ISO 50001 Lead Auditor

The ISO 50001 Lead Auditor training course enables participants to develop the necessary expertise to perform an Energy Management System (EnMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques. Throughout this program, attendees will acquire the knowledge and skills required to plan and conduct internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and the ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process.

Through practical exercises, participants will master audit techniques and develop the competence necessary to manage an audit program, lead an audit team, facilitate communication with clients, and resolve conflicts effectively.

After acquiring the expertise required to perform these audits, participants may sit for the examination and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor” credential. This certification demonstrates the capabilities and competencies required to audit organizations based on established best practices.

Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:

  • Auditors seeking to perform and lead Energy Management System (EnMS) certification audits

  • Managers or consultants aiming to master the EnMS audit process

  • Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with Energy Management System requirements

  • Technical experts preparing for an Energy Management System audit

  • Expert advisors in energy management

Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the operations of an Energy Management System based on ISO 50001

  • Recognize the correlation between ISO 50001 and other relevant standards and regulatory frameworks

  • Understand the auditor’s role in planning, leading, and following up on a management system audit in accordance with ISO 19011

  • Learn how to lead an audit and manage an audit team effectively

  • Interpret the requirements of ISO 50001 in the context of an EnMS audit

  • Acquire the competencies necessary to plan an audit, lead audit activities, draft reports, and conduct audit follow-up in compliance with ISO 19011

Educational Approach

  • This training combines theoretical instruction with best practices applied in EnMS audits

  • Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies

  • Practical exercises are based on case studies incorporating role-playing and discussions

  • Practice tests are structured to closely reflect the format and content of the certification examination

Prerequisites
Participants should possess a fundamental understanding of ISO 50001 and comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.

The “PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an Energy Management System (EnMS)

Domain 2: Energy Management System (EnMS)

Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles

Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO 50001 audit

Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 50001 audit

Domain 6: Closing an ISO 50001 audit

Domain 7: Managing an ISO 50001 audit program

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential.

The requirements for PECB Auditor Certifications are:

 

Credential Exam Professional experience MS audit/assessment experience Other requirements
PECB Certified ISO 50001 Provisional Auditor PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 50001 Auditor PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent Two years: One year of work experience in Energy Management Audit activities: a total of 200 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent Five years: Two years of work experience in Energy Management Audit activities: a total of 300 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 50001 Senior Lead Auditor PECB Certified ISO 50001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Energy Management Audit activities: a total of 1,000 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

Note: PECB Certified Individuals who do possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams which are related to this scheme. 

To be considered valid, these audits should follow best audit practices and include the following activities:

  1. Audit planning
  2. Audit interview
  3. Managing an audit program
  4. Drafting audit reports
  5. Drafting non-conformity reports
  6. Drafting audit working documents
  7. Documentation review
  8. On-site Audit
  9. Follow-up on non-conformities
  10. Leading an audit team
  • Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
  • Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
  • An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
  • In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free
Original price was: $1,500.00.Current price is: $749.00.
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Course agenda

Day 1: Introduction to Energy Management Systems (EnMS) and ISO 50001

Day 2: Audit principles, preparation and launching of an audit

Day 3: On-site audit activities

Day 4: Closing the audit

Day 5: Certification Exam