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Conduct an internal audit of a documented program

Conduct an internal audit of a documented program

Unit of competency
National Code
MTMPS415A
State Code
D9004
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/10/2011
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
03/10/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to conduct an internal audit of a documented program.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan the audit
  • 1.1. Audit schedule is interpreted and the timely conduct of internal audit is planned and organised.
  • 1.2. Objectives, scope and criteria of audit are determined according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.3. Audit team is assembled and briefed, as required, for the objectives, scope and criteria of the audit.
  • 1.4. Those affected by and involved in the audit are notified and responsibilities documented according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.5. Stakeholders involved in an internal audit are notified according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.6. Procedures, records and workplace documentation needed for the audit are identified.
  • 1.7. Evidence collection methods and sources to be used in the audit are documented, including workplace checklists developed to workplace specifications.
  • 1.8. A document review is conducted prior to audit.
2. Conduct the audit
  • 2.1. An entry meeting is conducted with relevant parties to explain the purpose, scope and criteria for the audit, the methods to be used in the audit, and how results will be reported and followed up.
  • 2.2. An audit of the program is conducted in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements.
  • 2.3. Effective communication skills are used to conduct the audit
  • 2.4. Verifiable objective evidence is collected against the criteria of the audit.
  • 2.5. Findings are made using the objective evidence against the criteria of the audit.
  • 2.6. Non-conformances are identified and categorised according to workplace requirements
  • 2.7. Audit activity is recorded according to workplace requirements.
3. Report on audit findings
  • 3.1. An audit report is prepared, detailing areas of the program which were audited and findings against the audit criteria, including non-conformances, where applicable.
  • 3.2. Objective evidence is documented according to workplace standards.
  • 3.3. Records of audit process, objective evidence and findings are kept in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements.
  • 3.4. Findings are reported according to workplace requirements.
4. Confirm and close out corrective action
  • 4.1. The effectiveness of corrective actions is verified.
  • 4.2. Records of the effectiveness of corrective actions are maintained.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
workplace requirements may include
hygiene and sanitation requirements
internal and external OH&S requirements
industry standards and codes of practices
regulatory standards, including AS 4696:2007 Australian Standard for the Production and Transportation of Meat and Meat products for Human Consumption
state and federal legislation
the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
observation of workplace hygiene and sanitation requirements.

workplace documentation may include:
work instructions
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
enterprise specific procedures
OH&S requirements
QA requirements
previous audit reports and corrective action records
vendor requirements
environmental requirements.
Evidence collection methods and sources may include:
observation
interviews
checklists
auditee documentation review
reports/data from other sources such as customer feedback, technical references, computerised databases
results of analyses
analytical results.
Audit evidence may include
system records
evidence collection records
statements of fact or other information relevant to the audit criteria and which is verifiable
observations
third party certification (e.g. HACCP accreditation)
records of audit stage progression.
Audit records may include:
audit plans
audit reports
non-conformity reports
corrective action reports
follow up reports
audit data base.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.

These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.
Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.

All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Candidates must be able to plan, conduct and report and internal audit of a documented program.

Competency must be demonstrated in the workplace, utilising an approved audit plan and procedure from the workplace. Candidates must conduct an entire internal audit.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must involve working with actual realistic data and in the context of an audit plan that meets regulatory requirements.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment include:
mock audit conducted in the workplace
debrief after participation in a real audit
quiz of underpinning knowledge
verified work log or diary
workplace demonstration
workplace referee or third-party report of performance over time.

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVW19 AMPX404 Conduct an internal audit of a documented program Unit of competency