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ABCs of EMS Auditing

ABCs of EMS Auditing. EPA Regions 9 & 10 and The Federal Network for Sustainability 2005. A udit Evidence. Look for: Consistency of identified aspects and observed aspects Whether activities match procedures Employee awareness of relevant EMS elements

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ABCs of EMS Auditing

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  1. ABCs of EMS Auditing EPA Regions 9 & 10 and The Federal Network for Sustainability 2005

  2. Audit Evidence Look for: • Consistency of identified aspects and observed aspects • Whether activities match procedures • Employee awareness of relevant EMS elements • Effectiveness of the non-conformance process • Effectiveness and adequacy of the system • Top management commitment to the EMS

  3. Basic Rules of Auditing • Be objective- i.e., look at evidence; do not make assumptions or allow your views to affect the findings, • Be fair and consistent, • Stay focused on the criteria, • Stay within the scope and plan, • Do not finalize findings until you have sufficient evidence.

  4. The Three Cs of Auditing EMS Conformance Meets the requirements (implements the “shalls”) Consistency Various elements inter-related (significant aspects reflected in procedures, considered in objectives and targets, etc.) Continual Improvement Mechanisms in place for improvement (including correcting non-conformances and progress towards objectives and targets)

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