ISO 22000:2018 (Lead Auditor)

ISO 22000 FSMS Auditor / Lead Auditor training course sets out the criteria for a systematic approach to controlling food safety hazards and ensuring that food is safe for consumption. Through this course, you will learn the tools and techniques of how to plan, lead and report audits within your own organization, your suppliers or third party organizations.

Objectives

The primary objectives of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) are:

  • Ensure food safety: Protect consumers from harmful food products.
  • Prevent contamination: Identify and control hazards throughout the food chain.
  • Reduce risk: Minimize foodborne illness and injury.
  • Meet regulations: Comply with local, national, and international food safety standards.
  • Enhance credibility: Demonstrate commitment to food safety, increasing customer trust.
  • Improve efficiency: Streamline processes, reducing costs and improving productivity.
  • Continual improvement: Regularly assess and improve FSMS effectiveness.

Course Duration and Fee:

This is a five-day intensive course and fee covers training course manual and welfare.

Who should attend

The Food Safety Management System Lead Auditor Course is designed for individuals who want to become lead auditors or audit team leaders in food safety management. Here are some professionals who should attend:

  • Food Safety Managers
  • Quality Assurance Managers
  • Regulatory Compliance Officers
  • Food Industry Professionals
  • Auditors and Audit Team Leaders
  • Consultants and Trainers
  • Food Safety Team Members
  • Production Managers
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Anyone seeking to become a certified lead auditor

Prerequisites

To enroll in a Food Safety Management Systems Lead Auditor Course, typical prerequisites include:

  • Basic knowledge of food safety principles and concepts.
  • Familiarity with ISO 22000:2018 or similar food safety management standards.
  • Completion of a food safety training course (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000).
  • Work experience in the food industry (recommended but not always required).
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a relevant field (e.g., food science, microbiology).
  • Proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
  • Completion of a Lead Auditor Training Course (for those with no auditing experience).
  • Basic knowledge of auditing principles and concepts (ISO 19011).
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, FSMA, EU food safety regulations).

Content

Here’s an outline of the contents for a Food Safety Management Systems Lead Auditor Course:

  • Introduction to Food Safety Management Systems
  • Food Safety Fundamentals
  • ISO 22000/FSSC 22000 Standards
  • Risk Management and HACCP
  • Auditing Principles and Practices
  • Leading Audit Teams
  • Audit Planning and Preparation
  • Conducting Audits
  • Reporting and Follow-Up
  • Maintenance and Continual Improvement
  • Case Studies and Group Exercises

Course Duration & Fee

This is a five-day intensive course and fee covers training course manual and welfare.

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