Quality Auditor Certification ASQ Certified Quality Auditor 2

Question 1

During an audit, the auditor discovers that a corrective action from a previous audit has not been implemented. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Document a repeat finding and escalate to audit management

Answer

Repeat findings must be documented and escalated because they indicate a systemic failure in the corrective action process.

Question 2

Which sampling method gives every item in the population an equal chance of being selected?

Accepted Answer

Simple random sampling

Answer

Simple random sampling ensures each unit has an equal and independent probability of selection, eliminating selection bias.

Question 3

An audit finding is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A statement of noncompliance supported by objective evidence

Answer

An audit finding is a factual statement of noncompliance or conformance that is substantiated by verifiable objective evidence.

Question 4

The primary purpose of an audit work plan is to:

Accepted Answer

Outline the resources, schedule, and activities needed to complete the audit

Answer

An audit work plan details the logistics, responsibilities, timeline, and methods the audit team will use to execute the audit.

Question 5

When an auditor encounters a situation where the auditee's representative refuses to provide requested records, the auditor should:

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and notify the lead auditor

Answer

Refusal to provide records is itself an observation that must be documented and communicated to the lead auditor for resolution.

Quality Auditor Certification Practice Test