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:
- Understand the requirements of ISO 22000:2018 and its application in food safety management systems.
- Develop competency in planning, conducting, and reporting internal audits based on ISO 19011:2018 (Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems).
- Identify nonconformities and implement corrective actions effectively.
- Enhance their ability to contribute to the continual improvement of the FSMS.
- 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).