Who can qualify as an Authorised Auditor (AA)?

There are two types of AA

1. An auditor can be recognized as an AA when they have taken TAPA training, passed an exam and are working for a TAPA approved Independent Audit Body. They must have taken the training for each relevant TAPA standard where they are recognized as an AA. They can perform certifications audits for any level of the standard.
2. A LSP/Applicant representative who has taken TAPA training and passed an exam can be recognized as an AA. They must have taken the training for each relevant TAPA standard where they are recognized as an AA. They can only perform certifications audits for the lowest level of the standards (FSR C or TSR 3) and for their own employers’ business. They cannot certify their sub-contractors or other businesses.