Training Course: Internal Audit / Auditing Skills for ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS)

1. Course Overview

This training course provides participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct internal audits of a Food Safety Management System (FSMS) based on ISO 22000:2018. It covers audit principles, planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and continuous improvement of FSMS.

2. Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the requirements of ISO 22000:2018 and its application in food safety management systems.
2. Develop competency in planning, conducting, and reporting internal audits based on ISO 19011:2018 (Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems).
3. Identify nonconformities and implement corrective actions effectively.
4. Enhance their ability to contribute to the continual improvement of the FSMS.
5. Gain practical auditing experience through case studies, role plays, and real-world examples.

3. Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

• Have a clear understanding of ISO 22000:2018 requirements and its relevance to food safety.
• Be able to interpret and apply ISO 19011:2018 guidelines in conducting internal audits.
• Demonstrate the ability to prepare and execute an internal audit plan.
• Conduct audits using appropriate auditing techniques and communication skills.
• Document and report audit findings effectively, including identifying and classifying nonconformities.
• Assist in driving corrective and preventive actions to improve FSMS performance.

4. Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 22000:2018 & Internal Auditing

• Overview of Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
• Key principles of ISO 22000:2018
• Importance of internal auditing in FSMS
• Understanding risk-based thinking and the PDCA approach

Module 2: Audit Fundamentals and ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines

• Audit principles, types, and objectives
• ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for auditing management systems
• Roles and responsibilities of auditors and auditees
• Audit planning and preparation

Module 3: Conducting an Internal Audit

• Steps of an internal audit:
  • Opening meeting
  • Audit checklist preparation
  • Conducting interviews and gathering objective evidence
  • Identifying findings and nonconformities

Module 4: Reporting and Follow-up Actions

• Writing clear and concise audit reports
• Classifying and documenting nonconformities
• Communicating audit findings effectively
• Root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Monitoring effectiveness of corrective actions

Module 5: Practical Audit Exercises & Case Studies

• Conducting mock audits based on real-life scenarios
• Role-playing exercises for auditor-auditee interactions
• Group discussions and problem-solving exercises

Module 6: Audit Program Management & Continuous Improvement

• Developing an internal audit program
• Common challenges in FSMS internal auditing
• Best practices for maintaining and improving FSMS compliance

5. Training Methodology

The training is designed to be interactive and engaging, incorporating:
✅ Instructor-led presentations with real-world examples
✅ Case studies and practical exercises
✅ Group discussions & role-playing activities
✅ Mock audit simulations for hands-on learning
✅ Quizzes & knowledge checks for reinforcement
✅ Q&A sessions for clarification and in-depth discussions

6. Target Audience

• Internal auditors of FSMS
• Food safety managers and team members
• Quality assurance personnel
• HACCP team members
• Compliance officers
• Anyone responsible for implementing and maintaining ISO 22000:2018

7. Certification

Participants who successfully complete the training, including the practical assessment, will receive a Certificate of Completion for Internal Auditing Skills for ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS).