Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor Course Overview

To ensure a comprehensive understanding and the ability to effectively participate in the Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor course, the following minimum prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic knowledge of food safety concepts: Familiarity with the fundamental principles of food safety management is essential to grasp the advanced concepts taught in the course.

  
  

• Understanding of ISO 22000 requirements: Prior knowledge of the ISO 22000 standard's requirements will be beneficial as the course builds upon these principles.

  
  

• Experience in the food industry: Practical experience in food production, processing, quality control, or other relevant roles within the food industry will enhance the learning experience.

  
  

• Familiarity with management systems: An understanding of how management systems operate, including the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, will be advantageous.

  
  

• Audit experience (recommended but not mandatory): Previous experience with auditing processes can help, although it is not a strict prerequisite for this course.

  
  

Please note that the above prerequisites are suggested to ensure a successful learning outcome. However, individuals with a strong desire to learn about food safety management systems and auditing are also welcomed to enroll.

Target Audience for Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor

1. The Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor course equips professionals with the expertise to conduct food safety management system audits.

   
   

2. Target audience for the Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor course includes:

   
   

• Food Safety Managers
• Quality Assurance Specialists
• Compliance Officers
• Consultants specializing in food safety
• Technical and Quality Managers
• Certification Bodies Auditors
• Operations Managers within the food industry
• Risk Management Professionals dealing with food safety
• Internal Auditors responsible for maintaining FSMS
• Product Safety Inspectors
• Supply Chain Management Professionals in the food sector
• Professionals aiming to become Lead Auditors
• Regulatory Affairs Managers
• Food Safety Certification Bodies Staff
• Process Improvement Consultants working with food sector clients

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor?

1. This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to perform first, second, and third-party audits of FSMS against ISO 22000:2018, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.

2. Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the key concepts and requirements of ISO 22000:2018 for a food safety management system.
• Gain insights into the ISO 22000 food safety management principles and their application within the food supply chain.
• Learn how to interpret the requirements of ISO 22000:2018 to assess an organization's ability to manage food safety hazards and ensure food safety.
• Develop the skills necessary to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on an FSMS audit in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.
• Recognize the types of audits and their role in the management systems and compliance structure.
• Acquire the expertise to initiate an audit, prepare and conduct audit activities, compile and distribute audit reports, and complete follow-up activities.
• Enhance personal analytical skills and decision-making abilities in the context of FSMS auditing.
• Gain practical experience in applying audit protocols, following audit trails, and managing audit interviews and documentation.
• Understand how to assess the effectiveness of an organization's food safety management system and its compliance with ISO 22000 requirements.
• Prepare for and attain the Certified ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Lead Auditor certification to demonstrate proficiency in FSMS auditing.