How to Ensure the Independence of Audits within an EASA Part 147 Organization

When we talk about the Quality System we are off course considering both the function of QA & QC.
 
The QA audit process must be independent which means the auditor is not involved in the day to deliver delivery of training or management of processes.

It should also be understood that the audits do not replace the need for ongoing Quality Control (QC) activities.

The audits which we will carry out are considered as “compliance audits” and essentially follow a prescriptive checklist ensuring that all elements of the process are delivering in accordance with both the regulatory and organizational requirements.