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How do you audit contractors when none are on site?
I was asked this question recently. The management of contractors is part of a number of standards. And one of the key issues regarding contractors is the communication of expectations or requirements. For example: what procedures are they to follow when on site; what proof of certification and training are they expected to provide to…
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Auditing waste manifests
Anyone who has conducted any audit regarding the environment will have come across a waste manifest at one time or another. If not, then you are missing out on some fun, and some easy records to audit. Waste manifests are required documents to be completed when shipping out hazardous waste in Canada. There are similar…
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Developing a checklist for an audit
One of the most important tools for an auditor is the auditor’s checklist. So what is the best type/format/style of checklist? There isn’t any specific template that is better than another, it all depends on the auditor themselves. Steps to developing a checklist: 1. Understand the purpose of the checklist. There can be multiple purposes…
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