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Training content
Overview
This course has been designed to enable those who will conduct audits within the scope of FSSC 22000 to understand the FSSC 22000 structure, audit approach and fundamental auditor practices.
Who Should Attend?
- FSSC 22000 auditors and auditor candidates
- Internal auditors
- Food safety team leaders
- Quality and food safety managers
- Certification body technical personnel
Objectives and Outcomes
Training Objective
To enable participants to evaluate FSSC 22000 requirements from an auditor’s perspective, gather objective evidence and accurately formulate audit findings.
By the End of the Training
Participants will be able to:
- Explain the structure of the FSSC 22000 system.
- Prepare an audit plan.
- Gather objective evidence.
- Evaluate conformity and nonconformities.
- Accurately document audit findings.
- Conduct opening and closing meetings.
- Prepare an audit report.
Programme and Method
Overview of the FSSC 22000 System
- FSSC 22000 structure and scope
- Relationship with ISO 22000
- FSSC additional requirements
- Certification and audit approach
Audit Planning
- Audit objectives and scope
- Audit criteria
- Preparation of the audit plan
- Preliminary review of documents
Audit Techniques
- Personnel interviews
- On-site observations
- Review of documents and records
- Sampling
- Gathering objective evidence
Audit Findings and Reporting
- Evaluation of conformities and nonconformities
- Documenting nonconformities
- Evaluation of corrective actions
- Preparation of the audit report
Training Method
The training is delivered through:
- subject presentations,
- audit examples,
- case studies,
- exercises in documenting nonconformities
Attendance and Certificate
Attendance
Participants are advised to have a basic knowledge of food safety management systems and FSSC 22000.
Certificate Rules
Participants who meet the required attendance criteria for the training will be issued the relevant certificate.
Participants who pass the examination will be entitled to a certificate of achievement.
FAQ and Resources
Who is FSSC 22000 auditor training suitable for?
It is suitable for professionals involved in FSSC 22000 audits, internal audits or food safety management system assessments.
Is the training practical?
Yes. Audit planning, the evaluation of objective evidence and examples of writing nonconformities are covered during the training.
Is prior knowledge of FSSC 22000 required?
Basic knowledge of FSSC 22000 and food safety management systems will help participants follow the training more effectively.
Resources
- FSSC 22000 Scheme
- ISO 22000
- FSSC additional requirements
- ISO 19011 Auditing Guidelines