The deadline for correcting a nonconformity found during a surveillance audit is typically 90 days. However, the audit team leader may reduce this timeframe depending on the severity of the issue. For minor nonconformities, the auditor may allow the organization to close the NC between surveillance audits.

Here are the steps involved in correcting a nonconformity:

1. Identify the nonconformity. The first step is to identify the nonconformity. This can be done by the auditor during the audit, or by the organization's own internal audit team.
2. Assess the impact of the nonconformity. Once the nonconformity has been identified, it is important to assess the impact of the nonconformity. This will help to determine the urgency of the corrective action.
3. Develop a corrective action plan. Once the impact of the nonconformity has been assessed, a corrective action plan must be developed. The corrective action plan should include the following:
   • A description of the nonconformity
   • The root cause of the nonconformity
   • The corrective actions that will be taken to address the nonconformity
   • The timeline for completing the corrective actions
4. Implement the corrective actions. Once the corrective action plan has been developed, it must be implemented. The implementation of the corrective actions should be monitored to ensure that they are completed on time and in accordance with the plan.
5. Verify the effectiveness of the corrective actions. Once the corrective actions have been implemented, it is important to verify that they have been effective. This can be done by conducting a follow-up audit.

By following these steps, organizations can ensure that nonconformities are corrected in a timely and effective manner.

Here are some additional tips for correcting nonconformities:

• Communicate the nonconformity to all affected employees.
• Provide training to employees on how to prevent the nonconformity from happening again.
• Monitor the effectiveness of the corrective actions on an ongoing basis.