This intensive course enables the participants to develop the needed expertise to audit an Energy Management System (EnMS) based on ISO 50001 and to manage a team of auditors by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques.

During this training, the participant will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to proficiently plan and perform internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and certification audits according to ISO 17021.

Based on practical exercises, the participant will develop the skills and competencies necessary to efficiently conduct an audit.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Auditing expertise to keep your EnMS compliant
• Confidence preparing for third party audits
• Engaging employees to achieve energy efficiency across your business
• Integrating ISO 50001 with other management systems

• Benefits of an EnMS
• The plan/do/check/act (PDCA) cycle and how it is used with an EnMS
• Detailed analysis of the clauses and requirements of ISO 50001
• The positive impact of internal EnMS audits on management systems and energy use
• How to plan and audit, including creating an audit checklist
• Conducting an audit, including interviewing techniques
• Following up on an audit, including closing meetings and nonconformity reporting

Certification

A two-hour written test is included in this course.

Full attendance, as well as passing the examination and practical assessment, are required for certification.

Participants must demonstrate that they have met the learning and enabling objectives using the PERAC’s methods of continual assessment and evaluation.

• Internal auditors
• Auditors wanting to perform and lead Energy Management System (EnMS) certification audits
• Project managers or consultants wanting to master the Energy Management System audit process
• Individuals responsible for the energy or conformity in an organization
• Expert advisors in Energy Management Systems
• Technical experts wanting to prepare for energy audit function