CQI‑IRCA Food Safety Management System ISO 22000:2018 Lead Auditor – Course No. 2339
S3IWorld, in association with IQMS Learning UK, offers the Food Safety Lead Auditor course. Aimed at all organizations in the food and feed industries – regardless of size or sector – ISO 22000:2018 translates Food Safety Management into a continuously improving process. It takes a precautionary approach to food safety by helping to identify, prevent, and reduce foodborne hazards within the food and feed chains.
The 2018 version brings clarity of understanding and offers dynamic control of food safety hazards by combining the following generally recognized key elements: interactive communication, systems management, Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs), and the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
This intensive, challenging, and highly interactive CQI and IRCA Certified training program is designed for individuals who require an in‑depth understanding of the knowledge and skills needed to perform first‑, second‑, and third‑party audits of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) against ISO 22000. Many of the skills acquired on this course can also be applied to auditing other Food Safety Management Systems.
Duration
5 days – 09:00 – 18:00
Who Should Attend?
This course satisfies the training requirements for those who wish to register as a food safety system lead auditor with the CQI and IRCA Certified training under the food safety auditor scheme. It is also intended for:
- Food safety professionals responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a Food Safety Management System that meets the requirements of ISO 22000
- Food safety auditors looking to enhance their auditing knowledge and skills, or seeking formal recognition for the skills and knowledge they already possess
- Auditors from any organization in the food chain who need to lead audits and audit teams – both within their own organization and in others (such as suppliers) – where there is a requirement to audit Food Safety Management Systems against ISO 22000
Prior Knowledge
Attendees are expected to have prior knowledge of the following:
- The principles of food safety management, including prerequisite programs and HACCP
- The Plan‑Do‑Check‑Act (PDCA) cycle
- The relationship between food safety management and the provision of safe food
- Awareness of common examples of relevant national and local FSMS legislation (in the food sector and country relevant to the delegate)
- Knowledge of the requirements of ISO 22000 and commonly used food safety management terms and definitions
Course Content
- The PDCA cycle and its use within an FSMS
- Terms and definitions used in ISO 22000 prerequisite standards
- Maintaining and retaining documented information
- The relationship between ISO 22000 and the ISO 22002 series of prerequisite standards
- First‑, second‑, and third‑party audits
- Benefits of third‑party accredited certification
- The audit process
- Auditor responsibilities
- Planning and conducting an audit
- Auditing Food Safety Management System requirements
- Generating audit findings
- Reporting and following up on an audit
- Discussion of the content and relationship of FSSC with ISO 22000
- Discussion of the broadened prerequisites of ISO 22000 and the additional requirements needed to meet GFSI‑recognized certification
What Are the Benefits?
This course is designed not only to help participants perform food safety audits but also to develop a wider understanding of food safety management system design and implementation. It will help delegates understand how HACCP can be embedded into an organization’s Food Safety Management System.
Successful completion of the course and achieving the required 70% pass mark will satisfy the formal training requirements for those wishing to register as an Auditor, Lead Auditor, or Principal Auditor with CQI and IRCA Certified training under the food safety auditor scheme.
In‑House Courses
In‑house courses offer better value for money and can be tailored to closely match your specific requirements.
Style of Delivery and Course Leaders
Our course leaders are professional practitioners in the food sector, as well as being qualified, registered, and experienced auditors. They have extensive knowledge across a wide variety of food industry organizations – including primary food processing, food manufacturing, retailing, and catering. They have gained experience within high‑profile organizations and fully understand the range of technical, legislative, and people challenges facing those responsible for delivering robust food safety management systems and customer confidence.
Examination & Certification
Delegates who successfully complete the course, including the examination, will be awarded a CQI and IRCA training‑accredited certificate.