ISO 22301 Audit Checklist – Free BCMS Assessment

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This ISO 22301 audit checklist supports you in evaluating your business continuity management system against international standards and identify critical gaps before they become major problems. You can assess different clauses of the standard, from organizational context to continuous improvement processes.

The Federal Alliance for Safe Homes reports that 40% of businesses fail to reopen after a disaster, and an additional 25% shut down within the following year. With this audit tool, you’ll strengthen your organization’s resilience by ensuring your business continuity plans are robust, tested, and compliant with ISO 22301 requirements.

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Organization Context

Has the organization determined the external and internal issues that are relevant to its purpose and its strategic direction and that affect its ability to achieve the intended outcome(s) of its business continuity management system?

Has the organization determined the interested parties that are relevant to the business continuity management system and the requirements of these interested parties?

Has the organization determined the scope of the business continuity management system?

Leadership

Has top management demonstrated leadership and commitment with respect to the business continuity management system?

Has top management established the business continuity policy?

Has top management assigned the roles, responsibilities and authorities for relevant roles within the business continuity management system?

Planning

Has the organization established the business continuity objectives at relevant functions and levels?

Has the organization determined and addressed the risks and opportunities that need to be addressed to ensure the business continuity management system can achieve its intended outcome(s), prevent or reduce undesired effects, and achieve continual improvement?

Has the organization planned actions to address these risks and opportunities, and integrated them into the business continuity management system processes?

Support

Has the organization determined and provided the necessary resources needed for the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of the business continuity management system?

Has the organization ensured that persons doing work under the organization's control who are relevant to the business continuity management system are aware of the business continuity policy, their contribution to the effectiveness of the business continuity management system, and the implications of not conforming with the business continuity management system requirements?

Has the organization maintained documented information to the extent necessary to have confidence that the business continuity management system processes have been carried out as planned?

Operation

Has the organization planned, implemented and controlled the processes needed to meet the requirements of the business continuity management system?

Has the organization established, implemented and maintained a business impact analysis and risk assessment process?

Has the organization established, implemented and maintained a business continuity strategy and plans to address the identified risks and ensure the continuity of critical activities?

Performance Evaluation

Has the organization determined what needs to be monitored and measured for the business continuity management system?

Has the organization evaluated the business continuity management system's performance and the effectiveness of the business continuity plans?

Has the organization conducted internal audits at planned intervals to provide information on whether the business continuity management system conforms to the organization's own requirements for its business continuity management system and the requirements of ISO 22301?

Improvement

Has the organization determined and selected opportunities for improvement and implemented any necessary actions to meet the requirements of ISO 22301 and to achieve the intended outcomes of the business continuity management system?

Has the organization reacted to the nonconformity and, as applicable, taken action to control and correct it and deal with the consequences?

Has the organization reviewed the effectiveness of any corrective action taken?

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between this ISO 22301 checklist and other business continuity templates?

This checklist specifically follows the clauses of ISO 22301:2019, focusing on auditing your existing business continuity management system against the standard. Other templates might address business impact analysis, risk assessment, or continuity planning individually, while this provides a comprehensive evaluation framework covering the standard in one tool.

How do I address non-conformities identified through the ISO 22301 audit checklist?

Document each non-conformity with specific details about the gap, its location, and the relevant clause. Analyze root causes rather than just symptoms. You can then develop corrective actions with clear ownership and realistic timelines. Follow up systematically to verify that implemented solutions are effective and prevent recurrence of the issue.

What preparation should I do before using this ISO 22301 audit checklist?

Review the standard requirements and your organization’s BCMS documentation. Next, brief your audit team on the checklist structure and scoring methodology, schedule interviews with key personnel, ensure access to necessary records. Don’t forget to prepare a communication plan for sharing preliminary findings, and allocate sufficient time for evidence review during the audit.

How can I customize this ISO 22301 audit checklist for my organization?

Adjust the assessment criteria to reflect your organization’s size, industry, and risk profile. Add organization-specific questions that address unique processes or regulatory requirements. Modify the scoring system if needed, but maintain alignment with ISO 22301 requirements. Consider adding references to your internal policies and procedures for easier verification.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.