Audit Plan Template

Overview

The Audit Plan is the roadmap for a specific audit. It ensures the audit team and the auditee agree on the scope, timing, and logistics.

Key Sections

1. Audit Objectives: Why are we doing this audit?
2. Audit Scope: What are the boundaries? (Locations, processes, time period).
3. Audit Criteria: What are we auditing against? (ISO standard, internal procedure, contract).
4. Audit Team: Who is the lead auditor? Who are the team members? Any observers/experts?
5. Schedule/Agenda: A detailed timetable of activities.
   • Opening Meeting
   • Process A (Time & Interviewee)
   • Process B (Time & Interviewee)
   • Lunch Break
   • Auditors’ Meeting
   • Closing Meeting
6. Resources Required: Meeting rooms, PPE, access to systems.

Best Practices

• Communicate Early: Send the plan to the auditee at least 2 weeks in advance.
• Be Flexible: Allow some buffer time for unexpected issues.
• Confirm: Ensure the auditee confirms availability of key staff.