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NEW QUESTION # 24
You will lead a third-party audit next Monday on ABC, an organisation that provides services for cleaning windows from the outside of tall buildings. They work on demand, and usually have 4-5 orders per week. All documented information on these activities is kept at the central office.
On Friday evening, before the audit, you are informed by mail that customers cancelled all orders for the next week; therefore, the auditors will not have the chance to see them working at the customer's premises, but the field supervisors will be available at the ABC offices.
You have prepared the audit plan and the checklist. Choose the best action you would take:

• A. Start the audit on Monday as planned, interviewing the functions that regularly work at the central office, and visit another customer's premises they cleaned the week before.
• B. Ask the Certification Body you work for how to proceed with the audit.
• C. Start the audit on Monday at ABC's as planned, interviewing the functions that regularly work at the central office, and plan visits to ABC customers wherever they may be working during the following week.
• D. Complete the audit but ask the quality manager to clean some windows at the ABC's office, simulating the process they carry out at customers' premises.

Answer: B

Explanation:
According to ISO 19011:2018, clause 6.3.3, the audit plan should be reviewed and revised as necessary to address changes that occur during the audit planning. The audit plan should be agreed upon, preferably in writing, by the audit team leader, the audit client and the auditee1. Therefore, if there is a significant change in the auditee's situation, such as the cancellation of all orders for the next week, the audit plan should be reviewed and revised accordingly, with the agreement of all parties involved.
According to ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015, clause 9.1.4, the certification body should have a process to ensure that the audit team has the competence to achieve the audit objectives, and that the audit methods are appropriate for the scope and complexity of the audit. The certification body should also have a process to ensure that the audit is conducted under reasonable conditions and within a reasonable time frame2. Therefore, if there is a risk that the audit objectives cannot be achieved, or that the audit methods are not suitable, due to the change in the auditee's situation, the certification body should be consulted and informed on how to proceed with the audit.
Therefore, the best action to take is B, ask the certification body you work for how to proceed with the audit.
This action will ensure that the audit plan is revised and agreed upon by all parties, and that the audit team has the competence and the methods to conduct the audit effectively and efficiently. The other options are not correct, as they may compromise the quality and validity of the audit:
*A. Start the audit on Monday at ABC's as planned, interviewing the functions that regularly work at the central office, and plan visits to ABC customers wherever they may be working during the following week:
This action may not be feasible or acceptable, as it may extend the audit duration and cost beyond the agreed terms, and it may not provide sufficient and appropriate audit evidence to verify the conformity and effectiveness of the auditee's processes. Moreover, this action may not be agreed upon by the audit client and the auditee, and it may not be approved by the certification body.
*C. Start the audit on Monday as planned, interviewing the functions that regularly work at the central office, and visit another customer's premises they cleaned the week before: This action may not be relevant or reliable, as it may not reflect the current performance and condition of the auditee's processes. The audit evidence collected from the previous customer may not be valid or representative of the audit criteria, and it may not address the risks and opportunities associated with the auditee's context and objectives. Moreover, this action may not be agreed upon by the audit client and the auditee, and it may not be approved by the certification body.
*D. Complete the audit but ask the quality manager to clean some windows at the ABC's office, simulating the process they carry out at customers' premises: This action may not be objective or impartial, as it may introduce bias and influence in the audit process. The audit evidence collected from the simulated process may not be accurate or authentic, and it may not demonstrate the actual capability and effectiveness of the auditee's processes. Moreover, this action may not be ethical or professional, as it may compromise the integrity and credibility of the audit and the certification.
References: ISO 19011:2018(en), Guidelines for auditing management systems, ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015(en), Conformity assessment - Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems
- Part 1: Requirements

NEW QUESTION # 25
Which of the following two documents does an auditor need to prepare and complete prior to the on-site audit?

• A. Risk Matrices
• B. Findings
• C. Procedures
• D. Audit Plan
• E. Audit Report
• F. Checklist / Prompts

Answer: D,F

Explanation:
According to ISO 19011:2018, clause 6.3, the audit plan is a document that provides the basis for agreement regarding the conduct of the audit. The audit plan should include the information listed in my previous response, such as the audit objectives, scope, criteria, schedule, team, methods, report, etc. The audit plan should be prepared and completed prior to the on-site audit, and should be communicated to the audit team and the auditee1.
According to ISO 19011:2018, clause 6.4.3, the checklist / prompts are documents that list the questions or topics that need to be covered during an audit. The checklist / prompts can help the auditor to collect and verify information relevant to the audit criteria, and to ensure the consistency and completeness of the audit.
The checklist / prompts should be prepared and completed prior to the on-site audit, and should be based on the audit plan and the audit scope and objectives1.
Therefore, the two documents that an auditor needs to prepare and complete prior to the on-site audit are B and D, as they are essential for planning and conducting the audit. The other options are not correct, as they are either prepared or completed after the on-site audit, or not required by the standard:
*A. Audit Report: The audit report is a document that provides a complete, accurate, concise, and clear record of the audit. The audit report should include the information listed in my previous response, such as the audit objectives, scope, criteria, findings, conclusions, etc. The audit report should be prepared and completed after the on-site audit, and should be distributed to the audit client and the auditee1.
*C. Procedures: Procedures are documents that specify the way activities are to be performed. Procedures may be part of the audit criteria, if they are part of the organization's management system, or part of the audit programme, if they are part of the certification body's or registrar's requirements. Procedures are not prepared or completed by the auditor prior to the on-site audit, but rather reviewed or followed by the auditor during the audit1.
*E. Risk Matrices: Risk matrices are tools that help to assess and prioritize the risks and opportunities associated with the audit programme or the audit. Risk matrices may be part of the audit programme management, if they are used to determine and evaluate the audit programme risks and opportunities, or part of the audit preparation, if they are used to determine and evaluate the audit risks and opportunities. Risk matrices are not prepared or completed by the auditor prior to the on-site audit, but rather used or updated by the auditor during the audit programme management or the audit preparation1.
*F. Findings: Findings are the results of the evaluation of the collected audit evidence against the audit criteria.
Findings can indicate either conformity or nonconformity, as well as positive aspects or opportunities for improvement. Findings are not prepared or completed by the auditor prior to the on-site audit, but rather generated and recorded by the auditor during the audit activities1.
References: ISO 19011:2018(en), Guidelines for auditing management systems

