ISO 9001 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001

What's the Course About

This IMS Internal Auditor training course is an intensive 2-day onsite programme that equips participants with the knowledge and skills to conduct internal audits for an Integrated Management System (IMS) combining ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental), and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety).

Through practical workshops, case studies, and interactive sessions, participants gain a strong foundation in auditing principles, audit planning, evidence collection, nonconformity reporting, and corrective action techniques aligned with ISO 19011 guidelines.

Course Duration
2 Full Days
Format
Onsite, classroom-based interactive training
Delivery
Interactive workshops, role-plays, and audit simulations
Certificate
Certificate of Completion awarded upon successful attendance
Petreltech IMS Internal Auditor Training session - ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 integrated audit training
2-Day Programme

Course Agenda & Modules

A comprehensive two-day programme covering integrated IMS foundations, ISO 9001/14001/45001 requirements, ISO 19011 auditing principles, and hands-on audit execution - from planning and opening meetings through to nonconformity reporting and audit report preparation

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Day 1 - IMS Foundations, Standards Overview & Audit Planning
  • Introduction to the Integrated Management System (IMS) - benefits of integration, the business case for combining Quality, Environmental, and OH&S management systems, and how integration reduces duplication and improves organisational efficiency
  • IMS framework and structure - how ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 share the High Level Structure (HLS), enabling a unified approach to policy, risk, objectives, operational controls, evaluation, and continual improvement
  • Overview of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System requirements - context of the organisation, planning, support, operation, performance evaluation, and improvement clauses relevant to internal auditing
  • Overview of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System requirements - environmental aspects and impacts, compliance obligations, operational planning and control, emergency preparedness, and monitoring and measurement
  • Overview of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System requirements - hazard identification, risk assessment and control, legal obligations, participation and consultation, incident investigation, and OH&S performance monitoring
  • Audit principles and ethics - objectivity, independence, professional care, confidentiality, and the principles of evidence-based auditing aligned with ISO 19011:2018 guidelines for auditing management systems
  • Audit planning - defining audit scope, objectives, and criteria for integrated IMS audits; developing an IMS internal audit programme; allocating audit resources; and preparing audit checklists covering ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements simultaneously
  • Audit documentation preparation - audit notification, pre-audit document review, and customising checklist questions for integrated QMS, EMS, and OHSMS clause verification
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Day 2 - Audit Execution, Reporting & Corrective Actions
  • Conducting the opening meeting - purpose, agenda, introductions, confirming audit scope and objectives with auditees, and establishing a professional and constructive audit tone
  • Audit execution - practical techniques for conducting integrated IMS audits through structured auditee interviews, document and records review, direct observation of processes and operations, and physical site tours covering quality, environmental, and safety controls simultaneously
  • Evidence collection and sampling - gathering objective evidence to verify conformance or identify nonconformity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements; sampling strategies for documents, records, and process observations
  • Identifying nonconformities - distinguishing major and minor nonconformities from observations and opportunities for improvement; writing clear, factual, and evidence-based nonconformity statements referencing specific IMS standard clause requirements
  • Corrective action and root cause analysis - guiding auditees through systematic root cause identification (5-Why, fishbone analysis) and developing effective, time-bound corrective actions that prevent recurrence of IMS nonconformities
  • Conducting the closing meeting - presenting audit findings, discussing nonconformities with auditees, agreeing corrective action timelines, and communicating overall audit conclusions professionally
  • Audit report preparation - structure and content of an effective IMS internal audit report; documenting findings, nonconformities, and positive observations; distributing and retaining audit records in accordance with IMS documentation requirements
  • Role-play workshop - full integrated IMS audit simulation exercise: participants take auditor and auditee roles, apply Day 1 checklists to a realistic integrated management system scenario, and complete the full audit cycle from opening meeting through to audit report preparation
Course Materials Provided

Every participant receives Petreltech's IMS Internal Auditor course resource pack:

  • IMS clause-by-clause reference covering ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
  • Integrated IMS internal audit checklist templates
  • Audit plan and audit programme templates
  • Nonconformance report (NCR) and corrective action templates
  • IMS internal audit report template
  • Real-world IMS case studies covering manufacturing, services, and construction sectors
Learning Outcomes

