Internal Auditing – Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001)

Build audit capability across quality, environmental and safety systems

Internal audits are essential to maintaining effective management systems, ensuring both compliance and improvement. This intensive two-day course equips learners with the practical skills and knowledge to audit integrated management systems based on ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental), and and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety).  Designed with a focus on real-world application, this programme prepares learners to conduct meaningful internal audits that go beyond checklists. Whether preparing for certification or driving continuous improvement, learners will leave with confidence and competence in integrated auditing. 

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    19 - 20 May 2026
    30 Jun 2026 - 01 Jul 2026
    29 - 30 Sep 2026
    24 - 25 Nov 2026
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Course Code
MS003

What's covered?

This course blends theory with case-based practice to support learning. Key topics include:

Day 1:

  • Overview of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018
  • Evolution and comparison of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018
  • Process mapping and planning integrated systems
  • Risk assessment process and practical case studies
  • Implement and operate the management system, including checks, corrective actions and management review processes

Day 2:

  • Prepare audit documentation and audit plans
  • Build and coordinate an effective audit team
  • Conduct audits using appropriate techniques and tools
  • Gather and evaluate audit evidence
  • Present and report audit findings clearly
  • Apply learning through case-based audit scenarios

The content can be customised for In-Company delivery to meet specific organisational needs.

Who should participate?

This course is ideal for individuals responsible for quality, environmental and health & safety systems within their organisation. It suits those seeking to strengthen their internal audit capability or support certification efforts.

It is relevant for:

  • EHS Officers and Managers
  • Quality Managers and Auditors
  • Environmental Managers
  • Engineers and Technical Managers
  • Safety Representatives
  • Internal Management Systems Auditors

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

What will I learn?

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Understand the elements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
  • Interpret and apply the documentation requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
  • Plan and conduct internal audits in line with ISO guidelines
  • Apply process auditing techniques across integrated systems
  • Collect and analyse evidence objectively
  • Evaluate audit evidence and report findings effectively
  • Identify opportunities for system improvement through auditing

These outcomes support practical auditing capabilities that directly benefit the organisation.

Who are the tutors?

Elizabeth Walker

Elizabeth has extensive industry experience planning, establishing, implementing and maintaining management systems. These systems include Quality, Food Safety, Energy, Environmental and Health and Safety. Elizabeth holds a BSc Degree in Industrial Biology, Diploma in Food Technology and is a competent Integrated Management System Auditor.

Elizabeth has considerable experience in the implementation of & transition to ISO 9001:2015. Auditing experience includes carrying out internal audits and supporting third party audits (Customer/Regulatory & Certification) of clients Quality Management System. Elizabeth also delivers training programmes in ISO 9001:2015 implementation and internal auditing and lead auditor training programmes.


Finbarr Stapleton

Finbarr Stapleton, Antaris, has a B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry and a Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety and is a member of IOSH. He has over thirty years experience, initially as Laboratory Manager in an Analytical Laboratory, a number of years experience as an EHS Manager in the Food Industry and subsequently in technical consultancy.

He has successfully implemented OHSAS 18001/45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 in a large number of industries. He has extensive experience of quality management and environmental and health and safety management systems, energy management, waste management as well as environmental and health and safety legislation. He is a qualified Auditor of ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems. Finbarr has also extensive experience of energy management systems such as ISO 50001. He has carried out a number of projects on behalf of the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI).
He regularly carries out audits and risk assessments for client companies. He has also qualified as a dangerous goods safety adviser.

Finbarr has assisted a number of companies in making successful applications to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) for an IPPC (Integrated Pollution Prevention & Control) licence and has also carried out Environmental Impact Assessments for a number of companies.

Finbarr also holds an NUI Certificate in Training and Continuing Education. He is the lead tutor for the Nebosh International Certificate and Diploma courses.


Gerry Higgins

With extensive experience of implementing quality, environmental, health and safety, asset, energy and information security management systems and advising companies on how to integrate them, Gerry adopts a very practical approach to designing, implementing and maintaining management systems and brings this expertise to any training course, which he delivers.

Gerry has carried out first-, second- and third-party audits in a number of jurisdictions and across a range of organisations involved in manufacturing and service industries in both the public and private sector. He has also assisted many companies to demonstrate compliance with their statutory and regulatory requirements.

He has consulted with companies on developing appropriate sustainability, decarbonisation and energy transition strategies and on enhancing their circular value chains.

He has a degree in engineering and an MBA from the University of Limerick and is a chartered engineer and Fellow of Engineers Ireland. He is also a Fellow and chartered environmentalist through IEMA and holds a Certificate in Circular Economy & Sustainable Strategies from the University of Cambridge

Gerry founded Antaris in 1994 and now works as a consultant to the company. Antaris is at the forefront of climate action in Ireland and is a signatory to the science-based target initiative (SBTi), which commits us to reducing our absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and to measure and reduce our scope 3 emissions. Antaris is also a member of 1% for the Planet, committing us to donating 1% of our annual gross revenue (sales, not profit) to grassroots environmental organisations dedicated to protecting our planet.


Peter Fleming

Peter Fleming is an accomplished EHSQ professional with credible technical insight coupled with best-in-class interpersonal and communication skills. In the last 14 years, he has specialized in the areas of HAZOP, risk assessment, process safety, fire safety and industrial loss prevention. Peter Has worked with over 300 organizations in Europe, China, Middle East, America, Central America primarily focusing on HAZOP studies and Risk Assessment.

Currently, he has been coordinating a number of HAZOP and SIL studies in Jubail and Saudi Arabia. He has also worked as a safety expert responsible for assessing the safety of Ma’aden operations and processes and preparing a safety risk register for Ma’aden Phosphate Company. His work encompassed beneficiation, ammonia, 3 sulfuric acid, 3 phosphoric acid and 4 diammonium phosphate plants. He has also completed a number of HAZOP studies in Saudi Arabia and Qatar for a number of clients.


How do we train and support you?

This programme is grounded in practical, interactive learning supported by expert-led delivery.

  • Pre-training consultation (for In-Company courses)
  • Where appropriate, exercises incorporate the organisation’s own management systems documentation, offering learners the opportunity to practise audit techniques in a relevant and realistic setting. This hands-on approach culminates in a tutor-supervised internal audit, reinforcing practical application and embedding core learning outcomes.
  • Flexible delivery options to suit different needs:
    • onsite and live virtual training for your team
    • scheduled virtual public courses for individuals to join independently
  • Real-time support from expert tutors

Class sizes are generally limited to 10 - 12 to support personalised learning and individual support.

How can you progress?

Learners who complete this course may wish to progress to:

  • ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (QMS) - CQI & IRCA Certified
  • ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor - CQI & IRCA Certified
  • IEMA Lead Environmental Auditor (ISO 14001:2015)

This course provides an excellent foundation for continued development in auditing and compliance.

Peter Fleming

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