PECB ISO-45001-Lead-Auditor Exam With Confidence Using Practice Dumps

The auditor should assess whether the organization's planned action (using masks in case of dust extraction failure) is both implemented and effective. This aligns with ISO 45001 requirements to ensure that control measures are functional and meet the intended objectives.

Clause 8.1.2 (Hierarchy of Controls):The use of PPE, such as masks, is considered a last resort in the hierarchy of controls. The organization must demonstrate that the measure is:

Implemented (e.g., PPE is available and workers are trained to use it).

Effective (e.g., masks provide adequate protection against dust).

Analysis of Options:

A. Advise that the factory should cease operations if the dust extraction equipment malfunctioned.While ceasing operations may be a necessary control in extreme situations, it is not a practical or realistic recommendation unless a high-risk scenario cannot be otherwise managed.

B. Ask the OHSMS Manager to confirm regulatory compliance.Regulatory compliance is important but does not fully address the requirement to ensure the action is effective.

C. Seek evidence that the response action is both implemented and effective.This is the most appropriate response. The auditor must verify implementation and effectiveness to determine conformity.

D. Suggest increasing maintenance checks.Maintenance is important for preventing equipment breakdowns, but this option does not address the immediate audit finding about the adequacy of response actions.

ISO References:

Clause 8.1.2: Emphasizes applying the hierarchy of controls effectively.

Clause 9.1.1: Requires monitoring and measuring controls to ensure effectiveness.

ISO 45001 requires organizations to identify and maintain documentation to demonstrate compliance with legal and other requirements (Clause 7.5 and Clause 9.1.2). It also requires the evaluation and control of outsourced processes (Clause 8.1.4.3).

Analysis of Options:

A. The park did not have the required documentation to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements:Correct. The outdated and incomplete inspection report (8 years old, lacking detailed identification) fails to demonstrate compliance with health and safety legislation.

B. The organization did not monitor the safety checks by staff of equipment:Incorrect. While there is a potential gap in monitoring, the evidence provided does not directly indicate a lack of monitoring of staff checks.

C. The inspection organization employed by the insurance organization was not evaluated:Correct. ISO 45001 requires the organization to evaluate outsourced services, including those provided by the inspection body, to ensure their adequacy.

D. The park relied on the insurance organization to evaluate its OHS risks:Incorrect. Reliance on external evaluations may not constitute a nonconformity if risks are properly managed, but there is no evidence provided for noncompliance here.

E. Testing to determine the safe loading of equipment was not carried out:Incorrect. While load testing is crucial, there is no evidence presented to confirm this specific issue as a nonconformity.

ISO References:

Clause 7.5: Control of documented information.

Clause 8.1.4.3: Control of outsourced processes.

Clause 9.1.2: Evaluation of compliance.

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Explanation

Documented information on the organization’s legal requirements → Clause 6.1.3:Clause 6.1.3 requires the organization to identify, document, and maintain compliance obligations, including legal and other requirements relevant to OH&S.

Assessment of OH&S risks → Clause 6.1.2.2:Clause 6.1.2.2 mandates the organization to assess OH&S risks associated with its operations, taking into account hazards, controls, and work activities.

Internal and external issue determination → Clause 4.1:Clause 4.1 requires organizations to determine internal and external issues that affect the OH&S management system and its intended outcomes.

Agreements with the organization’s external providers → Clause 8.1.4.2:Clause 8.1.4.2 pertains to controlling external providers and ensuring their processes align with OH&S requirements, including documented agreements.

References

Clause 4.1: Understanding the organization and its context.

Clause 6.1.2.2: Assessment of risks and opportunities related to OH&S.

Clause 6.1.3: Compliance obligations.

Clause 8.1.4.2: Control of external providers.