You need this course if...
• You want to perform internal audits Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) against ISO 22000, ISO 22002-1, and the FSSC Scheme additional requirements
• You work in the food sector, and wish to learn how to audit food safety management
systems as an internal auditor
You will learn...
• The underpinning principles and benefits of a FSMS in an organisation’s success
• The principles, processes and techniques used for the assessment and management of food safety hazards
• The importance of aligning food safety specific controls with other general management system controls
• How continual improvement is applied within a FSMS
• The contribution audits make to the effectiveness of a management system
• The roles and responsibilities of a FSMS internal auditor
• About processes, and how to use them to audit the effective implementation of the FSMS
• To prepare thoroughly for audit and the value of process based checklists
• To gather objective evidence through observation, interviewing and reviewing
documentation
• How to relate your audit findings to the policy and objectives of the organisation being audited, including applicable regulations and legislation
• To report your findings accurately against the requirements of ISO 22000
You will need
- Knowledge of ISO 22000 (ideally gained from attending LR’s 1 day ISO 22000 Appreciation and Interpretation course)
- Experience of working in the food supply chain
- Knowledge of the following Food Safety management principles and concepts:
- Implementing or operating a management system within a food sector context. This
includes private schemes such as BRC, GLOBALGAP, FSSC and/or other schemes which
include management system components. - Relevant key food safety legislation (this may be specific to delegates’ food industry
context and location). - Knowledge of prerequisite programmes as specified in ISO/TS 22002-1.
- Good Practice guides for Agriculture (GAP), Veterinary (GVP), Manufacturing (GMP),
Hygiene (GHP), Production (GPP), Distribution (GDP) and/or Trading (GTP) depending on the segment of the food chain in which the student operates. - The principles of HACCP as defined by the Codex Alimentarius Commission.
- To understand the basics of how organisations work and the role of top management
Training from LRQA
With LRQA, you can access a wide range of courses to help you further your career and bring improvements to the management systems in your organisation. With many learning styles to choose from, our training courses can help you develop and reach your next level. Find out more about Training Courses from LRQA.
Your future development
• FSSC ISO 22000 Auditor/Lead Auditor
• OH&S, EMS or QMS Auditor/Lead Auditor conversion courses
• Tutored Audits (coached live audit at your company)
• See our Business Improvement courses
Course length
Two Days
In-house
If you are looking for a course for four or more people, you may find our in-house option more cost-effective. Contact the team for a quote.
Customised
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