PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Exam Practice Tests and PDFs

Comprehensive Detailed Explanation along with All ISO 45001 Audit Reference Analysis of Each Option: A . Consider the number of functions related to OHS management. True. The number of functions related to OHS management directly impacts the audit duration. More functions require additional time for the auditor to review documentation, processes, and implementation across those areas. Reference: IAF MD 5:2020, Clause 2.3.1 (factors affecting audit time). B . Consider the number of sites to be sampled. True. For multi-site organizations, the number of sites to be sampled is critical in calculating audit duration. Sampling requirements are determined using guidelines such as IAF MD 1:2022 and depend on the complexity, size, and risks associated with each site. Reference: IAF MD 1:2022, Clause 4.2. C . Include outsourced processes. True. Outsourced processes that affect the OHS management system must be evaluated as part of the audit. This includes reviewing the organization’s control over such processes. Auditing these aspects impacts the audit duration. Reference: ISO 45001:2018, Clause 8.1.4 and IAF MD 5:2020, Clause 2.3.1. D . Include the time allocated for lunch breaks. False. Lunch breaks are not considered part of the audit duration as they do not contribute to the assessment of the management system. Audit time calculations exclude non-working hours, including breaks. Reference: IAF MD 5:2020, Clause 2.5. E . Incorporate the time taken to travel to/from the audit location. False. Travel time is excluded when calculating the audit duration. While travel logistics are considered in audit planning, they do not count towards the total audit time. Reference: IAF MD 5:2020, Clause 2.5. F . Think about the complexity of the organization's business. True. The complexity of the organization’s business, including the nature of hazards, risks, and legal obligations, significantly affects the audit duration. More complex operations typically require longer audit times. Reference: IAF MD 5:2020, Clause 2.3.1. Key ISO and IAF Reference: ISO 45001:2018: Clause 9.2.2 (Audit Program). IAF MD 5:2020: “Determination of Audit Time of Quality and Environmental Management Systems.” IAF MD 1:2022: “Audit and Certification of Multiple Sites Based on Sampling.”

Comprehensive Detailed Explanation along with All ISO 45001 Audit Reference Clause 10.2 of ISO 45001 pertains to Nonconformity and Corrective Action. Organizations are required to evaluate incidents, investigate their causes, and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Issue Identified: The incidents in the five old shops are related to VOC emissions from outdated equipment, leading to staff and customer health concerns. This indicates inadequate risk management and failure to act on known safety issues. Analysis of Options: A . Display an emergency phone number. This is a reactive approach and does not address the root cause of the issue, i.e., VOC emissions. It also does not align with ISO 45001’s emphasis on preventive measures. B . Evaluate and update the PPE requirements. While PPE is important, relying solely on PPE without addressing the root cause (emission of VOCs) is insufficient. PPE is considered the last line of defense under the hierarchy of controls. C . Reassess the OH&S risks associated with the laundry process in the five old shops. This option aligns with ISO 45001, Clause 8.1.2, and Clause 10.2, as it emphasizes reassessing risks and taking steps to mitigate them. A thorough risk assessment could lead to interim measures such as process improvements or administrative controls until the equipment is replaced. D . Review the current safety procedures. While reviewing safety procedures is useful, it does not address the specific nonconformity related to the equipment’s inability to operate safely. Best Action: Reassessing the risks in the five shops (Option C) ensures a comprehensive review of the hazards posed by outdated equipment, leading to appropriate preventive and corrective actions. ISO Reference: Clause 10.2: Requires identifying and addressing nonconformities to prevent recurrence. Clause 8.1.2: Emphasizes the hierarchy of controls and risk assessment as a foundation for mitigating hazards.

Comprehensive Detailed Explanation along with All ISO 45001 Audit Reference Analysis of Each Option: A . The organisation should review the audit plan for agreement. True. According to ISO 45001 guidelines and ISO 19011 (Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems), it is standard practice for the auditee organization to review and agree to the audit plan to ensure clarity on scope, objectives, and processes. Reference: ISO 19011:2018, Clause 6.3.2. B . The audit team leader does not select the OHS audit team members. False. The audit team leader is responsible for selecting competent team members with the requisite expertise to evaluate the auditee’s Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS). Selection is based on criteria such as knowledge of ISO 45001, auditing skills, and understanding of the industry. Reference: ISO 19011:2018, Clause 5.4.2 and 6.3.1. C . The audit team leader should plan to interview each employee. False. While employee interviews are an essential part of gathering evidence during an ISO 45001 audit, interviewing every employee is impractical and unnecessary. A representative sampling strategy is used to assess compliance across various levels and departments. Reference: ISO 19011:2018, Clause 6.4.6. D . The audit team leader should present the plan to the auditee before the Stage 2 audit. True. Presenting the audit plan to the auditee before the audit is essential to ensure all parties are informed and prepared for the audit. This practice is emphasized in ISO 19011 and supports transparency and effective audit execution. Reference: ISO 19011:2018, Clause 6.3.3. E . The organisation should cancel staff leave during the audit. False. ISO 45001 and related audit guidelines do not mandate the cancellation of staff leave during audits. While key personnel should be available, the audit team collaborates with the organization to plan around leave schedules to minimize disruption. Reference: Not explicitly covered in ISO 45001 or ISO 19011; falls under planning discretion. F . The plan does not need to include the names of the senior managers. True. While the audit plan should outline the scope, objectives, and methods, it does not specifically require the inclusion of senior managers’ names unless they are directly involved in the audit. Reference: ISO 19011:2018, Clause 6.3.2. Key ISO Reference: ISO 45001:2018, Clause 9.2 (Internal Audit Requirements). ISO 19011:2018, Clauses 5.4.2, 6.3.1, 6.3.2, and 6.4.6.