CQI and IRCA Certified ISO/EN 15593 Lead Auditor Classroom Training

Strengthen Hygiene Management in Food Packaging Through Effective Auditing

In the food supply chain, packaging plays a critical role in maintaining product safety and integrity. Poor hygiene practices in packaging production can lead to contamination risks, regulatory issues, and loss of consumer trust. Organizations must ensure that hygiene management systems are effectively implemented and maintained.

The CQI & IRCA Certified ISO/EN 15593 Lead Auditor Classroom Training is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform first, second, and third-party audits of hygiene management systems for food packaging manufacturers.

Participants will learn how to evaluate hygiene controls, assess contamination risks, and verify compliance with ISO/EN 15593 requirements. Through structured guidance and practical exercises, this course prepares individuals to plan, conduct, and report audits that ensure safe and hygienic packaging processes.

Why This Training Is Important

Food packaging safety is a key component of overall food safety. ISO/EN 15593 provides internationally recognized requirements for hygiene management systems in the production of food packaging materials.

Lead auditors play a vital role in verifying that hygiene controls are effectively implemented, monitored, and maintained. Their audits help organizations prevent contamination, comply with regulatory requirements, and meet customer expectations.

This training enables professionals to develop the competence required to audit hygiene management systems and support organizations in maintaining high standards of food packaging safety.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this training program, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the structure, intent, and key requirements of ISO/EN 15593
2. Interpret hygiene management principles and contamination control measures
3. Apply auditing principles based on ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021
4. Plan, conduct, and manage first, second, and third-party audits
5. Evaluate hygiene practices, prerequisite programs (PRPs), and control measures
6. Assess risks related to packaging materials, processes, and environments
7. Gather and verify audit evidence through site inspections and documentation review
8. Identify nonconformities and opportunities for improvement
9. Prepare clear and professional audit reports
10. Lead audit teams and manage audit programs effectively

Course Benefits

Participants will gain specialized expertise in food packaging hygiene auditing:

1. Ability to perform effective hygiene management audits as a Lead Auditor
2. Enhanced understanding of contamination risks and control measures
3. Internationally recognized CQI & IRCA certification
4. Improved compliance with food safety and packaging regulations
5. Strengthened product safety and consumer confidence
6. Increased career opportunities in food packaging, quality assurance, and auditing

Course Structure

The training is delivered through a structured classroom format combining theory, practical exercises, and case studies.

Module 1 – Introduction to Hygiene Management Systems

Overview of hygiene principles, ISO/EN 15593 framework, contamination risks, and prerequisite programs (PRPs).

Module 2 – Audit Principles and Planning

Covers auditing principles based on ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, including audit scope, objectives, risk considerations, and audit planning.

Module 3 – Conducting an Audit

Focuses on audit execution, including site inspections, process evaluation, evidence collection, and identification of nonconformities.

Module 4 – Audit Reporting and Follow-Up

Covers reporting of audit findings, communication with stakeholders, corrective action evaluation, and audit closure.

Module 5 – Certification Examination

Participants undertake a CQI & IRCA approved examination to validate their competence as Lead Auditors.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals involved in food packaging, hygiene management, and auditing, including:

1. Internal and external auditors
2. Quality and hygiene managers
3. Food packaging professionals
4. Production and operations managers
5. Compliance and regulatory professionals
6. Consultants and advisors
7. Individuals seeking CQI & IRCA Lead Auditor certification

Prerequisites

Participants are recommended to have:

1. Basic understanding of hygiene and food safety principles
2. Familiarity with ISO standards or management systems
3. Knowledge of packaging or manufacturing processes
4. Prior auditing experience is beneficial but not mandatory.