Introduction

Safety and security audits are essential for identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and improving overall risk management practices. This training course provides participants with the skills and techniques needed to conduct comprehensive safety and security audits effectively. The course covers the audit process from planning and preparation to execution, reporting, and follow-up, equipping participants with the knowledge to conduct audits that improve safety, security, and compliance.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to conduct audits that identify critical safety and security issues, mitigate risks, and contribute to creating a safer, more secure organizational environment.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the core principles and frameworks of safety and security auditing.
2. Learn how to plan, conduct, and report safety and security audits.
3. Develop skills to identify potential risks and non-compliance issues in safety and security operations.
4. Learn how to implement audit findings to improve safety protocols and security measures.
5. Gain expertise in compliance assessment, risk management, and auditing for safety and security programs.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is ideal for:

• Safety and Security Managers responsible for improving organizational safety and security through audits.
• Compliance Officers ensuring adherence to safety and security regulations.
• Risk Management Professionals seeking to improve audit processes for safety and security.
• Internal and External Auditors conducting safety and security audits.
• Facility Managers and Operations Managers overseeing safety audits in operational settings.
• HR and Health & Safety Personnel responsible for employee safety and security.
• Consultants advising organizations on safety and security audits and improvements.

Day 1: Introduction to Safety and Security Auditing

• Morning:
  • The Role of Safety and Security Auditing in Risk Management
  • Key Audit Standards and Frameworks: ISO 19011, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, and Local Regulations
  • Understanding the Audit Process: Stages and Best Practices
• Afternoon:
  • Key Audit Principles: Independence, Objectivity, and Confidentiality
  • Preparing for Safety and Security Audits: Scope, Objectives, and Audit Team Roles
  • Interactive Discussion: Common Safety and Security Audit Challenges

Day 2: Planning and Conducting Safety and Security Audits

• Morning:
  • Audit Planning: Developing Audit Plans, Schedules, and Checklists
  • Conducting Pre-Audit Assessments: Identifying Key Focus Areas and Risk Zones
  • Understanding Legal and Regulatory Requirements During Audits
• Afternoon:
  • Conducting the Audit: Data Collection, Interviews, and Site Inspections
  • Documenting Evidence: Ensuring Comprehensive and Accurate Records
  • Group Exercise: Planning and Preparing for a Mock Safety Audit

Day 3: Risk Identification and Non-Compliance Detection

• Morning:
  • Identifying and Evaluating Safety Risks: Workplace Hazards, Equipment Failures, Environmental Risks
  • Detecting Security Risks: Cybersecurity, Physical Security Breaches, and Access Control Failures
  • Identifying Non-Compliance Issues: Legal, Regulatory, and Organizational Deficiencies
• Afternoon:
  • Advanced Audit Techniques: Using Risk Management Tools and Frameworks
  • Tools for Evidence Collection and Data Analysis in Audits
  • Practical Exercise: Identifying Key Safety and Security Risks in a Mock Organization

Day 4: Reporting and Communicating Audit Findings

• Morning:
  • Audit Reporting: Structuring the Audit Report and Providing Clear Findings
  • Communicating Audit Results to Stakeholders: Presenting Findings to Management
  • Legal and Ethical Considerations in Reporting Audit Results
• Afternoon:
  • Developing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) Based on Audit Findings
  • Preparing for Post-Audit Review: Tracking Improvements and Adjustments
  • Case Study: Effective Audit Reporting and Implementation of Recommendations

Day 5: Follow-Up, Continuous Improvement, and Advanced Auditing Techniques

• Morning:
  • Post-Audit Follow-Up: Verifying Corrective Actions and Implementing Continuous Improvement
  • Auditing for Future Risks: Addressing Emerging Threats in Safety and Security
  • Advanced Auditing Techniques: Digital Tools and Automated Auditing Systems
• Afternoon:
  • Continuous Improvement: The Role of Audits in Creating a Safer and More Secure Organization
  • Final Workshop: Conducting a Full Safety and Security Audit Simulation
  • Course Summary and Action Plan: Implementing Knowledge from the Course into Your Auditing Practices

Modern Features of the Course

• Interactive Workshops: Hands-on exercises to practice audit planning, risk identification, and reporting.
• Advanced Auditing Tools: Introduction to digital auditing platforms, automated tools, and data analytics in audits.
• Real-World Scenarios: Case studies, role-playing, and mock audits to deepen understanding and practical application.
• Post-Course Support: Access to audit templates, checklists, and ongoing resources for continued learning.
• Emerging Risks Focus: Emphasis on identifying and addressing emerging risks, such as cybersecurity threats and global compliance changes.