PECB Certified ISO 22000 Lead Auditor | Self-study training

Acquire the necessary competencies to audit food safety management systems against the requirements of ISO 22000 based on the guidelines and requirements for auditing management systems provided in ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1

Why should you attend ?

The ever-increasing popularity of food safety, as one of the key aspects of the food industry, has boosted demands from organizations to get certified against ISO 22000. Such certification demonstrates commitment from organizations toward the wellbeing of their consumers and provides sustainability in the market. A PECB auditor credential is a formal and independent recognition of your personal competences. It proves that you are qualified to conduct food safety management system (FSMS) audits for a certification body. This training course has been developed to reflect the importance of an effective audit. It strengthens your knowledge and skills to plan and carry out an FSMS audit in compliance with the guidelines for auditing management systems provided in ISO 19011 and the certification process presented in ISO/IEC 17021-1. Through practical exercises, interactive sessions, and discussions, you will be able to gain knowledge on the FSMS and audit techniques. You will also be able to perform an FSMS audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques, as well as be able to manage an audit team. After attending the training course, you can take the exam. If you pass, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 22000 Lead Auditor” credential. An internationally recognized “PECB ISO 22000 Lead Auditor” certificate validates your professional capabilities and competences to audit organizations based on the requirements of ISO 22000 and auditing best practices.

Who should attend ?

• Auditors interested in performing and leading food safety management system audits
• Managers or consultants interested in mastering the food safety management system audit process
• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to the FSMS requirements in an organization
• Technical experts interested in preparing for a food safety management system audit
• Expert advisors in food safety management

Learning objectives

• Operations of a food safety management system based on ISO 22000
• Relationship between ISO 22000 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
• Requirements of ISO 22000 in the context of an FSMS audit
• Auditor’s role in planning, leading, and following up on a management system audit in accordance with ISO 19011

Examination duration - 3 hours

The PECB Certified ISO 22000 Lead Auditor exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:

• Domain 1 : Fundamental principles and concepts of a food safety management system
• Domain 2 : Food safety management system (FSMS) requirements
• Domain 3 : Fundamental audit concepts and principles
• Domain 4 : Preparing for an ISO 22000 audit
• Domain 5 : Conducting an ISO 22000 audit
• Domain 6 : Closing an ISO 22000 audit
• Domain 7 : Managing an ISO 22000 audit program

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