ISO Training Programs
FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training
Course Overview
FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, conduct, report, and follow up first-, second-, and third-party audits of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) in accordance with the FSSC 22000 certification scheme, ISO 22000, and ISO 19011 guidelines.
Hawksberg International provides professional FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training delivered by experienced industry experts. The course combines instructor-led sessions, practical audit exercises, HACCP-based case studies, real-world food safety scenarios, and interactive discussions to help participants develop the confidence to evaluate Food Safety Management Systems, ensure compliance with FSSC 22000 requirements, and successfully lead food safety audit teams.
Modules Covered
- 01Introduction to FSSC 22000
- 02ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System
- 03HACCP Principles & Hazard Analysis
- 04Critical Control Points (CCPs)
- 05Operational PRPs
- 06Sector-Specific PRPs (ISO/TS 22002-x)
- 07Food Fraud Mitigation
- 08Food Defense
- 09Allergen Management
- 10Environmental Monitoring
- 11Management of Services & Purchased Materials
- 12Audit Planning
- 13Audit Execution
- 14Evidence Collection & Reporting
- 15Audit Follow-Up & Certification
Course Details
Duration : 40 Hours
Level : Advanced
About the Course
FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, conduct, report, and follow up first-, second-, and third-party audits of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) in accordance with the FSSC 22000 certification scheme, ISO 22000, and ISO 19011 guidelines.
Hawksberg International provides professional FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training delivered by experienced industry experts. The course combines instructor-led sessions, practical audit exercises, HACCP-based case studies, real-world food safety scenarios, and interactive discussions to help participants develop the confidence to evaluate Food Safety Management Systems, ensure compliance with FSSC 22000 requirements, and successfully lead food safety audit teams.
What the FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Course Covers
- ✓FSSC 22000 is a GFSI-recognized certification scheme built on three components, all of which the course addresses.
- ✓ISO 22000 — the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) requirements, including HACCP principles, hazard analysis, Critical Control Points (CCPs), and Operational Prerequisite Programmes (OPRPs).
- ✓Sector-specific Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs) — the relevant ISO/TS 22002-x technical specification for your food sector.
- ✓Additional FSSC 22000 requirements — including food fraud mitigation, food defense, allergen management, environmental monitoring, and management of services and purchased materials.
Who Should Attend
- ✓Food Industry Professionals
- ✓Food Safety Managers
- ✓Quality Assurance Managers
- ✓Lead Auditors
- ✓Internal Auditors
- ✓Food Safety Consultants
- ✓Production Managers
- ✓FSMS Professionals
Prerequisites
- ✓A working knowledge of ISO 22000, Food Safety Management Systems, and HACCP concepts is recommended.
FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor course?
An IRCA-certified course that qualifies participants to lead audits against the FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification Scheme in line with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021.
What's the difference between FSSC 22000 and ISO 22000?
FSSC 22000 is a GFSI-recognised certification scheme built on three components — ISO 22000, sector-specific Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs, such as the ISO/TS 22002 series), and additional FSSC requirements. ISO 22000 is the underlying Food Safety Management System standard.
What does the course cover?
The course covers the three components of FSSC 22000, HACCP principles, prerequisite programmes, hazard analysis, food safety culture, additional FSSC requirements, and auditing the certification scheme across the complete audit lifecycle.
What are the prerequisites?
A working knowledge of ISO 22000, Food Safety Management Systems, and HACCP concepts is recommended.
How is the course assessed, and how long is it?
Participants are evaluated through continuous assessment and a written examination. Both must be successfully completed to receive the certificate. The course typically runs for 5 days (approximately 40 hours) and is available through virtual classroom or in-house delivery.