ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Training
Gain expert-level skills to audit Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS). This course equips professionals to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on ISO 22000 audits in line with international standards.
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ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Training Overview
The ISO 22000 Lead Auditor course offers in-depth training on auditing Food Safety Management Systems based on ISO 22000. It is ideal for food safety professionals, quality managers, and compliance officers who aim to lead internal and external audits. The course focuses on audit methodology, food safety hazards, regulatory alignment, and best practices in the food industry.
Key Topics Covered
Understanding ISO 22000: Structure, objectives, and FSMS framework for food safety
Audit Principles & Practices: Guidelines for audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up
Food Safety Hazards & Risk Control: Identification and management of biological, chemical, and physical risks
Regulatory and Legal Requirements: Aligning FSMS audits with food laws and global compliance expectations
Course Benefits
Professional Recognition: Globally respected certification in food safety auditing
Audit Competency: Gain skills to lead audits independently or as part of a certification body
Cross-Industry Relevance: Applicable in food processing, catering, packaging, and logistics
Improved Compliance: Help organisations reduce food safety risks and meet regulatory standards
This course is ideal for professionals responsible for auditing or managing food safety systems, including:
Lead Auditors and Internal Auditors
Food Safety and Quality Managers
HACCP Team Leaders
Compliance and Regulatory Officers
Consultants working in food safety
ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Training Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Food Safety
- Use and Function of Food
- What is Food Safety?
- Aim of Food Safety
- Cost of Poor Food Safety
- Benefits of Good Food Safety
- Food Poisoning and Food Diseases
- Important Principles in Food Hygiene and Safety
Module 2: Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
- What is FSMS?
- Determining the Scope of the FSMS
- FSMS Principles
- Process Approach
- Risk-Based Thinking
Module 3: Implementation Plan of an FSMS
- Planning
- Creating and Documenting a Food Safety Plan
- Executing and Evaluating the Plan
Module 4: Implementation of an FSMS
- International Standard ISO 22000:2005 Food Safety Management System
- Research Methodology
- Research Problem and Objectives
- Methodology Design
- Development of PRPS, HACCP System and Integration with Standards
- Ethical Consideration
Module 5: Organisational Planning and Control Clauses of ISO 22000
- Plan (FSMS)
- Do (FSMS)
- Check (FSMS)
- Act (FSMS)
Module 6: Internal Management System Audit
- Conduct an Internal Audit of the Functioning of the Organisation and the Activities Having an Impact on Food Safety
- Evaluate the Overall Performance of the Organisation and Decisions Made to Improve the FSMS
- Improve the System
Module 7: Introduction to HACCP
- Concept of the HACCP System
- HACCP Methodology
Module 8: Performance Evaluation and Continual Improvement
- Evaluation of the System at Different Levels
- Analysis of Audit Results
- Environmental, Food, and Water Samples
Module 9: Audit Principles
- International Auditing
- Audit Market
- Ethics of Professional Accountants
- Understanding the Entity, Risk, Assessment and Materiality
Module 10: Preparation and Initiation for an ISO 22000 Audit
- General Requirements
- Documentation Requirements
Module 11: On-Site Audit Activities
- Audit Team Preparation Meeting
- Opening Meeting
- Orientation Tour
- Detailed Evaluation
- Management Interviews
- Worker Interviews
- Analysis of Findings
- Daily Wrap Up Meetings
- Closing Meetings
Module 12: Closing of the Audit
- Closing Statement
- Audit Report
- Follow Up
- Closing of Audits at Subscribers of Real Time Information or Service Facilitators
What You’ll Learn in this Course
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Lead and manage full FSMS audits in accordance with ISO 22000
- Assess compliance with food safety standards and legal frameworks
- Evaluate control measures and hazard responses
- Prepare detailed audit reports and recommend corrective actions
- Support continual improvement in food safety practices
What’s Included
ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Examination
Expert-led training by certified professionals
ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Certificate
Comprehensive digital delegate materials
ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Training Exam Details
To achieve the ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Training, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows:
Question Type: Multiple Choice
Total Questions: 30
Total Marks: 30 Marks
Pass Mark: 50%, or 15/30 Marks
Duration: 40 Minutes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Training?
This course prepares professionals to conduct and lead audits of Food Safety Management Systems based on ISO 22000 standards.
Do I need to have prior experience?
Yes, a solid understanding of ISO 22000 and food safety management is recommended for this advanced-level course.
How long is the course?
This is a five-day intensive course including
theory, group work, real-world audit scenarios, and a final assessment.
Is there a certificate?
Yes, delegates who pass the examination
receive the ISO 22000 Lead Auditor Certificate, demonstrating their auditing
competence.
Does this course include HACCP elements?
Yes, the course incorporates HACCP
principles as part of food safety risk assessment and control evaluations.