NEW QUESTION # 26
Below are four of the seven principles on which ISO 9000 series are based. Match a potential benefit to each of the quality management principles (QMP).

Answer:

Explanation:

Explanation:
Quality management principles:
Customer focus = Increased revenue and market share
Engagement of people = Enhanced trust and collaboration throughout the organisation Improvement = Enhanced drive for innovation Evidence-based decision-making = Increased ability to demonstrate effectiveness of past actions According to the Quality management principles document published by ISO, each quality management principle has a statement, a rationale, key benefits, and actions you can take to apply it. Based on these descriptions, the potential benefits can be matched to the corresponding principles as follows:
Customer focus: The primary focus of quality management is to meet customer requirements and to strive to exceed customer expectations. The key benefits of this principle include increased customer value, customer satisfaction, customer loyalty, repeat business, reputation, customer base, revenue and market share.
Engagement of people: Competent, empowered and engaged people at all levels throughout the organization are essential to enhance its capability to create and deliver value. The key benefits of this principle include improved understanding of the organization's objectives and values, increased involvement in improvement activities, enhanced personal development, increased motivation and empowerment, enhanced trust and collaboration, and increased recognition and rewards.
Improvement: Successful organizations have an ongoing focus on improvement. The key benefits of this principle include improved organizational capabilities, alignment of improvement activities at all levels, increased ability to anticipate and react to opportunities and threats, enhanced drive for innovation, and increased levels of satisfaction.
Evidence-based decision-making: Decisions based on the analysis and evaluation of data and information are more likely to produce desired results. The key benefits of this principle include improved decision-making processes, increased ability to demonstrate the effectiveness of past decisions, increased ability to review, challenge and change opinions and decisions, and increased ability to improve performance.

NEW QUESTION # 27
Select six tasks you would expect to be completed at the audit team meeting of a third-party audit team leader and his audit team in preparation for a Closing meeting for a four-day initial certification audit.

• A. Audit team leader informs the individual(s) managing the audit programme that the closing meeting is ready to be held.
• B. Hold daily audit team meeting to review any timetable issues and potential findings and their impact on the audit for other team members.
• C. Write the audit finding report out when detected and obtain signature of the auditee.
• D. Audit team complete final version of their individual findings.
• E. Re-audit corrective actions taken to correct findings found during the audit.
• F. Audit team agree final audit outcome recommendation.
• G. Audit team leader completes final report, including individual findings and certification recommendation.
• H. Final audit team meeting to agree findings and categories including clarification of any uncertainties.
• I. Agree the roles of each audit team member for the closing meeting.
• J. Audit team review any points raised by the auditee nominated representative.

