ISO 55001 Lead Auditor

Audience
The course is aimed at auditors, internal and external auditors, quality/compliance officers, consultants and advisors, as well as technicians and managers in charge of asset management (asset management) who want competence to carry out audits of asset management systems (AMS). It is suitable for people who plan, lead or participate in audits of AMS according to ISO 55001 standard, either as an internal, external or certification auditor.

Learning objectives
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the principles, requirements and structure of an AMS according to ISO 55001. They will learn audit methodology with an emphasis on systematic planning, document review, evidence collection, risk-based assessment, phases of the audit process (preparation, execution, closure), reporting discrepancies, as well as follow-up and audit program management. The course provides hands-on experience through exercises and case-based audits, and prepares participants for the certification exam.

After completing the course you will be able to

• Explain the basic principles and concept of asset management in accordance with ISO 55001
• Interpret ISO 55001 requirements from an auditor's perspective and assess compliance in an AMS
• Plan, initiate, execute and conclude a full audit of AMS in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 auditing standards as well as audit best practices
• Lead audit teams, manage communication with audit subjects and stakeholders, document findings and discrepancies, and prepare audit reports with recommendations
• Manage an audit program and ensure AMS maintains compliance over time, including follow-up of corrective actions