CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 22000:2018 Lead Auditor Classroom Training

This intensive five-day classroom training equips you with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to excel as a lead auditor in Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS). You'll master the auditing principles, procedures, and techniques necessary to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on FSMS audits against ISO 22000:2018 requirements, in accordance with ISO 19011. This course is designed to provide a deep understanding of auditing methodologies, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and best practices in food safety management.

What You Will Learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Describe the purpose of an FSMS and its standards, management system audits, and third-party certification.
2. Explain the role of an auditor in planning, conducting, reporting, and following up on an FSMS audit in accordance with ISO 19011.
3. Plan, conduct, report, and follow up on an audit of an FSMS to establish conformity (or otherwise) with ISO 22000 in accordance with ISO 19011.
4. Apply the concept of product and process risk to audit findings.
5. Conduct hazard analysis, risk assessment, and implement risk-based preventive measures within the framework of ISO 22000:2018 for the food sector.
6. Understand the connection between food safety management and the safeguarding of food product safety and quality.
7. Get familiar with key terms, concepts, and principles outlined in ISO 22000:2018 specific to food safety management.
8. Apply a process-based approach in FSMS auditing tailored for the food sector.
9. Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the structure and content of ISO 22000:2018 for effective food safety management in the food sector.
10. Identify food safety hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures to ensure the safety and quality of food products.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

1. Experienced food safety professionals seeking advanced auditing skills in FSMS specific to the food sector.
2. Individuals pursuing certification as lead auditors in ISO 22000:2018 food safety management systems.
3. Companies focused on strengthening their teams with FSMS auditing skills to ensure regulatory compliance and safety in the food sector.
4. Professionals seeking career advancement in food safety management, compliance, and quality assurance roles within the food industry.
5. Quality managers in food production facilities.
6. Food safety team members.
7. Regulatory compliance professionals.
8. Consultants working with food businesses.
9. Anyone responsible for implementing or maintaining food safety systems.
10. Professionals looking to become third-party auditors.
11. Auditors interested in performing and leading food safety management system audits.
12. Managers or consultants interested in mastering the food safety management system audit process.
13. Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to the FSMS requirements in an organization.
14. Technical experts interested in preparing for a food safety management system audit.
15. Expert advisors in food safety management.

Training Format and Duration

Format: Intensive classroom-based learning.

Duration: 5 days (40 hours).

Benefits of the Training

1. Enhanced Expertise: Gain comprehensive knowledge of ISO 22000:2018 standards and auditing principles.
2. Globally Recognized Skills: Develop auditing skills recognized across the global food industry.
3. Improved Food Safety Performance: Acquire skills to assess food safety performance, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and fostering consumer trust.
4. Career Advancement: Open doors to new job opportunities in food safety management and auditing, demonstrating your competency in ensuring food safety standards.
5. Practical Learning: Develop hands-on auditing skills through real-world simulations, case studies, and interactive exercises tailored for the food sector.
6. Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest industry standards, enhancing your professional appeal within the food industry.
7. Internal Expertise Development: Having team members trained as lead auditors means your organization can conduct thorough internal audits without depending on external consultants.
8. Stronger Food Safety Culture: Trained auditors help instill a culture where food safety becomes everyone’s responsibility, not just a compliance checkbox.
9. Competitive Advantage: Having certified lead auditors on staff signals to customers and business partners that your organization takes food safety seriously.
10. Reduced Risk: Professional auditors identify potential issues before they become serious problems, protecting both consumers and the organization’s reputation.