By the end of this 2-day IMS Internal Auditor training programme, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 standards and how they integrate within a unified IMS framework
  • Apply ISO 19011 auditing techniques - conducting objective, evidence-based internal audits of integrated Quality, Environmental, and OH&S management systems
  • Plan, conduct, and report integrated internal audits effectively - from scope definition and checklist preparation through to opening/closing meetings, evidence collection, and formal audit report writing
  • Identify nonconformities accurately against IMS standard clause requirements and recommend practical corrective actions to address root causes and prevent recurrence
  • Conduct audit role-play simulations - demonstrating competency in auditor/auditee interactions, real-time evidence evaluation, and objective finding communication in an integrated IMS context
What Sets This Course Apart

Notable Features

Designed for Quality, Environmental & Safety professionals, Managers, Internal Auditors, and anyone responsible for IMS implementation and audit - delivered by certified Lead Auditors with hands-on industry expertise

Certified Lead Auditor Trainers

Delivered by certified Lead Auditors with industry expertise - every session is facilitated by Petreltech's certified IMS Lead Auditors who bring real-world experience from ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 consultancy and audit engagements across manufacturing, oil & gas, construction, services, and government sectors. Participants gain practical insights that go beyond textbook knowledge to reflect what auditors actually encounter in the field.

Interactive Role-Plays & Audit Simulations

Interactive role-plays and practical audit simulations - participants engage in structured auditor and auditee role-play exercises that simulate real integrated IMS internal audits, practising interview techniques, evidence collection, nonconformity identification, and closing meeting facilitation in a supportive classroom environment before conducting live audits in their own organisations.

Course Materials & Real-World Case Studies

Course materials and real-world case studies provided - participants receive a comprehensive resource pack including IMS audit checklist templates, nonconformance report templates, audit report formats, and real-world case studies drawn from manufacturing, construction, and services sector IMS implementations - giving participants immediately applicable tools they can use directly in their own audit programmes.

Certificate of Completion Awarded

Certificate of Completion awarded upon successful attendance - participants who successfully complete the 2-day IMS Internal Auditor training receive a Petreltech Certificate of Completion recognising their demonstrated competency in integrated IMS auditing principles, ISO 9001/14001/45001 requirements, and ISO 19011-aligned audit methodology - a valued credential for internal audit roles and ISO certification maintenance programmes.

Networking with Industry Peers

Networking opportunities with peers from various industries - the classroom-based format brings together Quality, Environmental, and Safety professionals from manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, services, and government sectors, creating valuable peer learning opportunities and professional networks that extend beyond the training room and support ongoing knowledge sharing in IMS implementation and auditing practices.

Target Audience

Who Should Attend

This IMS Internal Auditor training is designed for professionals involved in quality, environmental, and occupational health & safety management - from those new to integrated auditing to experienced professionals seeking a formal refresher

Quality, Environmental & Safety Professionals

Quality assurance engineers, environmental officers, HSE coordinators, EHS managers, and QA/QC professionals responsible for maintaining, implementing, or overseeing ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001 management systems - and who need to develop internal audit competency for integrated IMS auditing within their organisations.

Managers & Team Leaders

Department managers, operations team leaders, plant managers, site supervisors, and functional heads responsible for process conformance and continuous improvement within ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001 certified organisations - who want to understand the internal audit process, support audit readiness in their teams, and contribute to effective integrated IMS performance review.

Internal Auditors & Compliance Officers

Existing internal auditors seeking to expand their competency from single-standard auditing (QMS, EMS, or OHSMS) to full integrated IMS internal auditing; compliance officers responsible for regulatory and certification audit readiness; and management representatives preparing their organisations for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 third-party surveillance and recertification audits.

IMS Implementation Leads

Anyone responsible for IMS implementation and audit - project leads, management system coordinators, and newly appointed IMS representatives who need to rapidly build practical competency in planning, conducting, and reporting integrated internal audits across all three management system disciplines (Quality, Environmental, and OH&S) as part of their IMS implementation and maintenance programme.

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Petreltech's IMS Internal Auditor training is designed by certified Lead Auditors with hands-on consultancy experience in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 implementations across manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, and services sectors.

Our 2-day intensive programme combines rigorous coverage of integrated IMS audit methodology with practical role-play exercises and real-world case studies - ensuring participants leave with the competency, tools, and confidence to conduct effective internal audits that support certification maintenance and drive genuine continual improvement in their organisation's Quality, Environmental, and OH&S management systems.

