ISO 20k Audit Test
Part1
What is the primary objective of managing the audit program according to ISO 19011?
a) Ensuring that audits are conducted efficiently
b) Meeting the needs of interested parties
c) Providing guidance for the audit team
d) Identifying and managing audit program risks
Which of the following is not a key element of managing the audit program?
a) Defining the audit program objectives
b) Selecting auditors based on their availability
c) Planning and scheduling audits
d) Monitoring and reviewing audit results
What is the purpose of conducting an audit program review?
a) To assess the effectiveness of the audit program
b) To identify and address nonconformities
c) To ensure that the audit program is aligned with organizational objectives
d) To evaluate the performance of individual auditors
What is the role of top management in managing the audit program?
a) Providing resources for the audit program
b) Selecting auditors to participate in audits
c) Conducting audits themselves
d) Developing audit checklists and procedures
Which of the following is not a consideration when determining audit program resources?
a) The size and complexity of the organization
b) The number of audits to be conducted
c) The availability of auditors
d) The cost of conducting audits
What is the purpose of maintaining audit program records?
a) To demonstrate conformity to ISO 19011
b) To provide evidence of the effectiveness of the audit program
c) To identify trends and areas for improvement
d) All of the above
When selecting auditors for an audit program, what qualifications should be considered?
a) Experience and technical knowledge
b) Availability and cost
c) Personal characteristics, such as attitude and communication skills
d) All of the above
What is the purpose of establishing audit program objectives?
a) To provide a basis for selecting auditors
b) To ensure that audits are conducted efficiently
c) To align the audit program with organizational objectives
d) To identify potential nonconformities
Which of the following is not a typical step in planning and scheduling audits?
a) Identifying audit criteria and objectives
b) Selecting auditors to participate in the audit
c) Defining the scope and extent of the audit
d) Conducting the audit itself
What is the role of the audit program manager in managing the audit program?
a) Conducting audits
b) Developing audit checklists and procedures
c) Selecting auditors for the audit team
d) Overseeing all aspects of the audit program.
Part2
What is the purpose of conducting a risk assessment in the context of managing the audit program?
a) To identify potential nonconformities
b) To ensure that audit resources are allocated appropriately
c) To evaluate the performance of individual auditors
d) To provide evidence of conformity to ISO 19011
Which of the following is not a component of an audit program plan?
a) Audit objectives
b) Audit criteria
c) Audit findings
d) Audit schedule
What is the purpose of conducting an audit program evaluation?
a) To identify nonconformities
b) To assess the effectiveness of the audit program
c) To develop audit checklists and procedures
d) To select auditors for future audits
Which of the following is not a factor to consider when establishing audit program objectives?
a) The availability of auditors
b) The scope and complexity of the audit program
c) The needs of interested parties
d) The size of the organization
What is the purpose of developing an audit program budget?
a) To ensure that audits are conducted efficiently
b) To allocate audit resources appropriately
c) To provide evidence of conformity to ISO 19011
d) To identify potential nonconformities
What is the purpose of conducting an audit program review?
a) To assess the effectiveness of the audit program
b) To identify and address nonconformities
c) To ensure that the audit program is aligned with organizational objectives
d) To evaluate the performance of individual auditors
What is the role of the audit program manager in selecting auditors for an audit program?
a) To ensure that auditors have the necessary technical knowledge
b) To provide auditors with guidance and support
c) To ensure that auditors are available for the audit
d) To evaluate the performance of individual auditors
What is the purpose of monitoring audit program performance?
a) To identify potential nonconformities
b) To assess the effectiveness of the audit program
c) To provide evidence of conformity to ISO 19011
d) To select auditors for future audits
Which of the following is not a typical objective of an audit program?
a) To assess the effectiveness of the management system
b) To identify opportunities for improvement
c) To provide evidence of conformity to ISO 9001
d) To train auditors in audit techniques
What is the purpose of maintaining audit program documentation?
a) To provide evidence of conformity to ISO 19011
b) To identify trends and areas for improvement
c) To ensure that audits are conducted efficiently
d) All of the above
Part3
What is the primary purpose of conducting an audit?
a. To find faults and errors
b. To identify areas for improvement
c. To punish non-conformances
d. To establish liability
During the audit, what is the best way to communicate audit findings to the auditee?
a. Directly to the CEO
b. In writing
c. Through informal channels
d. Verbally
Which of the following is NOT an auditing technique?
a. Interviews
b. Observations
c. Sampling
d. Guessing
What is the key objective of the opening meeting?
a. To establish rapport with the auditee
b. To communicate the audit objectives and scope
c. To discuss audit fees
d. To determine who will be fired
Which of the following is NOT a criterion used to evaluate audit evidence?
a. Relevance
b. Completeness
c. Objectivity
d. Availability
What is the best approach to audit non-conformities?
a. To report them immediately to management
b. To ignore them and move on
c. To provide feedback to the auditee and establish corrective action
d. To blame the auditee for the non-conformities
Which of the following is NOT a key principle of auditing?
a. Ethical conduct
b. Confidentiality
c. Objectivity
d. Proprietary information sharing
What is the purpose of a closing meeting?
a. To discuss audit findings and observations
b. To review corrective actions
c. To negotiate audit fees
d. To criticize the auditee
How should an auditor handle situations where the auditee does not provide access to certain areas or documents?
a. To ignore the lack of access and continue with the audit
b. To report the lack of access and move on
c. To attempt to negotiate access with the auditee
d. To blame the auditee for the lack of access
Which of the following is NOT a step in the audit process?
a. Planning and preparation
b. Reporting and follow-up
c. Conducting and closing the audit
d. Correcting and documenting the audit