Accountability through independent internal assessment.
Internal audits provide objective assessment of process adherence and quality system effectiveness, supporting continuous institutional improvement.
Internal audits are planned based on process risk, organizational priorities, and prior audit findings. Audit schedules ensure periodic coverage of all quality system processes.
Audits are conducted by qualified personnel independent of the processes being audited. Evidence is collected through document review, interviews, and process observation.
Audit findings are documented, categorized by severity, and tracked through corrective action processes. Root cause analysis is required for significant findings.
Audit results are reported to institutional leadership through management review processes. Trends and systemic issues inform quality system improvement priorities.