
Heather Collins  
#2 Posted : 13 April 2010 09:10:52(UTC)
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Heather Collins

Do you already have ISO9001? If so then talk to your Quality people, they will already have what you need.
mungry  
#3 Posted : 13 April 2010 09:28:53(UTC)
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mungry

No we dont have 9001, thats why i am asking for help
Mairead Walls  
#4 Posted : 13 April 2010 10:59:58(UTC)
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Mairead Walls

I have a procedure which may be of use to you - but how do I send the information to you?? I've just joined this morning!
John Harvey  
#5 Posted : 13 April 2010 12:32:08(UTC)
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John Harvey

Hi Mungry, Good luck with the implementation of 18,001. My immediate thoughts are:- Why do you need to have a documented procedure for your internal audit process - if you check the standard you don't actually require a documented procedure. As long as you can demonstrate that you are meeting the requirements of the standard. My advice, I'm no expert, but have been on 18,001 internal audit courses:- make sure the audit programme is risk based so focus your resources in higher risk areas of the business, based on your risk assessments have an audit schedule in place for the year - defining authority, responsibilities, timings, areas etc have competent auditors have a process for conducting, reporting and retaining the records from audits. make sure your audit forms define scope frequency etc.. think there's something about impartiality too!! i.e. don't audit your own area etc... cheers, John
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