Answer: D,E,F,H,I,J

Explanation:
The tasks that are expected to be completed at the audit team meeting of a third-party audit team leader and his audit team in preparation for a Closing meeting for a four-day initial certification audit are:
*Option C: Final audit team meeting to agree findings and categories including clarification of any uncertainties. This option is correct because the audit team meeting is an opportunity for the audit team leader and the audit team members to review and consolidate the audit findings, to ensure that they are clear, accurate, objective, and supported by sufficient audit evidence. The audit team should also agree on the categories of the findings, such as nonconformity, observation, or opportunity for improvement, and resolve any uncertainties or disagreements among the audit team members.
*Option D: Agree the roles of each audit team member for the closing meeting. This option is correct because the audit team meeting is an opportunity for the audit team leader to assign the roles and responsibilities of each audit team member for the closing meeting, such as presenting the audit findings, answering questions, or taking notes. The audit team leader should also ensure that the audit team members are prepared and confident to perform their roles and to communicate effectively with the auditee.
*Option E: Audit team review any points raised by the auditee nominated representative. This option is correct because the audit team meeting is an opportunity for the audit team to review any points raised by the auditee nominated representative during the audit, such as requests for clarification, feedback, or complaints. The audit team should consider the validity and relevance of the points raised and decide how to address them in the closing meeting or in the audit report.
*Option F: Audit team agree final audit outcome recommendation. This option is correct because the audit team meeting is an opportunity for the audit team to agree on the final audit outcome recommendation, based on the audit findings and the audit criteria. The audit team should also consider the implications and consequences of the audit outcome recommendation for the auditee and the certification body, and ensure that the recommendation is consistent and justified.
*Option H: Audit team complete final version of their individual findings. This option is correct because the audit team meeting is an opportunity for the audit team to complete the final version of their individual findings, based on the agreement and feedback from the audit team meeting. The audit team should ensure that their individual findings are written in a clear, concise, and factual manner, and that they include the audit criteria, the audit evidence, and the audit conclusion. The audit team should also submit their individual findings to the audit team leader for review and approval.
*Option I: Re-audit corrective actions taken to correct findings found during the audit. This option is correct because the audit team meeting is an opportunity for the audit team to re-audit the corrective actions taken by the auditee to correct the findings found during the audit, if applicable and feasible. The audit team should verify the effectiveness and adequacy of the corrective actions and update the audit findings accordingly. The audit team should also document the results of the re-audit and communicate them to the auditee.
The following options are not correct:
*Option A: Audit team leader informs the individual(s) managing the audit programme that the closing meeting is ready to be held. This option is not correct because this task is not part of the audit team meeting, but part of the communication between the audit team leader and the individual(s) managing the audit programme. The audit team leader should inform the individual(s) managing the audit programme that the closing meeting is ready to be held after the audit team meeting, when the audit team has completed all the tasks and is ready to present the audit results to the auditee.
*Option B: Hold daily audit team meeting to review any timetable issues and potential findings and their impact on the audit for other team members. This option is not correct because this task is not part of the final audit team meeting, but part of the daily audit team meetings that are held during the audit. The daily audit team meetings are opportunities for the audit team to review the progress and performance of the audit, to identify and resolve any issues or problems, and to coordinate and adjust the audit plan and activities as needed.
*Option G: Audit team leader completes final report, including individual findings and certification recommendation. This option is not correct because this task is not part of the audit team meeting, but part of the audit reporting process. The audit team leader should complete the final report, including the individual findings and the certification recommendation, after the closing meeting, when the audit team has received and considered the feedback and comments from the auditee. The audit team leader should also ensure that the final report is reviewed and approved by the appropriate authorities before issuing it to the auditee and the certification body.
*Option J: Write the audit finding report out when detected and obtain signature of the auditee. This option is not correct because this task is not part of the audit team meeting, but part of the audit evidence collection and documentation process. The audit team should write the audit finding report out when detected and obtain the signature of the auditee during the audit, when the audit team has observed and verified the audit evidence and has communicated the audit finding to the auditee. The signature of the auditee does not indicate acceptance or agreement with the audit finding, but only acknowledgement of receipt.
References:
*ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for auditing management systems, Clause 6.4.2: Conducting audit activities, Subclause i) and j)
*ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course Material, Module 5: Conducting an Audit, Slide 19: Audit Team Meeting
*ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course - IRCA Certified, Section 5.4: Audit Team Meeting
*Lead Auditor Exam Preparation Guide (EPG) Template - PECB, Section 3.2: Exam Content Outline, Subsection 3.2.1: Section 1 - Audit Fundamentals, Subsection 3.2.2: Section 2 - Audit Principles, Subsection
3.2.3: Section 3 - Audit Process, Subsection 3.2.4: Section 4 - Audit Competencies

NEW QUESTION # 28
In a third-party audit to ISO 9001, select two options of when the organisation is required to act in response to reported findings.

• A. An opportunity for improvement is raised.
• B. A finding of conformity is reported.
• C. A major non-conformity is raised.
• D. A minor non-conformity is raised.
• E. A recommendation is given in the report.
• F. A finding of good practice is reported.

Answer: C,D

Explanation:
According to ISO 19011:2018, clause 6.6.2, a nonconformity is the non-fulfilment of a requirement. A nonconformity can be classified as either major or minor, depending on the nature and extent of the deviation from the audit criteria. A major nonconformity is a nonconformity that affects the ability or the integrity of the organization's management system to achieve the intended results. A minor nonconformity is a nonconformity that does not affect the ability or the integrity of the organization's management system to achieve the intended results, but is a deviation from the audit criteria1.
According to ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015, clause 9.4.9, the organization is required to analyze the cause and describe the specific correction and corrective actions taken, or planned to be taken, to eliminate detected nonconformities, within a defined time. The organization is also required to provide the certification body with records and evidence of the implementation and effectiveness of the correction and corrective actions taken.
The certification body will then verify the correction and corrective actions taken by the organization and decide on the certification status2.
Therefore, the two options of when the organization is required to act in response to reported findings are D and F, as they indicate the presence of nonconformities that need to be corrected and prevented from recurring.
The other options are not correct, as they do not require the organization to act in response to reported findings:
*A. A recommendation is given in the report: A recommendation is a suggestion for improvement that is not related to a nonconformity. A recommendation is not binding for the organization and does not affect the certification status. The organization may choose to accept or reject the recommendation, but it is not required to act on it.
*B. A finding of good practice is reported: A finding of good practice is a positive observation that indicates a strength or a best practice of the organization's management system. A finding of good practice is not related to a nonconformity and does not affect the certification status. The organization may choose to acknowledge or share the finding of good practice, but it is not required to act on it.
*C. An opportunity for improvement is raised: An opportunity for improvement is a potential area where the organization's management system can be enhanced or optimized. An opportunity for improvement is not related to a nonconformity and does not affect the certification status. The organization may choose to pursue or ignore the opportunity for improvement, but it is not required to act on it.
*E. A finding of conformity is reported: A finding of conformity is a confirmation that the organization's management system fulfils the audit criteria. A finding of conformity is not related to a nonconformity and does not affect the certification status. The organization may choose to celebrate or communicate the finding of conformity, but it is not required to act on it.
References: ISO 19011:2018(en), Guidelines for auditing management systems, ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015(en), Conformity assessment - Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems
- Part 1: Requirements

