FSSC 22000 v6 Lead Auditor (FSSCLA)

This FSSC 22000 Lead auditor training programme is structured to provide an overall understanding of ISO 22000:2018 food safety management system requirements, sector-specific prerequisite programs (PRPs), (ISO/TS 22002-x-series or other specific PRP standard), and FSSC 22000 additional requirements. IGMPI provides training with well structured approach towards the transition from v6 to v7.

This 5- day FSSC 22000 v6 lead auditor training course is an accredited training program conducted by our experienced auditors and tutors, who have relevant experience in auditing and have provided trainings to numerous organisations from diverse industries. They will share their experiences and knowledge on the standard's requirements to facilitate you while conducting audits. After completing the FSSC 22000 v6 lead auditor training course, you will receive a globally recognised FSSC 22000 v6 Lead Auditor certificate. This course satisfies the training requirements for becoming an approved FSSC 22000 v6 Lead auditor.

Certification Objectives

The essential objective of this programme is to provide knowledge and skills required to perform, maintain & improve audits of food safety management systems (FSMS) against FSSC 22000 Version 5.1 as well as V.6 exposoure will be given within the organization or to conduct Supplier audit. To understand compliance with GFSI requirements. At the end of the FSSC Lead Auditor training program based on FSSC 22000 Ver 5.1, V.6 the delegates will be able to:

• Risks covered by an organization in the food chain
• The requirements of ISO HLS (High Level Structure) with PDCA
• The requirements of ISO 22000:2018 standards
• The sector specific PRP’s Eg: - ISO /TS 22002-1
• The requirements of FSSC 22000 Additional requirements
• The statutory & regulatory requirements of the standard
• The ISO 19011 standards interpreting it to auditing requirements
• Plan an audit against set audit criteria, execute audit, make report and communicate the findings

FSSC 22000 VER 5.1 LEAD AUDITOR COURSE CONTENT / OUTLINE

Certified Study Resources

Module 1: FSMS Introduction, Process Approach and transition to V7 exposure

• Purpose and benefits of FSMS including understanding of the basic FSMS & QMS principles
• Terms, Fundamentals and Principles
• Process Approach with PDCA
• FSMS standards (ISO 22000:2018 Clause 1 to 10, ISO/TS 22002-1 and additional requirements)
• Auditing requirements of ISO/TS 22002-1 & FSSC Specific requirements

Module 2: Auditing Principle

• Auditing objectives
• Types of audits
• Audit life cycle
• Principle of Auditing

Module 3: Role and Responsibilities of Auditor

• Audit Programme objectives
• The auditees responsibilities
• The lead auditors’ responsibilities
• Auditors’ qualification and certifications

Module 4: Role Planning an Audit

• Pre-Audit planning
• Reviewing documentation
• Developing an audit plan
• Preparing checklists or working documents
• Communication factors

Module 5: Conducting an Audit

• Opening meeting
• Collecting objective/audit evidence
• Effective interviewing techniques
• Identifying and recording nonconformities
• Preparing for the closing meeting

Module 6: Reporting Audit Result

• Conducting the closing meeting
• Preparing the audit report
• Distributing the audit report

Module 7: Corrective Actions

• Corrective action responsibilities
• Follow up scheduling
• Monitoring corrective action

Scope

The Certification is especially beneficial for persons who

• Plan/Manage the implementation of ISO 22000:2018
• Require detailed knowledge of FSMS auditing process
• Is involved in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd party audits
• Need to learn about the regulatory framework and assessment for a FSMS assessment
• Food safety consultants, Managers, Technicians
• Aspiring Food Safety Professional

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The food safety lead auditor training program based on version 5.1, transition to V.6 exposure will also be given for

• Food safety management representatives / quality professionals / consultants
• Professionals who have a role to play in the audit of food safety management system
• Personnel from certification bodies, consultants, technical and quality managers who are interested in learning FSSC requirements
• Auditors / Lead auditors for other management system

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certifications Programmes. 10+2 pass-outs are eligible for our Under Graduate Diploma and Diploma holders of two to three years course duration are also eligible for the PG Diploma.

Programme Duration

The duration of the training is 5 days.

Programme Mode

Programme Deliverables

The accompanying training is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Assessment & Certification

All the participants are expected to appear for online assessment. After successfully qualifying the examination, the participants will be awarded FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor by Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI. Details get updated on the website as well. The certification will be awarded after the required levels of knowledge, skills, professionalism, and attitude are assessed through the IGMPI assessment process.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

For the Post Graduate Diploma and Undergraduate Diploma Programmes, we will provide placement assistance after the completion of the programme. The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing placement assistance to its students. The robust placement cell comprises senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like , Jhpiego, SELCO Foundation, TATA Foundation, Samarthan NGO, PSI, UNICEF, WHO, HCL Foundation, IPE Global, Optum, PATH, AIIMS, Action against Hunger, Ekta Shakti Foundation, Seva Foundation, India HIV-AIDS Alliance, HLFPPT, Deepak Foundation, Novartis, LalPath Labs Ltd., Fortis Healthcare Ltd., HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd., Indraprastha Medical Corporation Ltd., Narayana Hrudayalaya Ltd., Piramal Enterprises Ltd., Wockhardt Ltd., Cactus Communications, Public Health Foundations of India, Cytel, Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd., Deloitte, DuPont Sustainable Solutions, Bain & Company, Alvarez & Marsal, McKinsey & Company, etc. The IGMPI’s Corporate Resource Division actively recommends our students and training participants for various job requirements and specialized roles to Human Resource, Talent Acquisition as well as the heads of various departments in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare industries on regular basis.

Future career prospects

The Professional Certification in FSMS Lead Auditor equips an individual to take leading roles in the HACCP Team as well as in the new product development. This Professional Certification enables an individual to become a part of organization who wants to obtain an ISO or FSSC 22000 Certification. The FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Certification Programme provides sufficient knowledge for specialized job roles in Food Industry like Food Safety Officer, Information Security Officer, Senior Auditor in Certification bodies, ISO Lead Auditor, FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor in Food Companies and many more.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 17^th Aug 2026.

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