MONUSCO Standard Operating Procedure 2011

Questions and Answers

Who approved the Standard Operating Procedure for internal audit?

Azzam Ayyat

When was the Standard Operating Procedure approved?

June 2011

What is the purpose of internal audits according to the document?

To identify problems, risks, and nonconformities.

Internal audits are sometimes referred to as first-party audits.

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What year’s manual does the SOP adhere to?

2005 Signup and view all the answers

How often is the SOP for internal audits revised?

Once a year (in June) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to internal audits:

First-party audits = Conducted by or on behalf of the organization itself Corrective actions = Steps developed from root cause analysis Preventive actions = Measures taken to mitigate future risks Self-declaration of conformity = Confirmation of adherence to procedures by the Aviation Section Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Standard Operating Procedure Overview

SOP initiated by MONUSCO Aviation Section, approved in June 2011.
Developed by a team including Mr. Kuldeep Malik, Mr. Timothy Akpatsa, Mr. Maksym Bukharin, and Mr. Waisea Bauleka.
Implementation and review of the SOP are set for June 2011 and June 2012, respectively.

Purpose of Internal Audits

Internal audits serve as management tools to identify problems, risks, and nonconformities.
Focuses on root cause analysis and corrective preventive actions.
Aims to identify good practices and improvement opportunities.

Internal Audit Characteristics

Conducted by MONUSCO Aviation Section, often called first-party audits.
Independence is maintained by auditors being free from responsibility for the activity being audited.
Supports the Aviation Section's self-declaration of conformity.

Audit Procedures and Management

SOP includes comprehensive procedures for planning, coordinating, managing, and controlling aviation internal audits.
Routine revisions occur annually in June or as deemed necessary to adhere to relevant UN guidelines.

Rights and Permissions

Table of Contents Highlights

Denotes various sections including Scope, Normative References, Acronyms, and Terms.
Principles of Auditing and Managing an Audit Programme are key sections detailing audit processes.

Audit Programme Management

Audit programme includes objectives, responsibilities, resources, and procedures for effective execution.
Emphasizes the importance of monitoring and reviewing audit programme records for continual improvement.

Initiating the Audit Process

Step 1 involves appointing an audit team leader and defining audit objectives, scope, and criteria for successful audits.

Description

This quiz covers the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for internal audit by MONUSCO's Aviation Section, as approved in June 2011. Participants will gain insights into the procedures, origin, and approval details relevant to MONUSCO operations. Test your understanding of the SOP's significance and implementation.