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IIA-CIA-PART2 · Question #19

New environmental regulations require the board to certify that the organization's reported pollutant emissions data is accurate. The chief audit executive (CAE) is planning an audit to provide…

The correct answer is B. The environmental, health, and safety manager. The most important group or individual for the CAE to consult to determine the scope of the audit regarding compliance with new environmental regulations is the environmental, health, and safety manager. This individual or group has specialized knowledge about the…

Planning the Engagement

Question

New environmental regulations require the board to certify that the organization's reported pollutant emissions data is accurate. The chief audit executive (CAE) is planning an audit to provide assurance over the organization's compliance with the environmental regulations. Which of the following groups or individuals is most important for the CAE to consult to determine the scope of the audit?

Options

  • AThe audit committee of the board.
  • BThe environmental, health, and safety manager.
  • CThe organization's external environmental lawyers.
  • DThe organization's insurance department.

How the community answered

(35 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • B
    83% (29)
  • C
    6% (2)
  • D
    9% (3)

Explanation

The most important group or individual for the CAE to consult to determine the scope of the audit regarding compliance with new environmental regulations is the environmental, health, and safety manager. This individual or group has specialized knowledge about the organization's operations, regulatory requirements, and existing controls related to environmental compliance. Consulting with the environmental, health, and safety manager ensures that the audit scope is comprehensive and accurately addresses the pertinent risks and compliance requirements.

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#audit scope#environmental compliance#subject matter expert#regulatory assurance

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