Food Safety Management System Internal Auditor (ISO 22000, ISO 19011)

This online course provides the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct internal audits of the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) based on ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 19011:2018 standards.

Participants will gain knowledge into various FSMS components, including: leadership, risk management, required procedures, documentation, performance measurement, management analysis and continuous improvement, roles and responsibilities of internal auditors in planning and conducting audits, reporting, planning and monitoring of actions and measures based on audit results.

To enhance understanding, all course slides are voiced. Real-life cases will help participants better apply theory in practice. Structured information is divided into modules, making the learning process even more efficient.

Internal audits are crucial for ensuring the safety and quality of food products. It identifies potential risks and nonconformities within the food safety management system, helping to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain consumer trust. Regular internal audits ensure compliance with normative requirements and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and procedures.

This course is an essenntial step for those aspiring to become highly qualified auditors and make a significant contribution to improving their organization’s food safety management system.

Course program
Application

Duration

48 hours

Language

English/Ukrainian

Format

100% online

Course objective

The goal of the course ” Internal auditor of the Food Safety Management System (ISO 22000, ISO 19011)” is to provide participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct internal audits of food safety management systems in accordance with the requirements of ISO 22000 and ISO 19011 standards. The course covers the fundamental principles, methods, and tools of auditing, as well as specific requirements for food safety, which are critically important for ensuring the quality and safety of food products at all stages of production and supply.

Target audience

  • external auditors of management system certification bodies;
  • lead auditors who are involved in certification, surveillance, and recertification audits;
  • candidates for external auditors who are undergoing training or qualification to work within certification bodies;
  • auditors involved in integrated and combined management system audits.

The course is aimed at professionals who have basic knowledge of management system standards and perform independent, impartial assessments of organizations.

Document on completion

Document on completion FSMS internal auditor certificate, listed in the SIC international register

Thematic plan

The course program includes 3 modules.

Module 1 — Food safety management systems (ISO 22000)
Module 2 — Internal audit (ISO 19011)
Module 3 — ISO 19011:2026 – updates for internal auditors. SIC.MODULE.ISO19011:2026

The program is designed for 48 hours, including time for studying theoretical material and taking tests.

Objectives

Module 1 — Food safety management systems (ISO 22000)
# Topic Hours
1 Introduction 2
2 General provisions of the standard 2
3 Organization context 2
4 Leadership 2
5 Planning 2
6 Provision (resources) 2
7 Functioning 4
8 Performance evaluation 2
9 Improvement 1
  Testing 1
  Hours total 20
Module 2 — Internal audit (ISO 19011)
# Topic Hours
1 Introduction 1
2 General provisions of the standard 2
3 Audit program management (AP) 5
4 Carrying out an audit 5
5 Competence of auditors 2
  Testing 1
  Hours total 16
Module 3 — ISO 19011:2026 – updates for internal auditors. SIC.MODULE.ISO19011:2026
№ Topic Hours
1 Key changes in ISO 19011:2026 for internal audit practice 2
2 Remote audit methods: selection of audit methods, evaluation of audit locations, and on-site auditing 1
3 Audit programme: a risk-based approach 1
4 Audit planning and organization using remote and hybrid audit methods 2
5 Methods for obtaining audit evidence 1,5
6 Evaluation of digital evidence and documented information 1
7 Competence of the internal auditor 1
8 Updating the internal auditor’s working tools 1
9 Case studies 1
10 Testing 0,5
Hours total 12