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Overview
ISO/TS 22003 Food Safety Awareness Training has been designed to provide an understanding of the fundamental principles for the auditing and certification of food safety management systems, certification body requirements and the current ISO 22003 structure.
The training is based on the requirements of ISO 22003-1:2022, which replaced ISO/TS 22003:2013, and also provides a general overview of the ISO 22003-2:2022 structure.
The language of the training is Turkish. The training is delivered online.
About the Training
The training covers the purpose and scope of the ISO 22003 standard, food safety management system certification, food chain categories, the responsibilities of certification bodies, impartiality, personnel and auditor competence, audit duration, audit planning, certification processes and its relationship with ISO 22000.
Who Should Attend?
- Food safety management system auditors
- Auditor and lead auditor candidates
- Certification body personnel
- Technical review and certification personnel
- Audit planning personnel
- Food safety and quality managers
- ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 professionals
- Personnel involved in accreditation and conformity assessment processes
- Management system consultants
Objectives and Outcomes
The aim is for participants to understand the role of ISO 22003 requirements in food safety management system certification, recognise the competence requirements for auditors and certification bodies, and gain awareness of the fundamental principles of auditing and certification processes.
By the End of the Training
Participants will be able to:
- Explain the purpose and scope of the ISO 22003 standard.
- Understand the relationship between ISO/TS 22003:2013 and the current ISO 22003 structure.
- Explain the food safety management system certification process.
- Evaluate the importance of food chain categories and subcategories.
- Define the competence requirements for auditors and certification personnel.
- Understand the key factors used to determine audit duration.
- Explain the requirements for impartiality and independence.
- Understand the relationship between ISO 22000, ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 22003.
- Define the key responsibilities within the auditing and certification process.
Programme and Method
Training Topics
- Overview of ISO/TS 22003:2013 and the Current ISO 22003 Structure
- Purpose, Scope and Key Requirements of ISO 22003-1:2022
- Food Chain Categories, Subcategories and Scope of Certification
- Certification Body, Impartiality and Organisational Requirements
- Competence Requirements for Auditors, Technical Personnel and Certification Personnel
- Determining Audit Duration and Audit Planning
- Stage 1, Stage 2, Surveillance and Recertification Processes
- Audit Reporting, Technical Review and Certification Decision
- Relationship Between ISO 22000, ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 22003
- Overview of ISO 22003-2:2022 and Product, Process and Service Certification
Training Method
The training is delivered through presentations, explanations of ISO 22003 requirements, examples of food chain categories, audit and certification scenarios, competence assessment examples and case studies.
Attendance and Certificate
Certification Rule
A certificate of attendance is issued to all participants whose attendance has been confirmed. To receive a certificate of achievement, participants must achieve a passing grade in the examination at the end of the training; participants who use all their examination attempts but do not pass will be issued a certificate of attendance.
FAQ and Resources
Who is the ISO/TS 22003 Food Safety Awareness Training suitable for?
It is intended for auditors involved in food safety management system certification processes, certification body personnel, technical experts, quality and food safety professionals, and individuals wishing to learn about the ISO 22003 requirements.
What is the main purpose of the training?
To enable participants to understand the role and fundamental application principles of the ISO 22003 requirements in food safety management system audit and certification processes.
Is ISO/TS 22003:2013 still valid?
No. ISO/TS 22003:2013 has been withdrawn, and the current standard relating to food safety management system certification has been published as ISO 22003-1:2022.
Does the training include practical exercises?
Yes. The training uses examples and case studies relating to category determination, the audit process, competence requirements and certification practices.
Is there an examination at the end of the training?
Yes. An assessment examination is held at the end of the training.
References
- ISO 22003-1:2022 Food Safety — Requirements for Bodies Providing Audit and Certification of Food Safety Management Systems
- ISO 22003-2:2022 Food Safety — Requirements for Bodies Providing Evaluation and Certification of Products, Processes and Services
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems
- ISO/IEC 17021-1 Conformity Assessment
- ISO/IEC 17065 Conformity Assessment
- ISO 19011 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
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