Calculation of Audit Time Using IAF MDs 1, 5 and 11
The IAF MDs provide the requirements for duration and sampling so that the client organisation can be informed on expected audit durations and hence related costs of certification.
This course provides information on the calculation of audit duration by Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) where there are multiple factors to be considered. It covers the use of International Accreditation Forum Mandatory Documents (IAF MDs) 1, 5 and/or 11 in the calculation of audit duration for various types of organisations.

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- This is a self-paced online course that includes online modules and resources that can be completed at your convenience. There is no facilitated session for the self-paced course.
- In-house delivery can be arranged for groups of four or more. Please contact the JASANZ Academy Service Desk
Course overview
IAF MD 1, 5 and 11 help to determine the minimum audit durations necessary to ensure a comprehensive audit is completed with sufficient audit trails to provide confidence for the organisation and end users.
The course is suitable for certification bodies and provides guidance in calculating audit time and sampling when multiple factors, such as multi-site, multi-system, and multi-certifications, must be considered. It is based on a number of case studies that walk the participant through the manner in which these mandatory documents interrelate.
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IAF MD 1, 5 and 11 help to determine the minimum audit durations necessary to ensure a comprehensive audit is completed with sufficient audit trails to provide confidence for the organisation and end users.
The course is suitable for certification bodies and provides guidance in calculating audit time and sampling when multiple factors, such as multi-site, multi-system, and multi-certifications, must be considered. It is based on a number of case studies that walk the participant through the manner in which these mandatory documents interrelate.
On completion of this course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
This course is also available in our combined training package, Calculating audit duration using IAF MDs 1, 5 and 11. The package is available in two delivery formats:
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