NEW QUESTION # 29
Which two of the following are the key expected results of a quality management system that conforms to the requirements of ISO 9001:2015?

• A. Consistently provide products that meet customers' requirements
• B. Increased profits
• C. Decreased number of nonconforming products in all stages of the manufacturing cycle
• D. Decreased number of management system nonconformities
• E. Enhanced customer satisfaction
• F. Decreased number of warranty claims

Answer: A,E

Explanation:
The key expected results of a quality management system that conforms to the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 are stated in clause 0.1 of the standard, which says: "The adoption of a quality management system is a strategic decision for an organization that can help to improve its overall performance and provide a sound basis for sustainable development initiatives. The potential benefits to an organization of implementing a quality management system based on this International Standard are: a) the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements; b) facilitating opportunities to enhance customer satisfaction; c) addressing risks and opportunities associated with its context and objectives; d) the ability to demonstrate conformity to specified quality management system requirements." Therefore, the two options that best match these benefits are A and E, as they directly relate to providing products and services that meet customer requirements and enhancing customer satisfaction. The other options are not explicitly mentioned as key expected results, although they may be possible outcomes of implementing a quality management system. References: ISO 9001:2015 - Quality management systems - Requirements, Key Elements of an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, What is ISO 9001 2015 as a Quality Management Systems?

NEW QUESTION # 30
Which two of the following aspects of a quality management system must the organisation continually improve?

• A. Responsiveness
• B. Suitability
• C. Adaptability
• D. Applicability
• E. Effectiveness
• F. Efficiency

Answer: E,F

Explanation:
According to the ISO 9001:2015 document, the organisation must continually improve the suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness of the quality management system1. However, among the six options given, only effectiveness is directly mentioned as an aspect of the quality management system that must be continually improved. Therefore, C is one of the correct answers.
Efficiency, on the other hand, is not explicitly stated as an aspect of the quality management system that must be continually improved, but it is implied by the quality management principle of improvement, which states that successful organisations have an ongoing focus on improvement2. One of the key benefits of applying this principle is improving operational effectiveness and efficiency2. Therefore, E is another correct answer.
Suitability, adaptability, responsiveness, and applicability are not aspects of the quality management system that must be continually improved, according to the ISO 9001:2015 document. They may be related to the quality management system, but they are not the focus of continual improvement.
Therefore, the correct answer is C and E.
References: 1: ISO 9001:2015 - Quality management systems - Requirements 2: ISO - Quality management principles

NEW QUESTION # 31
Select the word that best completes the sentence:

Answer:

Explanation:

Explanation:

According to the ISO - Management system standards page, the key benefits of an effective management system include improved operational effectiveness and efficiency, improved risk management and protection of people and the environment, and enhanced drive for innovation. The Integrated Use of Management System Standards (IUMSS) handbook also states that the purpose and objectives of management system standards are to help organizations improve their performance by specifying repeatable steps that organizations consciously implement to achieve their goals and objectives.
Therefore, the complete sentence is:
"The purpose of a management system standard is to improve the performance of an organisation."

NEW QUESTION # 32
You are carrying out an audit at a single-site organisation seeking certification to ISO 9001 for the first time.
The organization manufactures cosmetics for major retailers and the name of the retailer supplied appears on the product packaging. Sales turnover has increased significantly over the past five years.
You are interviewing the new Product Development Manager. You note that a software application called SWIFT is used to help control the product development process.
You have gathered audit evidence as outlined in the table. Match the ISO 9001 clause 8.3 extracts to the audit evidence.

Answer:

Explanation:

NEW QUESTION # 33
Match the process descriptions below to the process names:

Answer:

Explanation:

Explanation:
Match the process descriptions below to the process names:
The process by which the accuracy of test equipment is checked against a known standard. = Calibration The process by which a product or service is visually examined to determine conformity to requirements. = Evaluation The process by which data is examined in detail to reach a specific answer or answers. = Analysis The process by which a parameter of a product or service is examined to determine a specific value. = Measurement According to the ISO 9000:2015 - Quality management systems - Fundamentals and vocabulary, the definitions of the process names are as follows:
Calibration: operation that, under specified conditions, in a first step, establishes a relation between the quantity values with measurement uncertainties provided by measurement standards and corresponding indications with associated measurement uncertainties and, in a second step, uses this information to establish a relation for obtaining a measurement result from an indication.
Evaluation: determination of the suitability, adequacy or effectiveness of an object to achieve established objectives.
Analysis: detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.
Measurement: process to experimentally obtain one or more quantity values that can reasonably be attributed to a quantity.
Therefore, the process descriptions can be matched to the process names based on these definitions.
References:
ISO 9000:2015 - Quality management systems - Fundamentals and vocabulary

