Internal Audit of ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System (EnMS)

Course Duration:

2 Days (16 hours)

Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the key requirements and principles of ISO 50001:2018.
2. Develop the necessary skills to conduct an effective internal audit of an Energy Management System (EnMS).
3. Learn audit techniques based on ISO 19011:2018 (Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems).
4. Identify non-conformities, assess risks, and implement corrective actions.
5. Improve energy efficiency through effective EnMS audits.

Target Audience:

• Energy managers
• Internal auditors
• Quality, environment, and safety managers
• Facility and operations managers
• Sustainability professionals
• Individuals responsible for implementing or maintaining an ISO 50001:2018 system

Course Outline:

Day 1 – Understanding ISO 50001:2018 & Internal Audit Principles

Module 1: Introduction to Energy Management & ISO 50001:2018

• Importance of energy management
• Overview of ISO 50001:2018 structure and key principles
• Benefits of implementing ISO 50001

Module 2: ISO 50001:2018 Requirements

• Context of the organization
• Leadership and commitment
• Energy planning & energy performance indicators (EnPIs)
• Operational controls & energy review
• Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and improvement

Module 3: Internal Audit Framework & ISO 19011:2018

• Purpose and benefits of internal audits
• Types of audits: first-party, second-party, third-party
• Principles of auditing (integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, etc.)
• Risk-based thinking in audits

Day 2 – Conducting an Internal Audit & Reporting Findings

Module 4: Internal Audit Process (ISO 19011:2018)

• Planning and preparing for an audit
• Developing audit checklists and audit programs
• Conducting opening meetings
• Evidence collection techniques (interviews, observations, documentation review)

Module 5: Audit Reporting & Corrective Actions

• Identifying non-conformities and opportunities for improvement
• Preparing the audit report
• Conducting closing meetings
• Corrective action process and follow-up audits

Module 6: Practical Audit Exercise & Case Studies

• Mock audit (role-playing exercises)
• Reviewing real-world audit case studies
• Group discussions and Q&A

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
✔ Explain the requirements of ISO 50001:2018 and its application in energy management.
✔ Plan and conduct an internal audit based on ISO 19011:2018.
✔ Identify and report non-conformities and suggest corrective actions.
✔ Improve energy efficiency through systematic audit findings.
✔ Confidently participate in or lead an internal audit team.

Training Methodology:

• Interactive Presentations: Engaging lectures with real-world examples.
• Workshops & Group Exercises: Hands-on practice in audit planning, execution, and reporting.
• Case Studies: Analysis of real ISO 50001 audit scenarios.
• Role-Playing & Mock Audits: Simulated internal audits for practical application.
• Q&A Sessions: Addressing specific participant queries and challenges.