Certified Lead Auditor Trainers
Consultants with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 audit and implementation experience.
Hands-On Audit Simulations
Role-play exercises simulating real integrated IMS audits from planning through to report preparation.
Comprehensive Resource Pack
IMS audit checklists, NCR templates, audit report formats, and case studies included.
Customisable In-House Delivery
Training tailored to your organisation's IMS, processes, and sector-specific audit scenarios.

IMS Internal Auditor Training

2 Full Days

Onsite & Classroom-Based

Certificate of Completion awarded. Course materials, real-world case studies, and IMS audit templates included for all participants.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions - IMS Internal Auditor Training

An Integrated Management System (IMS) is a unified framework that combines two or more ISO management system standards into a single, coherent system - rather than operating them as separate, parallel programmes. The most common IMS combination is ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management). All three standards follow the ISO High Level Structure (HLS), sharing common clause structures for context of the organisation, leadership, planning, support, operation, performance evaluation, and improvement - which makes integration highly practical. Integrating these systems delivers significant benefits: reduced documentation duplication, a single management system manual and policy, unified risk management approach, combined internal audit programmes, shared objectives and management reviews, and more efficient third-party certification audits. For organisations managing Quality, Environmental, and OH&S responsibilities simultaneously - which describes most manufacturing, construction, and services companies - an IMS is typically more effective and economical than maintaining three entirely separate management systems and audit teams.

An Internal Auditor is qualified to plan and conduct internal audits within their own organisation as part of the IMS internal audit programme required under ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Internal auditors are employed by the organisation and focus on evaluating the conformance and effectiveness of the organisation's own management system against the applicable standard requirements. A Lead Auditor is additionally qualified to lead audit teams, manage the overall audit programme, and conduct second-party (supplier) or third-party (certification body) audits - including external ISO certification audits. This 2-day IMS Internal Auditor training is specifically designed for individuals who need to build competency in conducting internal audits within their organisation. For those seeking to lead multi-standard audits externally or build a professional auditing career, Petreltech offers individual Lead Auditor training courses in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 through which participants can obtain PECB certification and pursue external audit roles.

Yes. This IMS Internal Auditor training course is aligned with ISO 19011:2018 - Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems, which is the internationally recognised standard providing principles, guidance, and best practices for management system auditing. ISO 19011 covers the fundamental principles of auditing (integrity, fair presentation, due professional care, confidentiality, independence, evidence-based approach, risk-based approach), guidance on managing an audit programme, conducting audits (preparation, performance, and reporting), and auditor competence requirements. The course curriculum incorporates ISO 19011 methodology throughout - from audit planning principles and checklist preparation on Day 1, through audit execution techniques (interviewing, document review, sampling, site observation), nonconformity writing standards, and audit report requirements on Day 2. Participants applying the skills from this training will be conducting integrated IMS internal audits in a manner fully consistent with ISO 19011 requirements, satisfying the internal audit programme obligations of ISO 9001 Clause 9.2, ISO 14001 Clause 9.2, and ISO 45001 Clause 9.2.

Yes. Petreltech offers in-house delivery of this IMS Internal Auditor training programme, customised to your organisation's specific IMS structure, processes, industry sector, and audit programme. In-house delivery is particularly effective for organisations that want audit simulation exercises and case studies to reflect their actual processes and operational context - making the Day 2 role-play exercises immediately applicable to the real IMS audits participants will conduct. In-house programmes also allow training to be scheduled around operational requirements, can accommodate larger groups economically, and enable Petreltech's trainers to contextualise IMS requirements to your specific combination of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 scopes. Contact us to discuss your requirements, preferred dates, training location, and group pricing options.

No prior ISO auditing experience is required. This course is designed to be accessible to participants at all levels of ISO management system familiarity - from those new to ISO standards through to experienced QA/EHS professionals seeking to formalise their IMS auditing knowledge. Day 1 includes a comprehensive overview of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 requirements and the IMS framework, ensuring all participants have the necessary standard knowledge before progressing to audit planning, execution, and reporting on Day 2. However, participants with existing familiarity with one or more of the three standards will be able to progress through the Day 1 standards overview efficiently and will typically benefit most from the Day 2 practical audit execution and role-play sessions. Basic familiarity with your organisation's own management system processes and documentation is helpful but not essential.

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