Audits for principal employer organisations
The Department of Education and Training has developed audit arrangements based on the Queensland Quality Standards for principal employer organisations.
The department has prepared the following information on audit requirements and procedures to assist entities wishing to be recognised as principal employer organisations in Queensland.
About audits
Under the state framework, independent audits of principal employer organisations against the state standards are required every three years.
Who conducts audits?
Audits are carried out independent of the department by quality auditors.
When are audits conducted?
Information on the scheduling of compliance and self-assessment audits.
Types of audits
Information on the three main types of audits: initial compliance audits; compliance audits; and self-assessment audits.
The audit process
Information on the different steps taken to complete an audit.
How to prepare for an audit
There are a number of actions an entity can take to prepare for an audit against the Queensland Quality Standards for principal employer organisations.
Responsibilities
Information on the responsibilities of both the department and the entity being audited.
Dealing with non-compliance
Consequences for an entity found to be non-compliant.