Course Description
This intensive 5-day ISO 22000 Lead Auditor course provides comprehensive training on auditing Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) based on ISO 22000:2018 requirements. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of FSMS principles, ISO 22000 standard clauses, and develop practical skills to plan, conduct, and lead FSMS audits effectively.
Learning Objectives
- Understand ISO 22000:2018 requirements and their application in FSMS audits
- Develop skills to plan, conduct, and report FSMS audits
- Learn to identify and write nonconformities and follow-up on corrective actions
- Gain expertise in leading audit teams and managing the audit process
- Understand the certification process and auditor responsibilities
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction to FSMS and ISO 22000
- Overview of food safety management and ISO 22000:2018
- FSMS principles and process approach
- ISO 22000:2018 clauses and requirements
- PDCA cycle in food safety management
Day 2: Audit Principles and Preparation
- Types of audits and audit principles
- Roles and responsibilities of lead auditors
- Audit planning and preparation
- Developing audit checklists and work documents
Day 3: Conducting the Audit
- Opening meeting and communication techniques
- Gathering and verifying information
- Generating audit findings and conclusions
- Identifying and writing nonconformities
Day 4: Audit Reporting and Follow-up
- Preparing the audit report
- Conducting the closing meeting
- Evaluating corrective actions
- Audit program management and continuous improvement
Day 5: Lead Auditor Responsibilities and Certification
- Managing the audit team
- Conflict resolution and ethical considerations
- Certification process and auditor qualification
- Final exam and course wrap-up
Practical Wins for Participants
- Ability to plan and conduct ISO 22000 audits independently
- Skills to lead audit teams and manage the audit process effectively
- Expertise in identifying nonconformities and evaluating corrective actions
- Qualification to pursue ISO 22000 Lead Auditor certification
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
