Lead Auditor Course based on FSSC 22000
Dates
10%
Prices
Members - £1625 + VAT
Non-members - £1995 + VAT
Venue
Campden BRI, Chipping Campden
Delegate feedback (2025):
- They made it fun, although it was a very packed and intensive course. Good format, creative case study.
- Tutors were very knowledgeable. Course flowed well, feedback was clear and supportive.
- Tutors are successful in identifying persons are from different roles and in explaining how it works/fits with industry.
- Tutors were engaging and brought a wealth of knowledge.
- Very supportive tutors, great level of knowledge. Role play very good.
- Fantastic tutors, engaged, supportive and knowledgeable.
- Tutors were fantastic, an intense, challenging and enjoyable course.
- Excellent mix of soft skills and standards knowledge and insight into the accountabilities of the Lead Auditor. Tutors challenged us when appropriate and were always available to support when needed.
- Tutors were excellent, informative, patient with questions. Gave information in a clear and understandable format, kept the course moving along. Format of course excellent, scenarios really well considered.
Benefits of attending
This five day course focuses on developing the skills needed to plan, conduct, and report a third-party audit. It not only enhances delegates’ professional development in auditing but also fosters personal growth in areas such as self-reliance, decision-making confidence, communication skills (both written and verbal), structured systematic thinking, and the ability to make timely decisions under challenging circumstances. These soft skills can be applied in day-to-day roles.
The course is delivered by tutors who are experienced in the practical application of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) and FSMS standards. They bring extensive knowledge and real-life experiences to the training, enriching the learning experience for delegates.
It is a requirement that delegates have previously successfully completed an Intermediate Level (3) HACCP and/or Food Safety training course, or equivalent. Before attending this course, delegates should ideally have carried out internal audits, as well as previously attending an internal auditing course. Due to the nature of the course an advanced knowledge of English reading, verbal and comprehension skills are required.
The course will run at Campden BRI's Chipping Campden site, the programme will run as follows and delegates are required to attend all sessions:
- Day 1 0900 - 1700 (refreshments & lunch will be provided)
- Day 2&3 0800 - 1730 (a light breakfast, refreshments & lunch will be provided)
- Day 4 0800 - 1700 (a light breakfast, refreshments & lunch will be provided)
- Day 5 0800 - 1430 (a light breakfast, refreshments & lunch will be provided)
Delegates are advised to stay in the local area, there will also be individual evening work to complete (up to a maximum of one hour).
Training Course content
- The purpose of a FSMS.
- The principles, processes and techniques used for the assessment and management of food safety hazards, including the significance of these for FSSC 22000 auditors.
- The purpose, content and interrelationship of the following management system standards: ISO 22000, ISO22002-100 and ISO 22002-1.
- How to interpret the requirements of ISO 22000, ISO22002-100 and ISO 22002-1 and their application during an audit of an organisation's FSMS.
- How to undertake the role of an auditor, to plan, conduct and report an audit of a FSMS, with competence further checked via undertaking an online 2 hour exam at a separate date.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course delegates will be able to:
- Understand how food safety management system (FSMS) Integrates with the overall food safety objectives of and organization, particularly in compliance with FSSC 22000 standards.
- Interpret the requirements of ISO22002-100 and ISO 22002-1 and apply them effectively during an audit.
- Develop and implement an audit plan for assessing an organization's FSMS against FSSC 22000 standards.
- Conduct a comprehensive audit, gathering evidence, evaluation compliance, and effectively reporting findings.
- Undertake the role of an auditor and lead auditor with the skills necessary to manage an audit team, communicate effectively with auditees, and handle complex audit situations.
- Demonstrate competence by being awarded a Campden BRI badged certificate indicating successfully completed upon completion of all parts of the course including a separate 2 hour online exam.
For delegates attending there is a mandatory requirement to take an online exam, which is in addition to the continuous assessment pass/fail criteria that forms part of the course. The exam will take place online on a date to be confirmed in April 2026 in the morning.
Further information
Participants will be required to purchase copies of both BS EN ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management Systems – Requirements for any organisation in the food chain and ISO22002-100 and ISO 22002-1, obtainable from:
BSI
- Tel: +44(0)345 086 9001
- Email: cservices@bsigroup.com
- Online: http://shop.bsigroup.com/
The Stationery Office (TSO)
- Tel: +44(0)333 200 2425
- Email: customer.services@tso.co.uk
- Online: https://www.tsoshop.co.uk/’
For further information or to check availability contact the Training Department on +44 (0)1386 842104 or email: training@campdenbri.co.uk