Risk Management & Threats to Impartiality

Target Audience:
Certification auditors (internal and external), technical reviewers, and certification decision-makers.

Standards Referenced:

  • ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 1
  • Assurco Certification Management System Manual 2
  • Assurco Impartiality Policy 3
  • Assurco Auditor Competence Scheme 4

🧭 Course Overview

This course equips auditors with the knowledge and skills to:

  • Identify and manage risks to impartiality in certification activities.
  • Apply ISO 17021-1 principles in real-world audit scenarios.
  • Understand Assurco’s internal controls and escalation procedures.