Internal Audits. 12.6.1 The certification body shall establish procedures for internal audits to verify that it fulfils the requirements of PS Halal standard, PNAC guidelines for HCB’s and that the management system is effectively implemented and maintained. 12.6.2 An audit programme shall be planned, taking into consideration the importance of the processes and areas to be audited, as well as the results of previous audits. 12.6.3 Internal audits shall be performed at least once every 12 months. The frequency of internal audits may be reduced if the certification body can demonstrate that its management system continues to be effectively implemented according to PS Halal standard, PNAC guidelines for HCB’s and has proven stability. 12.6.4 The certification body shall ensure that a) internal audits are conducted by qualified personnel knowledgeable in certification, auditing and the requirements of PS Halal standard, PNAC guidelines for HCB’s, b) auditors do not audit their own work,
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