NEW QUESTION # 34
An internal auditor of a manufacturer of polystyrene packaging products for the electronics industry raised a nonconformity against section 10.3 of ISO 9001 in Report IA202. The nonconformity (NC 3) stated:
"The reject rate of the finished product of 9.7% needs improvement as it doesn't meet the stated objective of top management of 5%." As the third-party auditor reviewing the internal audit process, you come across the nonconformity. For corrective action, the Quality Manager conducted an investigation into the reject rates. He reported that the collection baskets for products ejecting from the moulding machines were not large enough. About 6% of products fell onto the wet and dirty factory floor. Management stated that replacing the baskets was too costly and ordered the Maintenance Manager to ensure that the floor was kept clean and dry to prevent rejects. The auditor later checked the factory floor, which was wet and dirty in places.
From the following nonconformities, select three that the auditor could raise to ISO 9001.

• A. 7.3 - Staff were not aware that products were falling onto the factory floor.
• B. 9.2.2 - Report IA202 contained a poorly worded nonconformity (NC 3).
• C. 10.2.1 - Conduct of an investigation was not sufficient to understand the cause of the nonconformity.
• D. 7.1.1 - The organisation failed to provide the required resources to prevent nonconforming products.
• E. 8.6 - Dirty products were released to the customer.
• F. 10.3 - The organisation did not continuously improve. Reject rates were unchanged.
• G. 7.1.4 - The factory environment is not suitably maintained to prevent dirty products.
• H. 8.5.1 - Production operations were not properly controlled to avoid reject products.

Answer: D,F,G

Explanation:
The auditor could raise the following nonconformities to ISO 9001 based on the scenario:
*Option A: 10.3 - The organisation did not continuously improve. Reject rates were unchanged. This option is correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 10.3 requires the organization to improve the suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the quality management system. The organization did not demonstrate any improvement in reducing the reject rate of the finished product, which was a stated objective of top management. The corrective action taken by the organization was not effective in addressing the root cause of the problem and preventing its recurrence.
*Option B: 7.1.4 - The factory environment is not suitably maintained to prevent dirty products. This option is correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 7.1.4 requires the organization to determine, provide and maintain the environment necessary for the operation of its processes and to achieve conformity of products and services.
The organization did not ensure that the factory floor was clean and dry, which affected the quality of the products and increased the risk of nonconformity.
*Option C: 7.1.1 - The organization failed to provide the required resources to prevent nonconforming products. This option is correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 7.1.1 requires the organization to determine and provide the resources needed for the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of the quality management system. The organization did not provide adequate collection baskets for the products ejecting from the moulding machines, which resulted in products falling onto the factory floor and becoming nonconforming.
The following options are not correct:
*Option D: 9.2.2 - Report IA202 contained a poorly worded nonconformity (NC 3). This option is not correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 9.2.2 does not specify the requirements for the wording of nonconformities in internal audit reports. The nonconformity (NC 3) stated by the internal auditor was clear and relevant to the audit criteria and audit evidence. The issue is not with the report, but with the corrective action taken by the organization.
*Option E: 8.6 - Dirty products were released to the customer. This option is not correct because ISO
9001:2015 clause 8.6 requires the organization to implement planned arrangements, at appropriate stages, to verify that the product and service requirements have been met. The scenario does not indicate that the dirty products were released to the customer, but that they were recalled and repaired then returned to the customers. The issue is not with the release, but with the production process and the environment.
*Option F: 7.3 - Staff were not aware that products were falling onto the factory floor. This option is not correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 7.3 requires the organization to ensure that the persons doing work under its control are aware of the quality policy, relevant quality objectives, their contribution to the effectiveness of the quality management system, and the implications of not conforming with the quality management system requirements. The scenario does not indicate that the staff were not aware of these aspects, but that the management did not provide adequate resources and environment for the staff to perform their work. The issue is not with the awareness, but with the management responsibility and resource provision.
*Option G: 10.2.1 - Conduct of an investigation was not sufficient to understand the cause of the nonconformity. This option is not correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 10.2.1 requires the organization to react to the nonconformity and, as applicable, take action to control and correct it and deal with the consequences. The scenario indicates that the Quality Manager conducted an investigation into the reject rates and identified the cause of the nonconformity. The issue is not with the investigation, but with the corrective action taken by the management.
*Option H: 8.5.1 - Production operations were not properly controlled to avoid reject products. This option is not correct because ISO 9001:2015 clause 8.5.1 requires the organization to implement production and service provision under controlled conditions. The scenario indicates that the production operations were controlled by the moulding machines, which ejected the products into the collection baskets. The issue is not with the production operations, but with the size of the collection baskets and the condition of the factory floor.
References:
*ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems - Requirements
*ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course Material, Module 6: Reporting Audit Findings, Slide 14: Writing Nonconformity Statements
*ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course - IRCA Certified, Section 6.2: Reporting Audit Findings
*Lead Auditor Exam Preparation Guide (EPG) Template - PECB, Section 3.2: Exam Content Outline, Subsection 3.2.1: Section 1 - Audit Fundamentals, Subsection 3.2.2: Section 2 - Audit Principles, Subsection
3.2.3: Section 3 - Audit Process, Subsection 3.2.4: Section 4 - Audit Competencies

NEW QUESTION # 35
Select six of the activities that are specifically required by ISO 17021-1 as part third-party (Certification Body) surveillance audit processes.

