ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety Management Lead Auditor

The ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety Management Lead Auditor course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform and lead audits of food safety management systems (FSMS) against the ISO 22000:2018 standard. This course covers the principles and practices of auditing, focusing on the food safety sector. Participants will learn how to plan, execute, report, and follow up on audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and best practices.

Learning Objectives

Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 22000:2018 for food safety management.
Learn how to conduct an audit in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021-1 standards.
Develop the expertise to plan, execute, report, and follow up on audits of food safety management systems.
Acquire the skills needed to evaluate the effectiveness of an FSMS in managing food safety risks.
Master the techniques required to lead an audit team and effectively communicate audit findings.

Course Content:

Module1: Introduction to ISO 22000:2018 and Food Safety Management

Overview of the principles and requirements of ISO 22000:2018
Understanding the importance of food safety management systems in the food industry
Review of the Food safety management system requirements
Introduction to ISO 22000:2018 and its significance in the food industry

Module2: Audit Planning and Preparation

Understanding the audit process and its importance in food safety management
Audit planning and preparation techniques
Development of an audit plan and checklist
Review of documentation and records related to food safety management
Group discussion: Planning and preparing for an audit

Module3: Conducting an Audit

Conducting an audit: Introduction, observation, interview, and documentation review
Using audit tools and techniques: Checklists, questionnaires, and scoring systems
Identifying non-conformities and developing corrective actions
Reporting findings and providing recommendations

Target Audience

Food Safety Managers and Quality Control Professionals: Those responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of food products within organizations will benefit from this certification.
Internal Auditors: Professionals involved in conducting internal food safety audits within organizations looking to improve their food safety management systems.
Food Industry Professionals: Those working in food manufacturing, processing, packaging, distribution, and retail who are involved in food safety compliance.
Regulatory and Compliance Officers: Individuals working with food safety regulations, either in government or within organizations, who need to understand ISO 22000 standards and auditing processes.