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ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS) Lead Auditor Course
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HiQual UK delivers the ISO 22000:2018 Lead Auditor Course, designed for professionals responsible for auditing, implementing, and maintaining Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS). It emphasizes hazard analysis, risk management, audit methodology, and continuous improvement. Participants will gain the competence to conduct first‑, second‑, and third‑party audits, ensuring organizations meet ISO 22000 requirements and achieve certification readiness.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS) Lead Auditor Course |
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| Total Credits | 40 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 120 |
| Qualification Time | 400 |
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Introduction to ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS) Purpose, scope, and benefits of FSMS in food safety assurance.
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ISO 22000:2018 Standard Requirements Structure, clauses, and mandatory requirements of the standard.
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Roles and Responsibilities of an Auditor Auditor ethics, independence, and responsibilities in FSMS audits.
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Pre‑Audit Preparation & Planning Audit scheduling, documentation review, and audit plan development.
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Conducting On‑site Food Safety Audits Interviewing staff, observing processes, and collecting objective evidence.
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Nonconformity Identification and Reporting Identifying gaps, classifying nonconformities, and reporting findings.
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Corrective Actions and Follow‑up Root cause analysis, corrective action plans, and verification of effectiveness.
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Audit Reporting and Documentation Preparing audit reports, maintaining records, and ensuring transparency.
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Auditor Competence, Behaviour, and Certification Process Skills, qualifications, professional conduct, and IRCA/Exemplar Global certification pathways.
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Continuous Improvement & Compliance to ISO 22000 Monitoring, measuring, and improving FSMS performance for long‑term compliance.
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Builds competence in auditing ISO 22000 FSMS effectively
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Enhances compliance with international food safety standards
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Strengthens skills in audit planning, reporting, and corrective actions
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Provides tools for continuous improvement and certification readiness
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in food safety auditing, compliance, and consultancy
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Food safety managers and compliance officers
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Internal and external auditors in food industries
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Consultants and trainers in food safety management
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Professionals progressing from ISO 22000 awareness or internal auditor courses
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical audit simulation + project
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Format: MCQs, essay‑style questions, audit role‑play, and applied project work
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Total Questions: 80 theory + 1 audit simulation + 1 project submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 5 days (35–40 hours total)
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Certification: ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS) Lead Auditor Course (ISO2)
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