• A. Conduct a minimum number of annual surveillance audits during the certification period.
• B. Failing to meet financial responsibilities.
• C. Handling of customer complaints since last visit.
• D. Audit use of certification marks on marketing materials.
• E. Verify legal compliance.
• F. Complete a full document review of the quality management system.
• G. Review the status of previously raised findings and audit effectiveness of any outstanding findings.
• H. Review the calibration status of the instrumentation.
• I. Review changes to the QMS since last visit.
• J. Confirm effectiveness of internal audit and management review.

Answer: C,D,E,G,I,J

Explanation:
The activities that are specifically required by ISO 17021-1 as part of third-party (Certification Body) surveillance audit processes are:
*Option A: Audit use of certification marks on marketing materials. This option is correct because ISO
17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 requires the certification body to audit the client's use of marks and/or any other reference to certification, as applicable, to ensure conformity with the certification requirements.
*Option B: Review changes to the QMS since last visit. This option is correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 requires the certification body to review any changes affecting the client's quality management system and its ability to continue to fulfil the requirements of the standard used for certification.
*Option C: Confirm effectiveness of internal audit and management review. This option is correct because ISO
17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 requires the certification body to confirm the continuing effectiveness of the client's quality management system, including the effectiveness of the internal audit and management review processes.
*Option F: Review the status of previously raised findings and audit effectiveness of any outstanding findings.
This option is correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 requires the certification body to review the status of findings and any corrective actions taken by the client in response to previous audits, and to verify the effectiveness of the implemented corrective actions.
*Option H: Verify legal compliance. This option is correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 requires the certification body to verify the client's compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements related to the scope of certification.
*Option I: Handling of customer complaints since last visit. This option is correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 requires the certification body to review the client's handling of customer complaints related to the certified activities since the last audit.
The following options are not correct:
*Option D: Complete a full document review of the quality management system. This option is not correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 does not require the certification body to complete a full document review of the quality management system during surveillance audits. A full document review is only required during the initial certification audit or when there are significant changes to the quality management system or the certification requirements.
*Option E: Failing to meet financial responsibilities. This option is not correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 does not require the certification body to audit the client's financial responsibilities during surveillance audits. The certification body may have contractual arrangements with the client regarding the payment of fees, but this is not part of the surveillance audit process.
*Option G: Review the calibration status of the instrumentation. This option is not correct because ISO
17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 does not require the certification body to review the calibration status of the instrumentation during surveillance audits. The certification body may audit the client's monitoring and measuring resources as part of the quality management system requirements, but this is not a specific activity required by ISO 17021-1.
*Option J: Conduct a minimum number of annual surveillance audits during the certification period. This option is not correct because ISO 17021-1:2015 clause 9.6.2.2 does not require the certification body to conduct a minimum number of annual surveillance audits during the certification period. The certification body may determine the frequency and duration of surveillance audits based on the risk and performance of the client, but this is not a specific activity required by ISO 17021-1.
References:
*ISO 17021-1:2015 Conformity assessment - Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems - Part 1: Requirements
*ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course Material, Module 7: Audit Follow-up and Surveillance, Slide 8: Surveillance Audit
*ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course - IRCA Certified, Section 7.2: Audit Follow-up and Surveillance
*Lead Auditor Exam Preparation Guide (EPG) Template - PECB, Section 3.2: Exam Content Outline, Subsection 3.2.1: Section 1 - Audit Fundamentals, Subsection 3.2.2: Section 2 - Audit Principles, Subsection
3.2.3: Section 3 - Audit Process, Subsection 3.2.4: Section 4 - Audit Competencies

NEW QUESTION # 36
You are carrying out an annual audit at an organisation that offers home security services. You are interviewing the Quality Manager (QM) You: "Would you tell me about your management review process?" QM: "The senior management team plans to review the management system every six months. The review follows a set agenda and records are maintained." You: "May I see the records from the last two management reviews?" Narrative: The Quality Manager gives you the latest record, which shows the last management review took place nine months ago.
The Quality Manager then gives you the previous management review record, which took place one year before the latest review.
You: "Are there any other review reports in the last two years?
QM: "No, these are the only ones."

Answer:

Explanation:

Explanation:

Nonconformity report
ISO 9001 Clause Number: 9.3.1 Nature of problem: Management review has not been conducted at the defined frequency. ISO 9001 requirement that has not been fulfilled: ISO 9001 - "Top management shall review the organization's quality management system at planned intervals." Evidence: The last management review took place nine months ago, and the previous one took place one year before the latest review. The planned interval is six months.

NEW QUESTION # 37
Select the term which best describes the quality management system process of modifying a non-conforming product to bring it within acceptance criteria.

