Internal audit plan
Internal audit plan and program. HACCP requires regular internal inspections: an auditor visits production areas with a checklist and records compliance with procedures.
What this log is for
The internal audit plan and program is the first document an auditor starts with. WeSetup creates the annual plan, assigns auditors and links every inspection to its audit record and report.
How it looks in the system
What a completed log looks like
The same file the service provides to an inspector. The data is fictional: the organization “Ромашка” and five employees.
What gets recorded
- Audit scope (production area, process)
- Scheduled period
- Auditors
- Audit criteria
Regulatory basis
- GOST R ISO 22000-2019
- The audit plan covers the entire annual cycle — it is convenient to approve it once in January.
Questions and answers
What should I record in Internal audit plan?
Required fields: Audit scope; Scheduled period; Auditors; Audit criteria. An empty field is equivalent to an incomplete log for an inspector, so use a dash deliberately and include an explanation.
How often should I complete Internal audit plan?
According to the HACCP plan: the frequency is set when describing the control point and justified in the plan itself.
Which document requires Internal audit plan?
GOST R ISO 22000-2019. Include the regulatory reference on the title page so the inspector can immediately see why the log is kept.
Can I keep Internal audit plan electronically?
Yes. SanPiN 2.3/2.4.4282-26 does not require paper: the important points are being able to see who made an entry and when, and preventing unnoticed retrospective changes. For an inspection, print the electronic log for the required period.
How long should I keep Internal audit plan?
Inspectors usually request records for the last 12 months, so one year is a practical minimum. Keep logs connected with a food poisoning investigation or a complaint until the proceedings are closed.