ISO 22000 Lead Implementer Training Overview
The ISO 22000 Lead Implementer Course delivers comprehensive training on building and managing Food Safety Management Systems based on ISO 22000:2018. Designed for food safety professionals, quality managers, and consultants, the course covers implementation strategy, hazard controls, documentation, and performance evaluation. It provides a roadmap to achieve certification and long-term food safety compliance within an organisation.
Key Topics Covered
Understanding ISO 22000: Framework, clauses, and the role of FSMS in food safety and compliance
FSMS Implementation Planning: Steps to develop, document, and deploy a food safety system
HACCP & Risk Management: Integrating hazard analysis, CCPs, and preventive controls
Monitoring, Evaluation & Improvement: Managing internal audits, corrective actions, and performance reviews
Course Benefits
Strategic Capability: Develop the skills to lead FSMS implementation projects
Regulatory Compliance: Supports meeting legal and industry food safety requirements
Operational Improvement: Enables consistent food safety practices across the supply chain
Career Progression: Suitable for food safety leaders, managers, and consultants
This course is designed for professionals responsible for implementing food safety frameworks, including:
Food Safety and Quality Managers
Compliance Officers
HACCP Coordinators
FSMS Consultants
Food Production Supervisors
Operations Leaders involved in food safety management
ISO 22000 Lead Implementer 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
What You’ll Learn in this Course
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Interpret ISO 22000 requirements for implementation
- Design and document a compliant Food Safety Management System
- Apply HACCP principles and risk-based thinking in FSMS development
- Lead an implementation project from initiation to certification readiness
- Promote continual improvement and food safety culture across operations
What’s Included
ISO 22000 Lead Implementer Examination
Expert-led training by certified professionals
ISO 22000 Lead Implementer Certificate
Comprehensive digital delegate materials
ISO 22000 Lead Implementer Training Exam Details
To achieve the ISO 22000 Lead Implementer 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 the ISO 22000 Lead Implementer Course?
This course trains professionals to design
and implement Food Safety Management Systems in alignment with ISO 22000.
Is prior experience with ISO 22000 necessary?
Yes, a foundational understanding of food
safety and ISO 22000 is recommended for this advanced-level course.
How long is the course?
It is typically delivered over three days
and includes practical case studies, documentation work, and a final exam.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, successful delegates receive an ISO
22000 Lead Implementer Certificate.
Does the course cover HACCP?
Yes, HACCP principles are integrated throughout the course, as they are essential to FSMS implementation.