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Conduct an internal audit of the quality system

Conduct an internal audit of the quality system

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL936006
State Code
OEX80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/05/2023
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
24/05/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to prepare for, conduct and document an internal audit of aspects of the laboratory’s quality system. It also covers the implementation of improvement opportunities, corrective action, and the monitoring of their effectiveness. This unit applies to senior technical officers and laboratory supervisors working in all industry sectors. These people play a key role in the audit team due to their knowledge of the quality system and their broad technical expertise and specialised knowledge of procedures and technology. This unit of competency requires a thorough examination of various aspects of the quality system. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for internal audit
  • 1.1 Identify the components and elements of the quality system and work area to be audited
  • 1.2 Identify documentation requiring collection and review
  • 1.3 Brief relevant personnel and allocate roles and responsibilities
  • 1.4 Prepare and/or gather audit documentation in consultation with relevant personnel ensuring any previous non-conformances are included in checklists
2. Conduct audit
  • 2.1 Collaborate with relevant personnel to maximise continuous improvement and ownership of the audit process
  • 2.2 Review areas of past non-conformance for compliance
  • 2.3 Collect sufficient evidence to identify non-conforming aspects of the quality system
  • 2.4 Analyse evidence and identify suitable corrective actions
3. Report findings
  • 3.1 Document findings from the audit process in the required format
  • 3.2 Present recommendations for corrective actions
  • 3.3 Suggest strategies for the implementation of the corrective actions that respond to non-conformances
4. Complete corrective actions
  • 4.1 Develop and implement a plan that clearly outlines actions required to improve the quality system
  • 4.2 Consult with relevant personnel regarding the necessary strategies and timeframes to improve the quality system
  • 4.3 Evaluate and report the effectiveness of the corrective action after an agreed time interval
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
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