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What is the definition of audit interview?

A method of collecting information through a series of questions and observations. The interview is the basis for collecting and interpreting information in the audit.

Learn more about audit interview in the class "Conducting an Internal Audit 200" below.

Conducting an Internal Audit 200

Quality Department

Class Information

Tooling U classes are offered at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
The typical class consists of 12 to 25 lessons and typically requires at least two hours of instruction time.

Class Name	Conducting an Internal Audit 200
Description	This class describes the steps of the internal auditing process and explains effective approaches for conducting audit interviews.
Prerequisites	900110
Difficulty	Intermediate
Number of Lessons	19

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Class Outline

Class Objectives

Objectives

What Is an Internal Audit?

Focus of Internal Audits

Types of Quality Documentation

Quality Records

Benefits of an Internal Audit

Internal Auditor Responsibilities

The Internal Audit Process

The Role of the Audit Team

Conducting Audit Interviews

Sample Ineffective Interview

Sample Effective Interview

Collecting Information

Random Sampling

Observations and Non-conformances

The Exit Meeting

The Formal Audit Report

Corrective Action

Summary

Define an internal audit.

Explain the focus of internal audits.

Identify the types of quality documentation.

Explain the importance of quality records.

List the benefits of an internal audit.

Describe the responsibilities of an internal auditor.

List the steps in the internal audit process.

Explain the role of the audit team.

Describe guidelines for conducting an audit interview.

Identify examples of ineffective interview questions.

Identify examples of effective interview questions.

Identify common types of evidence.

Define random sampling.

Distinguish between observations and non-conformances.

Explain the purpose of the exit meeting.

Describe the contents of an audit report.

Explain the importance of corrective actions.

Class Vocabulary

Term	Definition
audit	An examination of a company's activities or products to determine if a company is doing what it says it is doing.
audit interview	A method of collecting information through a series of questions and observations. The interview is the basis for collecting and interpreting information in the audit.
audit team	A group of individuals selected to perform an internal audit. The audit team is responsible for auditing selected departments in its own company.
auditee	An organization or department to be audited.
checklist	A document that contains numbers, statements, or other evidence found in the audit.
continuous improvement	The belief that an organization must constantly measure the effectiveness of its processes and strive to meet more difficult objectives to satisfy customers.
corrective action	A plan created by management to address a non-conformance. Corrective actions lead to company improvement.
evidence	Information that pertains to the quality of an item, process, or element of a quality system.
exit meeting	A meeting of the audit team and auditee to discuss the results of the audit.
external auditor	An individual outside of the organization that objectively assesses the effectiveness of the organization's quality system. External auditors are required to register with ISO 9000.
follow-up audit	An audit designed to evaluate the effectiveness of a corrective action.
formal audit report	A report containing the results of the audit. The report lists all information pertaining to the audit in a final, formal language.
internal audit	An examination of a company's activities or products conducted by the company's own staff. ISO 9000 requires internal audits.
internal auditor	An individual that is selected to perform an internal audit. Internal auditors cannot audit their own work.
lead auditor	The individual responsible for leading the audit team. The lead auditor prepares the audit plan, conducts the meetings, and submits the formal audit report.
micrometer	A U-shaped measuring instrument with a threaded spindle that slowly advances toward a small anvil. Micrometers are available in numerous types for measuring assorted dimensions and features.
non-conformance	A failure to comply with a requirement of a company's quality system.
observation	An item of evidence found during an audit that relates to the quality of the product, process, or quality system. Observations may or may not require corrective action.
operating procedure	A document describing an organization process. An operating procedure contains moderate detail.
process audit	An audit that focuses on processes and not a specific person or product. A process audit examines the effectiveness of company procedures.
product audit	An audit that focuses on a product to determine if it meets specifications. Customers might request product audits if their products have had consistent problems.
quality policy manual	The overall objectives and direction of the organization. Upper management is responsible for drafting the quality policy.
quality record	A document recording specific information that relates to a procedure or work instruction. Quality records are proof that an organization is complying with its procedures and policies.
random sampling	The selection of quality records at random to determine if they accurately represent a company's quality system.
scope	The range of activites that are the focus of an audit. The scope includes all areas of importance in an audit.
work instruction	A document describing specific activities and tasks within the organization. It contains the greatest amount of detail.

What is the definition of audit interview?

A method of collecting information through a series of questions and observations. The interview is the basis for collecting and interpreting information in the audit.Learn more about audit interview in the class "Conducting an Internal Audit 200" below.

Conducting an Internal Audit 200

Quality Department

A method of collecting information through a series of questions and observations. The interview is the basis for collecting and interpreting information in the audit.

Learn more about audit interview in the class "Conducting an Internal Audit 200" below.