Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course on Occupational Health and Safety Management System based on ISO 45001:2018 (CQI IRCA) - Blended learning

Offered through a blended approach for the first time in India, this CQI/IRCA approved blended training course outlines the necessary skills needed for a ISO 45001 lead auditor to lead an audit team and conduct first, second and third-party audits against the standard requirements and in accordance with ISO 19011:2018 and ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015, as applicable. Developed in-line with the international registers and guidelines, this course provides hands-on training to ensure that the auditor thoroughly understands the role and acquires the expertise needed or required to perform the audits effectively. This comprehensive course consists two days of eLearning and three days of virtual instructor-led training (VILT). As a part of the curriculum, participants need to complete the eLearning modules within stipulated time frame in order to be able to attend the three day VILT modules.

Day 1 (Self-paced)

- OHSMS Requirements e-Learning Module: HIRA Risk Management
- OH&SMS Requirements e-learning Module: OH&S Operational Control
- Auditing OHSMS: ISO 45001 e-learning Module
- OHSMS Documented information

Day 2 (Self-paced)

- Auditing e-learning module based on ISO 19011:2018
- Principles of auditing
- Conduct Audit Activities
- Auditing e-learning Module based on ISO 19011:2018
- e-Learning module based on ISO 19011:2018 annexure requirements

Day 3 (Virtual)

- Certification Process
- Review of Documented information
- Audit Planning
- Conduct of Opening Meeting
- Site visit and observation
- Audit check list
- Conduct of Audit as per ISO 45001 requirements

Day 4 (Virtual)

Conduct audit as per ISO 45001 requirements

Day 5 (Virtual)

- Audit findings / Nonconformities
- Non-conformity Writing
- Closing Meeting
- Preparing Audit Report & Conducting audit follow up
- Conducting audit follow up – CA
- Auditor Registration process
- Final Exam

• Professionals with experience in implementing and auditing of OH&S / SHE Management Systems.
• Management representatives and core group members responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining, auditing and improving SHE Management Systems.
• Executives from organisations willing to implement, maintain and improve their SHE Management Systems as per ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001: 2015 and other ISO standards.
• Those involved in the implementation of ISO 45001 and similar management systems and other professionals who can get benefited from this course.

Course registration is subject to successful completion of the pre-evaluation test.(Scoring 50% in pre-evaluation test is mandatory. Access to self-study will not be permitted if pre-evaluation test is not completed).

Classroom: Completion of 02 days of self-study and achieving passing scores is mandatory
Scoring Details: e- Learning - 80%, Exercises – 70%

• Gain a Chartered Quality Institute - International Register of Certificated Auditors (CQI/IRCA) registered certificate on successful completion of the course.
• eLearning modules can be completed at your own pace within stipulated time frame before tutor-led modules to build deeper insight and learning.
• Course structure has been built specifically for blended delivery, ensuring a practical and engaging learning experience.
• Participants need to invest only 3 days to attend the virtual/classroom training instead of 5 days.
• Our expert trainers are certified to deliver courses in both online and in-person learning styles and are available for resolving any queries even during self-paced learning.

Exam details (duration, pattern)

As a continuous process during the course, participants will be assessed based on exercises, punctuality, presentation skills, interactive approach, involvement, role-play, daily tests, etc.

• Self-Study (e-Learning)
  e- Learning - 80% , Exercises – 70%
  Classroom: Workshops - 70%
• VILT (Online Classroom):
  VILT: Workshops - 70%
• Final Examination
  Final examination would be conducted by CQI/IRCA

• Exam duration: 1hour 45 minutes
• Total number of domains: 40
• Total marks: 80
• Learners must achieve the minimum passing marks for each domain and an overall score of 40 marks (50%)
• Open book exam. Learners will require access to the relevant ISO standards (electronic or paper copy permitted)

Certification

TÜV SÜD South Asia as an approved training partner of CQI/IRCA and fulfills all compliances of the course PR357: OH&SMS ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor holding training course reference No. 2053. Participants who score 70% and above in both the continuous assessment and written examination will be issued a CQI/IRCA registered certificate of successful completion of the course, which is renowned in certification and carries worldwide acceptance. Unsuccessful candidates will be issued a certificate of attendance.

