Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to participate in an internal audit process and is appropriate where internal audit processes are conducted to support externally audited programs. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit has application where auditing occurs in an area that the person is not directly responsible for and where they are required to follow a formal, structured process. It is designed to support participation in auditing a range of programs designed to identify hazards, assess risk and implement control measures. These may include but are not limited to occupational health and safety (OHS), quality and environmental management. At this level, the person would typically work under direction and may be required to operate within established audit procedures, such as those outlined in ISO 10011. Participation implies that the person can participate in all stages of an audit but is not responsible for negotiating audit scope, allocating audit tasks to others or reporting on audit outcomes. When applied to the pharmaceutical industry, FDFPH2001A Apply Good Manufacturing Practice procedures should be selected to support the application of this unit. FDFPH2001A incorporates content covered in FDFOP2063A Apply quality systems and procedures, and can be used as an alternative to this prerequisite unit for this sector. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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FDFOHS2001A |
Participate in OHS processes |
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FDFOP2063A |
Apply quality systems and procedures |
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MSAENV272A |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Participate in planning an audit |
1.1. Roles and responsibilities for participating in the audit are identified 1.2. The purpose and scope of the audit is identified 1.3. Information and resources required to conduct the audit are identified and located |
2. Participate in conducting an audit |
2.1. Information is collected that is adequate, representative and meets audit requirements 2.2. Information is analysed to assess adequacy of performance against program 2.3. Records are reviewed to confirm compliance with the program 2.4. Compliance with the program is observed in the workplace 2.5. Areas requiring corrective action are identified |
3. Report and follow up audit outcomes |
3.1. Situations presenting an imminent and serious risk to the program objectives are identified and reported immediately in accordance with reporting requirements 3.2. Audit reports are prepared to address audit scope requirements 3.3. The results of the audit are communicated according to audit purpose and requirements 3.4. A corrective action plan is developed |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Ability to :
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Required knowledge |
Knowledge of :
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. In addition, the following optional unit may be relevant:
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Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Audits |
Audits may be conducted against workplace programs and/or legislative requirements. Audits may be undertaken for advisory or regulatory purposes and may be led by internal or external auditors |
Information collection methods |
Information collection methods include:
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Corrective action plans |
A corrective action plan identifies non-conformance, corrective actions, date by which action must be taken and any other follow up requirements |
Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
People management/planning/logistics |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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