Free Process Audit Checklist Template
Process Audit Checklist
|
Prepared by: |
[YOUR NAME] |
|
Date: |
January 5, 2055 |
|
Company Name: |
[YOUR COMPANY NAME] |
I. Preliminary Preparation
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Define the scope of the audit |
|
|
2 |
Identify the key processes to be audited |
|
|
3 |
Gather relevant documents and standards |
|
|
4 |
Assign audit team roles and responsibilities |
|
|
5 |
Set the audit schedule and timeline |
II. Process Documentation Review
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Review process documentation for accuracy |
|
|
2 |
Verify that all necessary procedures are documented |
|
|
3 |
Ensure documents are up to date and approved |
|
|
4 |
Check that version control procedures are in place |
|
|
5 |
Confirm all changes are tracked and communicated |
III. Compliance with Standards and Regulations
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Identify applicable industry standards |
|
|
2 |
Assess compliance with regulatory requirements |
|
|
3 |
Verify that safety and environmental standards are met |
|
|
4 |
Ensure procedures align with quality management standards |
|
|
5 |
Evaluate if internal policies are consistently followed |
IV. Process Performance and Metrics
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) for the process |
|
|
2 |
Measure current process performance against KPIs |
|
|
3 |
Analyze trends in performance data |
|
|
4 |
Investigate any deviations from expected outcomes |
|
|
5 |
Evaluate process efficiency and effectiveness |
V. Resource Utilization
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Assess resource allocation (staff, equipment, materials) |
|
|
2 |
Ensure optimal use of human resources |
|
|
3 |
Verify that equipment is maintained and functioning properly |
|
|
4 |
Check for wastage or inefficiencies in material usage |
|
|
5 |
Evaluate the adequacy of training and development resources |
VI. Process Controls and Risk Management
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Identify key controls in place for the process |
|
|
2 |
Verify that risk management procedures are in place |
|
|
3 |
Assess the adequacy of risk mitigation strategies |
|
|
4 |
Test the effectiveness of internal controls |
|
|
5 |
Ensure a system for continuous monitoring and feedback is established |
VII. Recommendations and Action Plan
|
No. |
Checklist Task |
Completed (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Summarize audit findings |
|
|
2 |
Identify areas requiring corrective actions |
|
|
3 |
Develop a corrective action plan |
|
|
4 |
Assign responsibility for implementing actions |
|
|
5 |
Set deadlines for corrective measures |
