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Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Auditor Training (CAP™)

Develop the skills, knowledge, and accreditation to conduct effective SHEQ systems audits using the Common Audit Process.

This five-day accredited course equips internal auditors and SHEQ practitioners with the methodology, practical skills, and CAP™ licensing required to evaluate and manage integrated risk management systems with confidence.

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Course Ref: AU 01 – 2 | 5-Day Programme | 60% Theory / 40% Practical | CAP™ Accredited

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Designed for internal auditors and SHEQ practitioners

This course is developed for internal company auditors and all professionals whose work involves the management and control of occupational health, safety, environment, and quality (SHEQ) systems.

 

It is particularly relevant for those who deal with incident costs, environmental aspects, legislative compliance, and quality control, including the requirements of ISO 19011, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

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Ideal Candidates Include:

  • Internal SHEQ auditors

  • Health, safety, and environmental managers

  • Risk and compliance officers

  • Quality management professionals

  • Anyone required to conduct systems audits as part of their management responsibilities

Course entry requirements

Requirements:

  • Matric certificate; OR a completed trade qualification; OR 23 years of age with a minimum of five years relevant work experience

  • Successful completion of the Modern SHEQ and Risk Management Course (Ref: OH01) with a minimum 80% pass mark

A practical, structured approach to SHEQ auditing

The CAP™ course combines theoretical grounding with substantial practical application, with 40% of the programme dedicated to hands-on exercises. Participants develop a thorough understanding of audit methodology, auditor conduct, and the practical execution of integrated SHEQ management system audits.

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Course Content Covers:

  • Planning, leadership, training, and communications

  • Causes and consequences of incidents; incident investigation and analysis

  • Managing risk exposures as part of integrated risk management

  • Measuring and monitoring risk control

  • Introduction to environmental and quality management

  • Introduction to CAP™ and accredited CAP™ auditor licensing

  • Preparing for the audit; auditor demeanour and skills

  • Conducting SHEQ systems audits, including interviewing techniques

  • Verification booklets and audit questions

  • Closing meetings and post-audit activities

  • Report of findings and report writing feedback

Personal audit and resource reporting

What participants will be able to do

Participants will be trained to apply CAP™ and effective auditor practices to evaluate and manage SHEQ risk management systems.

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On Completion, Participants Will Demonstrate:

  • Understanding and application of critical audit system terminology and requirements

  • Ability to identify and apply audit system activities effective for managing and controlling risk

  • Auditor demeanour conducive to unbiased, objective SHEQ audits

  • Skills to recommend effective implementation strategies

  • An audit approach based on the continued improvement of SHEQ systems

  • Consistency and validity in audits using the CAP™ methodology

  • Ability to verify compliance of a management system against SHEQ requirements

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Progression:
Upon successful completion, participants may proceed toward achieving full CAP™ auditor qualification and licensing.

What is required to pass

Requirements:

  • Theoretical summative assessment: minimum 80% pass mark

  • Practical summative assessment: CAP™ assessment

Theory:

60%

Practical

40%

Why complete your CAP™ training with IRCA Global

Accredited and Recognised

The CAP™ programme is a structured, accredited auditor training course with a licensing pathway recognised within the SHEQ industry.

Practical

Focus

With 40% of the course dedicated to practical application, participants leave with skills they can apply immediately in the workplace.

Experienced Facilitators

IRCA Global's courses are delivered by experienced SHEQ and risk management specialists with real operational knowledge.

Integrated

Learning

CAP™ training sits within a broader IRCA Global curriculum, allowing participants to build on prior learning and progress toward advanced qualifications.

Take the next step in your auditing career

Whether you are new to SHEQ auditing or looking to formalise your skills with an accredited qualification, the Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Auditor Training (CAP™) course provides the methodology, practical experience, and licensing pathway to advance your capabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the CAP™ auditor training course?

The Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Auditor Training (CAP™) is a five-day accredited course that trains participants in applying the Common Audit Process to evaluate and manage SHEQ risk management systems. It combines theoretical instruction with practical auditing exercises and leads to CAP™ auditor licensing.

2. Who should attend the CAP™ course?

The course is designed for internal company auditors, SHEQ managers, health and safety officers, risk and compliance professionals, and anyone responsible for conducting systems audits as part of their role. It is particularly relevant for those working with ISO 19011, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements.

3. What are the entry requirements for this course?

Participants must hold a Matric certificate, a completed trade qualification, or have a minimum of five years relevant work experience (if 23 years or older). Completion of the Modern SHEQ and Risk Management Course (Ref: OH01) with at least an 80% pass mark is also required.

4. How long is the CAP™ training course?

The course runs over five days. The programme is structured as 60% theory and 40% practical, with a strong emphasis on applying audit techniques in realistic SHEQ contexts.

5. What qualification or certification do I receive on completion?

On successful completion of both the theoretical assessment (minimum 80%) and the practical CAP™ assessment, participants may proceed toward achieving full CAP™ auditor qualification and licensing.

6. What ISO standards does this course address?

The course addresses the requirements of ISO 19011 (guidelines for auditing management systems), ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management), and ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety management).

7. What practical skills will I develop during the course?

Participants will practise interviewing techniques, audit preparation, conducting SHEQ systems audits, completing verification documentation, leading closing meetings, and producing post-audit reports. The practical component is designed to build confidence and competence for real-world audit situations.

8. Can I progress to further qualifications after completing the CAP™ course?

Yes. Successful completion of the CAP™ course opens the pathway to full CAP™ auditor qualification and licensing, and sits within the broader IRCA Global training curriculum for ongoing professional development in SHEQ and risk management.

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