Internal Auditing

This is a 21-hour course designed for individuals who may require the skills to perform internal audits of security activities performed under a marine facility security plan and to satisfy auditing requirement set out in the Marine Transportation Security Regulations. The focus of the course is on group workshops and hands-on practical auditing experience. Successful students will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Course Topics

• Auditing Inspection requirements

• Auditing Security Procedures

• Auditing Drills and Exercises

• Workshops on:

• Preparing for an audit

• Conducting sample audits

• Making appropriate audit conclusions

• Developing an annual audit program

• Learning to use the Audit Checklist Form

• Period Reviews of the Security Documents and Security Plan

• Audit Reports and the Issue of Amendments