• A. Corrective action
• B. Preventive action
• C. Correction
• D. Concession

Answer: C

Explanation:
According to the ISO 9000:2015 - Quality management systems - Fundamentals and vocabulary, correction is defined as "action to eliminate a detected nonconformity". A nonconformity is defined as "non-fulfilment of a requirement". Therefore, the process of modifying a non-conforming product to bring it within acceptance criteria is a correction, as it eliminates the non-fulfilment of the product specification. The other options are not correct, as they have different definitions and purposes:
*Concession: permission to release or use a nonconforming product, service or process
*Corrective action: action to eliminate the cause of a nonconformity and to prevent recurrence
*Preventive action: action to eliminate the cause of a potential nonconformity or other undesirable potential situation References: ISO 9000:2015 - Quality management systems - Fundamentals and vocabulary, ISO 9001 nonconforming product: How to understand dispositions - Advisera

NEW QUESTION # 38
You work as an external quality consultant for an organisation, 'A', which provides packaged food to the public. You are asked to lead a team (you as the leader and two other auditors) to audit a supplier, 'B', to ISO
9001 which provides packaging materials to your organisation. It is 4 pm and the audit is close to an end; you are having an internal meeting with the team to decide what will be presented to the auditee during the Closing meeting. The Closing meeting was scheduled at 5 pm.
You, as Audit Team Leader, audited top management. You explain to the audit team that you identified two nonconformities:
a. There is no documented information on Top Management Reviews, as required in clause 9.3 of ISO
9001:2015.
b. There is no evidence of Top Management Commitment as required in clause 5.1 of ISO 9001:2015. (e.g., not ensuring the availability of resources to operate the QMS, not ensuring the establishment of objectives, no promotion of improvement, no promotion of the process approach).
All agreed to present these two nonconformities. They went to meet the Top Management of 'B' and noticed that the General Manager and three other managers (Production, Human Resources, and Sales) were present in the meeting room.
Considering the seriousness of the two nonconformities to Top Management, as audit team leader, from the following select the best option:

• A. Present the nonconformities to the whole group and analyse with them how to overcome this situation.
• B. Ask the General Manager to have a private conversation in which you present the nonconformities only to him because of their sensitive nature.
• C. Present the nonconformities to the managers, inform them that the report will be sent within 10 days, close the meeting and leave the site.
• D. Present the nonconformities to the whole group and inform that you will recommend your company to remove them from the approved suppliers list.

Answer: A

Explanation:
According to the guidance on conducting the audit closing meeting1, the audit team leader should provide a summary of the audit findings and conclusions, invite discussions, and agree on timelines for any corrective actions. The audit team leader should also be respectful, constructive, and objective when presenting the nonconformities, and avoid any personal or emotional comments. The audit team leader should also consider the impact of the disruptive event (such as the Covid-19 pandemic) on the auditee's context, interested parties, and risks2, and acknowledge any good practices or improvements observed during the audit. Therefore, option D is the best option, as it follows the best practices for the closing meeting and allows the auditee to understand the nonconformities and their implications, and to participate in the analysis and resolution of the issues. Option A is not correct, as it is not respectful, constructive, or objective, and it does not invite any discussion or feedback from the auditee. It also assumes that the audit team leader has the authority to recommend the removal of the supplier from the approved list, which may not be the case. Option B is not correct, as it does not provide enough information or explanation to the auditee, and it does not allow any discussion or feedback from the auditee. It also does not follow the best practices for the closing meeting, such as providing a summary of the audit, acknowledging any good practices, and agreeing on timelines for corrective actions. Option C is not correct, as it does not involve the other managers who are responsible for the functions or processes that were audited, and who may have valuable input or information to share. It also does not follow the best practices for the closing meeting, such as providing a summary of the audit, inviting discussions, and agreeing on timelines for corrective actions. References: 1: Conducting the Audit Closing Meeting: Sharing the Results2: Auditing ISO 9001:2015 in the Context of a Disruptive Event.

NEW QUESTION # 39
You are carrying out an audit to ISO 9001 at an organisation which offers regulatory consultancy services to manufacturers of cosmetics.
You are interviewing the Technical Director (TD), who manages a team of regulatory experts responsible for providing regulatory services to customers.
You: "How do you ensure your regulatory team's competence concerning regulatory requirements is maintained?" TD: "The two Regulatory Experts we employ full-time have years of experience of working in the cosmetics industry." You: "How is their regulatory competence maintained?" TD: "They are dedicated individuals with lots of contacts in the sector." You: "How does the business enable them to maintain their understanding of current regulatory requirements?" TD: "We leave that up to them."

Answer:

Explanation:

Explanation:
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NEW QUESTION # 40
You work for an organisation, 'A', which provides packaged food to the public. You are asked to lead a team (you as the leader and two other auditors) to audit a supplier, 'B', which provides packaging materials to your organisation. It is 4 p.m. and the audit is close to an end; you are having an internal meeting with the team to decide what will be presented to the auditee during the Closing meeting.
The Closing meeting was scheduled
for 5 p.m.
You, as audit team leader, audited top management, the laboratory, and the storage of raw materials.
Auditor 1 audited the two manufacturing lines and dispatch areas.
You to Auditor 1: "What findings would you report?"
Auditor 1: "When reviewing the Dispatch records, I noticed that during the morning two different trucks (Number 011 and 025) delivered the same batch number of the product (Batch 33555). Truck 011 left the plant at 9.15 am and Truck 025 left the plant at
11.30 am. Procedure P-02 Rev.3 says
that trucks should carry a complete batch. The batch number, once on the truck, is captured using a QR device." You: "OK, what do you think?" Auditor 2: "I think that this is a nonconformity." You: "OK. How would you describe the evidence on which the nonconformity will be based"?
Identify which one of the following statements best describes the identified nonconformity.

