On-site procedure

Abstract

The subject dealt with here is what has to be done when the audit team arrives on site. It covers the initial meeting, who should attend, its content and how it should be conducted.

A specific point is made of the auditee’s reactions to such a meeting and how they should be anticipated and dealt with.

The setting and maintaining of timescales is covered and the real purpose of the time spent at the audit site is examined.

The key exit or closing meeting is also examined covering basic agenda, the problems that may be encountered and how these may be resolved.

Consideration is also given to the situation where a halt might have to be called to the audit and to any ethical questions that might be raised during the period spent at the audit site.