ISO 20000 Lead Auditor Course (IRCA Regd.)

TÜV NORD is a well-established and reliable partner for inspection and certification services throughout the world.

With more than 3000 experienced experts, our pool of auditors guarantees the highest level of competence in the certi-fication of management systems, products and personnel.

Learning objectives:The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third party audits of food safety management systems against ISO 22000, in accordance with ISO 19011, ISO 22003 and ISO 17021, as applicable. In detail, the training course will provide technical knowledge and practical skills (exercises and role play) to become a competent Lead Auditor,

Recommended prior knowledge:

The course has been designed for food safety professionals seeking an understanding of knowledge and skills needed to audit effectively against food management system standards. Attendance in an ISO 22000 Foundation Course is an advantage.

Group of participants:

All those who require detailed knowledge of FSMS auditing processes are welcome. Management system consultants, relevant levels of management who are involved in ISO 22000 implementation and maintenance, personnel working with regulatory authorities and all those who require a detailed knowledge of the FSMS audit process. The number of participants is limited to max. 20 people.

Duration:

Five days with concluding examination

Location/date:

Business hotels, training centers or customers premises if required

Course instructor:

Professional lecturers from TÜV NORD or appointed partner organization

Outline:

• The audit process: determination of audit objectives, identification of appropriate personnel, stage 1 and stage 2 audits, conducting on-site audit activities, including preparation of working documents, conducting meetings, gathering audit evidences, audit reporting and audit follow up – theoretically and with practical role play activities.
• Auditing FSMS requirements, including external and internal issues, scope of the FSMS, regulatory and legal requirements, verification of the FSMS policy, evaluation of auditee’s arrangements for planning, operational processes, food safety hazard control processes, management review, continual improvement and management commitments
• Responsibilities of an auditor