• A. Dispatch personnel do not always carry out its activities in conformance with Procedure P-02 rev 3.
• B. The batch 33555 was delivered split in two different trucks (011 and 025).
• C. A product delivered to the client was not identified as required in P-02 Rev 3.
• D. Dispatch personnel are not fully aware of the need to conform to written procedures.

Answer: B

Explanation:
According to the definition in ISO 9000, a nonconformity is "non-fulfillment of a requirement". There are three parts to a well-documented nonconformity: the audit evidence to support auditor findings; a record of the requirement against which the nonconformity is detected; and the statement of nonconformity1. In this case, the audit evidence is the dispatch records that show the same batch number of the product being delivered by two different trucks at different times. The requirement is the procedure P-02 Rev.3 that says that trucks should carry a complete batch. The statement of nonconformity is that the batch 33555 was delivered split in two different trucks (011 and 025), which does not conform to the procedure. Therefore, option C best describes the identified nonconformity, as it includes all three parts of a well-documented nonconformity.
Option A is not correct, as it does not state the audit evidence or the requirement. Option B is not correct, as it does not specify the audit evidence or the statement of nonconformity. Option D is not correct, as it does not match the audit evidence or the requirement. References: 1: ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group Guidance on Nonconformity - Documenting.

NEW QUESTION # 41
You are an auditor from a construction organisation who is conducting a second party audit to ISO 9001 at a steel rolling mill producing structural steelwork. When auditing the rolling process, you find that the operator who is unloading the furnace does not use the adjacent infrared pyrometer to measure the appropriate product temperature in readiness for the next production stage.
You: "How do you tell when the billet is ready for the rolling stage?"
Operator: "I've done this job for 20 years. I can tell by the bright red colour." You: "What happens if the colour is wrong?" Operator: "The billet goes back into the furnace." You: "Is the pyrometer ever used?" Operator: "Only in borderline cases." You continue to interview the operator and find that around 25% of the billets are sent back to the furnace.
This includes 80% of the borderline cases.
Select three options that would provide evidence of conformance with clause 9.1.1 of ISO 9001.

• A. Certification of conformance to national standards from the manufacture of the pyrometer.
• B. A procedure that provides instruction in taking billet temperature.
• C. Periodic analysis of the results of temperature checks.
• D. An increase in the use of the pyrometer by operators.
• E. A quality objective to achieve lower recycle rates for billets.
• F. Planning for monitoring and measuring the billet temperature.
• G. Annual review records for furnace operators.
• H. Maintenance plan for the furnace.

Answer: B,C,F

Explanation:
According to ISO 9001:2015, clause 9.1.1, the organization is required to determine what needs to be monitored and measured, the methods for monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation, as applicable, to ensure valid results, and when the monitoring and measuring shall be performed. The organization is also required to retain appropriate documented information as evidence of the results.
Therefore, in the scenario given, the organization should have planned for monitoring and measuring the billet temperature, as it is a critical factor for the quality of the product and the process. The organization should also have established a procedure that provides instruction in taking billet temperature, using the pyrometer or other suitable methods, to ensure consistency and accuracy. The organization should also have performed periodic analysis of the results of temperature checks, to identify trends, problems, and opportunities for improvement.
Hence, the options that would provide evidence of conformance with clause 9.1.1 of ISO 9001 are A, E, and F, as they are aligned with the requirements of the clause. The other options are either irrelevant or not directly related to clause 9.1.1, as they do not pertain to the monitoring and measurement of the billet temperature.
References:
ISO 9001:2015(en), Quality management systems - Requirements, clause 9.1.1 ISO 19011:2018(en), Guidelines for auditing management systems, clause 6.4.4 and 6.7.2 ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course | IRCA Certified | BSI, section "Learning objectives" ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course Material | 3FOLD Education Centre, module 5 and 6

NEW QUESTION # 42
In the context of a third-party certification audit, match the roles with the following responsibilities:

Answer:

Explanation:

Explanation:
In the context of a third-party certification audit, match the roles with the following responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Conduct the audit to the assigned area.= Auditors
Assist the auditors in identifying personnel to participate in the audit.= Guide Assign each team member's responsibility for the audit.= Audit team leader Respond to questions and provide evidence to the auditor.= Auditee According to ISO 19011:2018, clause 3, the definitions of the roles are as follows1:
Auditors: persons with the competence to conduct an audit
Guide: person appointed by the auditee to assist the audit team
Auditee: organization being audited
Audit team leader: member of an audit team appointed to manage the audit or an audit team Therefore, the roles can be matched to the responsibilities based on these definitions and the description of the audit process in clause 6 of the standard1.
References: ISO 19011:2018(en), Guidelines for auditing management systems

NEW QUESTION # 43
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