IRCA Registered FSSC 22000 Training Course

Become a Certified Food Safety System Auditor

Advance your career with our IRCA Certified FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training Course, internationally recognized and approved by the International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA). This course equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to audit Food Safety System Certification (FSSC 22000) effectively — a GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) recognized scheme built on ISO 22000, combined with sector-specific Prerequisite Programs (ISO/TS 22002 series) and additional FSSC requirements.

Course Overview

Our IRCA Registered training course provides comprehensive understanding of the FSSC 22000 scheme structure, its integration with ISO 22000, HACCP principles, sector-specific PRPs, and additional FSSC requirements (food fraud prevention, food defense, allergen management, environmental monitoring). Participants learn to plan, conduct, report, and follow up an FSSC 22000 audit in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 requirements.

Who Should Attend?

  • Food Safety and Quality Managers
  • Production, Operations, and Supply Chain Managers in Food Industry
  • Internal Auditors looking to enhance their food safety auditing skills
  • Individuals aspiring to become Lead Auditors
  • Consultants supporting GFSI-recognized certification schemes
  • Anyone responsible for implementing or maintaining FSSC 22000

Course Objectives

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

  • Explain the structure and purpose of the FSSC 22000 scheme and its GFSI recognition
  • Interpret ISO 22000 requirements together with ISO/TS 22002 sector PRPs and additional FSSC requirements
  • Understand food fraud prevention, food defense (TACCP), allergen management, and environmental monitoring requirements
  • Plan, conduct, report, and follow-up an audit in accordance with ISO 19011
  • Understand the responsibilities of an FSSC 22000 auditor
  • Evaluate and report audit findings, non-conformities, and corrective actions

Course Content

  1. Introduction to FSSC 22000 & GFSI Recognition
  2. ISO 22000 Requirements within the FSSC Scheme
  3. Sector-Specific Prerequisite Programs (ISO/TS 22002 Series)
  4. Additional FSSC Requirements: Food Fraud, Food Defense & Allergen Management
  5. HACCP Principles & Hazard Analysis
  6. Audit Principles & Terminology (ISO 19011)
  7. Planning and Preparing an FSSC 22000 Audit
  8. Conducting the Audit (Opening Meeting, Evidence Gathering, Closing Meeting)
  9. Writing Audit Reports & Non-Conformity Reports
  10. Corrective Action Follow-Up
  11. Practical Exercises, Case Studies & Role Plays
  12. Final Examination

Course Duration

5 Days (Certification exam included on the final day)

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and passing the exam, participants will receive an IRCA Certified Certificate, recognized globally, which qualifies them to work as FSSC 22000 Lead Auditors.

Why Choose Us?

✔ IRCA Approved Training Provider
✔ Experienced & Certified Trainers
✔ Practical, Hands-on Learning Approach
✔ Internationally Recognized (GFSI) Certification
✔ Post-Course Support & Guidance

Enroll Today

Take the next step in your food safety management career. Register now for our upcoming IRCA FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training Course.