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Understand the scheme
Purpose of an FSMS, FSSC 22000 requirements, terminology and certification fundamentals.
CQI | IRCA CERTIFIED • PR380 • COURSE ID 2868
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Lead Auditor Course
Develop the knowledge and practical auditing skills required to perform first-, second- and third-party audits of Food Safety Management Systems against the FSSC 22000 Version 7 scheme.
✓ 5 days / 40 hours✓ Practical exercises & workshops✓ Classroom / Virtual
Course overview
Develop competence to lead FSSC 22000 food safety audits
The course covers the FSSC 22000 Version 7 scheme, including ISO 22000, sector-specific prerequisite programme requirements and FSSC additional requirements, together with applicable audit guidance and certification-system requirements.
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Plan the audit
Set audit criteria, prepare the audit and apply risk-based thinking to the audit process.
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Conduct effectively
Evaluate objective evidence, hazard controls, PRPs, FSMS processes and scheme requirements.
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Report & follow up
Generate audit findings, communicate conclusions, report audits and follow up actions.
Benefits & learning outcomes
What participants will learn
- Audit an FSMS against FSSC 22000 Version 7, including ISO 22000:2018 and applicable prerequisite programme requirements.
- Understand key elements and application of ISO 22003-1, ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 19011.
- Plan an audit against a defined set of audit criteria.
- Execute a Food Safety Management System audit.
- Establish conformity or otherwise with FSSC 22000.
- Create clear, concise and relevant audit reports.
- Communicate audit findings and follow up.
Learning journey
Core course curriculum
FSMS fundamentals
Purpose, standards, business benefits, PDCA, terminology and documented information.
Food safety controls
HACCP, prerequisite programmes and the relationship between ISO 22000, PRPs and FSSC 22000.
Audit preparation
Auditor roles, audit process, planning, criteria and first-, second- and third-party audits.
Audit execution
Evidence evaluation, communication, practical exercises, hard and soft audit skills.
Reporting & follow-up
Audit findings, conformity evaluation, reporting, communication and follow-up.
FSSC Version 7 additional-requirement focus: The course brochure includes management of services and purchased materials, food defense, food fraud prevention, allergen management, environmental monitoring, food safety and quality culture, quality control, product labelling and printed materials, transport/storage/warehousing, enhanced hazard control, PRP verification, product design and development, traceability, equipment management, food loss and waste, communication and multi-site certification requirements.
Evaluation & certification
Continuous assessment plus examination
Continuous assessment
Delegates are assessed on progress through the course exercises.
Examination
Classroom exam: 2 hours; virtual exam: 2 hours; or CQI e-assessment: 1 hour 45 minutes, depending on delivery mode.
Successful completion
Delegates who successfully complete both elements receive a Certificate of Achievement and satisfy the formal training requirement specified in the supplied PR380 course brochure.
Who should attend
For professionals responsible for implementing, maintaining, improving or auditing an FSMS
Food Safety Managers
QA / QC Professionals
Internal Auditors
FSMS Coordinators
Food Manufacturing Professionals
Consultants & Trainers
Course enquiry
Request the next batch schedule, fees and enrolment details
Contact HGP Training Center for confirmed dates, delivery mode, seat availability and current enrolment information.
WhatsApp / Call: +91 9687458117Alternate: +91 7043430680Email: admin@hgptrainingcenter.inAlternate Email: hgptrainingcenter@gmail.comVenue: HGP Training Center, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
FAQ
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Lead Auditor course questions
What is PR380?
PR380 is the CQI and IRCA course reference for the FSSC 22000 Version 7 Lead Auditor Training Course.
What is the course duration?
The supplied PR380 course brochure specifies five days and 40 hours.
What types of audits are covered?
The course aims to develop skills for first-, second- and third-party audits of food safety management systems against the FSSC 22000 scheme.
What assessment is required?
The supplied course brochure specifies continuous assessment plus an examination. The examination format depends on delivery mode.
What prior knowledge is recommended?
Recommended knowledge includes PDCA, food-chain experience, HACCP and prerequisite programmes, relevant food safety legislation, ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 requirements.