ISO Audit Execution & Evidence Gathering 1

Question 1

What is the purpose of audit execution?

Accepted Answer

To carry out the audit, collect evidence, and evaluate processes

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To gather evidence only

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To assign audit tasks

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To monitor employee performance

Question 2

What type of evidence is typically gathered during an audit?

Accepted Answer

Records, documents, observations, and interviews

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Interviews only

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Employee feedback

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Customer complaints

Question 3

What is the purpose of interviewing staff during an audit?

Accepted Answer

To understand process implementation and compliance

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To assess job satisfaction

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To monitor performance

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To collect nonconformities

Question 4

Why is it important to review records during an audit?

Accepted Answer

To confirm processes are being followed and documentation exists

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To monitor performance

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To identify problems

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To improve customer satisfaction

Question 5

How should an auditor evaluate evidence?

Accepted Answer

By comparing evidence to audit criteria

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By gathering as much evidence as possible

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By interviewing more staff

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By taking photographs

Question 6

What is the role of observation during an audit?

Accepted Answer

To assess how processes are implemented and align with procedures

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To gather evidence of nonconformities

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To monitor employee behavior

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To evaluate customer feedback

Question 7

What is the purpose of documenting audit findings?

Accepted Answer

To record the audit results and nonconformities

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To track audit progress

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To monitor employee performance

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To assess customer satisfaction

Question 8

How should an auditor handle evidence that doesn’t meet the audit criteria?

Accepted Answer

Document the nonconformity, discuss with the auditee, and determine corrective actions

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Ignore the evidence

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Delete the evidence

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Report it to external authorities

Question 9

What should an auditor do if there is insufficient evidence?

Accepted Answer

Request more information, extend the audit if needed

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End the audit

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Ignore the gap

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Issue a report without evidence