Aitchandness inc, manufactures safety footwear and other items of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Follow-up audits verify that corrective actions have been implemented effectively and address the root cause of the nonconformities.

Analysis of Options:

A. Review the latest emergency response drill report: Correct. This verifies whether emergency response processes are functional and effective.

B. Check if the internal audit schedule was revised: Incorrect. While beneficial, this is not directly related to closing out the nonconformity.

C. Check safety data sheets for completeness: Incorrect. While this ensures compliance, it is not directly related to verifying corrective actions.

D. Check if revised procedures were signed off: Correct. This confirms that changes were properly documented and approved.

E. Determine whether an updated risk assessment was carried out: Correct. Risk assessments confirm the effectiveness of new controls.

F. Inspect areas for safe chemical storage and handling: Correct. Direct observation ensures that corrective actions are implemented effectively.

G. Interview staff on revised emergency procedures: Incorrect. While important, this does not directly address the effectiveness of corrective actions for chemical storage.

H. Interview the OH and S Manager about additional objectives: Incorrect. This is unrelated to the specific nonconformities raised.

ISO References:

Clause 10.2.2: Verification of corrective actions.

Clause 8.1.2: Hazard identification and controls.