CEA Audit Process & Reporting 3

Question 1

In environmental auditing, the term 'auditee' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The organization or facility being audited

Answer

The auditee is the organization, facility, or site that is the subject of the environmental audit.

Question 2

Which of the following represents a 'positive finding' in an environmental audit?

Accepted Answer

An area where the facility exceeds compliance requirements

Answer

Positive findings highlight areas where a facility's performance surpasses regulatory or management system requirements, recognizing excellence.

Question 3

What is the role of an 'audit protocol' in the environmental audit process?

Accepted Answer

A structured checklist or guide that ensures systematic coverage of audit criteria

Answer

An audit protocol is a systematic checklist or guide that directs auditors through the requirements to be evaluated, ensuring complete and consistent coverage.

Question 4

During the closing conference of an environmental audit, the audit team should:

Accepted Answer

Present preliminary findings, allow auditee response, and agree on next steps

Answer

The closing conference provides preliminary findings to the auditee, captures factual corrections, and establishes the timeline for the final report and corrective actions.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of 'objective evidence' used to support an audit finding?

Accepted Answer

A signed and dated inspection log reviewed during the audit

Answer

Objective evidence is verifiable information such as records, documents, or observable conditions that can be confirmed independently of personal opinion.

(CEA) Certified Environmental Auditor Practice Test

(CEA) Certified Environmental Auditor Practice Test

CEA Audit Process & Reporting 3