- Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 46001:2019
- Interpret and apply the standard in the context of auditing water efficiency management systems
- Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on audits based on ISO 19011 guidelines
- Evaluate an organization’s ability to control and improve water usage efficiency
- Demonstrate knowledge of audit principles, techniques, and risk-based thinking
- Prepare for certification as a Lead Auditor for ISO 46001:2019
- Gain in-depth understanding of water efficiency concepts and ISO 46001 clauses
- Develop auditing competence as per ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1
- Be capable of conducting a full ISO 46001 audit independently or in a team
- Understand how to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement
- Earn a Cognicert-accredited ISO 46001 Lead Auditor certificate (upon passing the final exam and assessment)
- Environmental and sustainability managers
- Internal auditors and compliance officers
- Consultants and quality professionals
- Facility managers responsible for water management
- Auditors seeking ISO 46001 certification
- Regulatory and governmental officers overseeing water usage
- ISO 46001:2019 – Water Efficiency Management Systems
- ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
- ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 – Requirements for Bodies Providing Audit and Certification of Management Systems
- ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management Systems (for integrated system context)
- Global water challenges and sustainability context
- Overview of ISO 46001 and its benefits
- Key concepts: water usage, water balance, water performance indicators
- ISO 46001 structure and clause-by-clause breakdown
- Principles and types of audits
- Understanding ISO 19011 and auditor responsibilities
- Risk-based thinking in auditing
- Reviewing ISO 46001 clauses: planning, operation, performance evaluation
- Developing an audit program
- Preparing audit checklists
- Conducting opening meetings and interviews
- Gathering objective evidence and managing audit teams
- Case study: conducting a water balance audit
- Writing nonconformity statements
- Preparing audit reports
- Conducting closing meetings
- Follow-up and corrective action verification
- Final exam and role-play simulation audit
- Interactive lectures with practical case studies
- Group exercises and discussions
- Simulated audit role-plays and workshops
- Real-world scenarios on water usage and efficiency
- Continuous assessment through quizzes, presentations, and final exam
- Delivered in-person or virtually by qualified lead auditors and environmental experts