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Series 3 Episode 2: A day in the life of a BRCGS auditor
Episode 2
Tuesday, 1 October, 2024
A day in the life of a BRCGS Auditor 1. Introduction This episode provides an insightful overview of a day in the life of a BRCGS auditor, covering the steps and challenges encountered during an unannounced audit, including the complexities of completing an audit report and closing out non-conformities. Our expert guest, Elaine Wigham, is the founder of her own auditing and management consultancy. Before branching out on her own, she held the position of Technical Services Manager at Food Chain ID Auditor and Field Team Manager at SAI Global Assurance Services. Elaine offers valuable insights into the realities and challenges of conducting BRCGS audits. 2. Podcast time stamp 00:16 Meet the Expert: Elaine Wigham 02:02 What initially drew you towards becoming a BRCGS auditor? 03:18 Which of the BRCGS standards have you audited? 04:07 What are the main challenges when conducting unannounced audits?08:25 What kind of pre-audit information are you provided with to prepare yourself before undertaking an audit? 12:03 Can you walk us through a typical structure of an unannounced BRCGS audit? 19:08 Can you share a memorable experience from an audit that stands out, either due to challenges, success, or a surprising outcome? 23:43 What are the most common non-conformities you raise during an audit? 26:32 What’s your approach to handling non-conformities when they arise during an audit? 28:13 What are the biggest challenges an auditor has generating an audit report and closing out non conformities. 32:00 How do you stay up-to-date on changes to legislation and industry practice? 33:24 What skills do you think are most important for a successful auditor to have? 35:17 What’s the most rewarding part of being a BRCGS auditor? 36:09 What’s your advice for companies preparing for a BRCGS audit? 37:56 What advice would you give to someone considering a career as a BRCGS auditor? Get 10% off our BRCGS Lead Auditor course offer Sign up to our five-day BRCGS Lead Auditor course running from 18th-22nd November and get a 10% discount on enrolment. Use the code BRCGSLA at checkout to claim your discount. Book your place now
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