Discuss PECB ISO-14001-Lead-Auditor Exam Topic 3 Question 7

During a Stage 1 audit, the EMS Manager asks that the audit includes coverage of a new storage site on the other side of town that they have taken over since the application was made.

Which two of the following actions should the auditor take?

AAdvise the EMS Manager that, within the existing scope, the new site can be included without any problem.

BAdvise the EMS Manager that the audit scope has been set and the audit will need to proceed as planned.

CDetermine whether the EMS Management System covers the new site and, if so, proceed with the audit.

DSuggest that the EMS Manager cancels the audit contract and reapplies for the new situation.

EInform the auditee that the Stage 2 will be changed to include the new site.

FAdvise the EMS Manager that an extension of the scope is possible but will have to go through established procedures.

Suggested Answer: C, F

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14 comments · newest first

Marta 10 months ago

I don't think they should cancel the audit. That seems extreme.

Teresita 10 months ago

Option F is the way to go. Procedures are there for a reason!

Lenna 10 months ago

I think option C makes the most sense. Check if the new site is covered first.

Cecily 10 months ago

Totally agree with C! No point in rushing into it.

Nicolette 10 months ago

Wait, can they really just add a new site like that? Seems risky.

Venita 11 months ago

I vaguely recall that if a new site is added, it might complicate things. Suggesting a cancellation and reapplication seems extreme, so I doubt option D is correct.

Hershel 11 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to consider changes in scope. I feel like option F makes sense since it mentions established procedures for scope changes.

Shayne 11 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think the audit scope is pretty rigid once it's set. Maybe option B is the safest route?

Aileen 11 months ago

I remember discussing how important it is to verify if the EMS Management System covers new sites before proceeding with audits. So, I think option C might be the right choice.

Orville 12 months ago

Okay, I've got a plan. I'll start by assessing whether the new site is already within the scope of the EMS Management System. If so, I can include it without issue. If not, I'll advise the EMS Manager on the proper procedure for a scope extension.

Lourdes 12 months ago

I'm not entirely sure about this one. I think I'll need to consult the audit guidelines and discuss with the EMS Manager to understand the best approach.

Rosendo 12 months ago

I've got this! The key is to determine if the new site is already covered under the existing EMS Management System. If so, I can just proceed with the audit as planned.

Micheal 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused here. I'll need to think through the implications of each option and make sure I understand the proper procedures for handling a scope change.

Freeman 1 year ago

This is a tricky one. I'll need to carefully review the options and consider whether the new site is already covered under the existing scope or if a scope extension is required.

PECB ISO-14001-Lead-Auditor Exam - Topic 3 Question 7 Discussion