You are conducting a Stage 2 audit of a fast-food provider that operates three local...

The available audit evidence demonstrates that the organisation has recognised the hazards arising from the equipment change and has implemented an appropriate temporary control: restaurant 2 is closed to the public until replacement equipment is installed and personnel are trained. ISO 45001 Clause 8.1.3 requires organisations to establish processes for implementing and controlling planned temporary and permanent changes that can affect OH and S performance. The auditor should assess conformity against requirements and objective evidence, not criticise legitimate business decisions. There is no evidence that restaurant 2 is operating without required emergency equipment; consequently, raising a legal-compliance nonconformity is unsupported. Nor should the auditor prescribe improved purchasing schedules. The correct audit response is therefore to record the evidence demonstrating controlled management of change and continue with the planned audit trail.