1. When can I get the certificate?

OH&SMS ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor certification will be issued within 21 working days from the examination date.

2. When can I get the training material and invite?

One day before the commencement of the training program.

3. How do I pay the fees for training and examination?

Online mode

4. What is Blended Learning?

Blended training combines the flexibility of self-paced learning with engaging instructor-led classroom/virtual sessions.

5. What are the benefits of the OH&SMS ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Program?

• Gain a Chartered Quality Institute - International Register of Certificated Auditors (CQI/IRCA) registered certificate on successful completion of the course
• eLearning modules can be completed at your own pace within stipulated time frame before tutor-led modules to build deeper insight and learning
• Course structure has been built specifically for blended delivery, ensuring a practical and engaging learning experience
• Participants need to invest only 3 days to attend the virtual/classroom training instead of 5 days
• Our expert trainers are certified to deliver courses in both online and in-person learning styles and are available for resolving any queries even during self-paced learning

6. What is the duration of Blended Learning?

05 Days (2 days self-paced learning and 3 days virtual/classroom instructor-led training).

7. What is the methodology involved in self-paced learning?

Self-paced learning will include e-learning modules, presentations, assessments and exercises to ensure an engaging learning experience.

8. How much time is to be dedicated for the completion of self-paced learning?

2 days e-learning which is almost equivalent to 40 hours of Classroom session. Recommended duration is 5 days. However, one can decide to complete the self-study at their own pace.

9. Who is eligible for a blended learning program?

Anyone who has adequate prior knowledge on ISO 45001 and auditing management system based on ISO 19011 is eligible to attend the blended learning program.

10. What are all the deliverables upon enrollment?

Participants will receive access to the e-learning modules and study material which includes topic-wise presentations and worksheets for exercises.

11. Will the study material include ISO 45001 and ISO 19011 standard copies?

Standard copies will not be provided due to copy right issues. Participants are supposed to arrange them on their own.

12. What if I have any doubts and/or require support for completing the self-paced learning?

Once enrolled participants will receive contact details of course coordinators, who will assist in solving the queries.

13. What if I do not complete the self-paced learning?

To gain eligibility to attend classroom/virtual instructor-led sessions, completion of self-paced learning is mandatory. Participants need to complete the related e-Learning modules and exercises at least 02 days prior to classroom/virtual instructor-led session.

14. How much duration will I be provided to complete the self-paced learning and the overall course?

The self-paced learning needs to be completed within 60 days. A maximum of 90 days will be provided to complete both self-paced learning and classroom/virtual training.

15. What are the pre-requisites for Classroom/Virtual Session?

Participants need to complete 2 days of self-paced eLearning and submit the e-learning course completion certificate along with exercise worksheets.

16. What are the deliverables of classroom/virtual training sessions?

Participants will receive classroom study kit which includes soft copies of subject-wise presentations and worksheets for exercises.

17. How do I know that I have completed the self-paced learning?

Participants will be informed on the results upon submission of exercises.

18. What is the objective of classroom/virtual study?

Participants will get a chance to demonstrate their skills as an auditor to plan, conduct report and follow-up OHSMS audit.

19. What is recommended as a part of the preparation for classroom study?

No implementation knowledge will be provided in classroom. Therefore, participants are to take part in the classroom by thoroughly knowing the standards.

20. When will be the exam conducted?

The exam will be completed on 3rd day of classroom/virtual instructor-led session. Attending the examination is mandatory.

21. Is there any difference between certificate of blended learning and VILT or classroom lead auditor training?

All forms of training will carry an equal value.

22. Is there any refund policy for the paid fees?

Please refer to Cancellation and Refund policy page.