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PECB Exam ISO-9001-Lead-Auditor Topic 1 Question 21 Discussion

Actual exam question for PECB's QMS ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor exam
Question #: 21
Topic #: 1
[All QMS ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Questions]

During a Stage 1 audit, the Quality Manager asks that the audit includes coverage of a new work area they have expanded into since the application was made.

Which of the following two actions should the auditor take?

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Suggested Answer: A, E

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A) Advise the Quality Manager that an extension of the scope is possible but will have to go through established procedures. and E. Suggest that she will advise the programme manager that the audit scope should be revised to include the new work area. Comprehensive But Short = A Stage 1 audit is a preliminary assessment to evaluate the readiness of the organisation for the Stage 2 certification audit. The audit scope is defined by the audit client and the certification body based on the application and the contract. If the organisation wants to include a new work area that was not part of the original scope, the auditor should advise the Quality Manager that an extension of the scope is possible but will have to go through established procedures, such as submitting a formal request, providing relevant information, and paying additional fees. The auditor should also suggest that the Quality Manager will advise the programme manager, who is responsible for managing the audit programme, that the audit scope should be revised to include the new work area. The programme manager will then decide whether to approve or reject the request, and communicate the decision to the auditor and the Quality Manager. The auditor should not proceed with the audit of the new work area without the approval of the programme manager and the confirmation of the audit scope. 1234 Reference:

1: ISO 19011:2018 - Guidelines for auditing management systems

2: ISO 9001 Certification Audits | Stage 1 and Stage 2 - 9001. Simplified

3: What is the difference between Stage 1 and Stage 2 Audits? - ISO Update

4: Getting Certified to ISO 9001 - the Stage 1 Audit


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Leonora
14 days ago
Haha, Option E is a classic move - 'let's reapply for the whole thing!' Nice try, Quality Manager, but the auditor's not falling for that one.
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Pura
5 days ago
A) Advise the Quality Manager that an extension of the scope is possible but will have to go through established procedures.
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Una
22 days ago
Wait, did you say a new work area? Sounds like the Quality Manager is trying to sneak in some extra work! Option B all the way - stick to the original scope.
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Alease
13 days ago
I agree, sticking to the original scope is important for the audit.
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Donette
24 days ago
I think the auditor should determine if the Quality Management System covers the new work area before proceeding with the audit.
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Linwood
1 months ago
I'm leaning towards Option A. Gotta follow the established procedures, even if it's a bit of a hassle. Audits are all about the rules, you know?
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Benton
8 days ago
D) Determine whether the Quality Management System covers the new work area and, if so, proceed with the audit.
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Lillian
11 days ago
A) Advise the Quality Manager that an extension of the scope is possible but will have to go through established procedures.
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Georgene
1 months ago
I agree with Tabetha. It's important to follow established procedures for any changes in the audit scope.
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Linette
1 months ago
Option D is the way to go. Check if the new work area is covered, and if so, proceed with the audit. Simple and straightforward.
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Steffanie
12 days ago
Option D is the way to go. Check if the new work area is covered, and if so, proceed with the audit. Simple and straightforward.
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Brianne
15 days ago
A) Advise the Quality Manager that an extension of the scope is possible but will have to go through established procedures.
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Noel
15 days ago
E) Suggest that she will advise the programme manager that the audit scope should be revised to include the new work area.
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Samira
18 days ago
D) Determine whether the Quality Management System covers the new work area and, if so, proceed with the audit.
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Tabetha
1 months ago
I think the auditor should advise the Quality Manager that an extension of the scope is possible.
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