Free Process Audit Checklist

Prepared by:

[YOUR NAME]

Date:

January 5, 2055

Company Name:

[YOUR COMPANY NAME]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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