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ISO 22000:2018 Certification & Implementation Training Course (Food Safety Management Systems)

64 Lessons

About This Course

The ISO 22000 Certification & Implementation Training Course is a comprehensive, industry-focused programme designed to equip food industry professionals with the expertise required to design, implement, manage, and continually improve Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) aligned with ISO 22000 requirements. As one of the world\\\’s leading food safety standards, ISO 22000 integrates HACCP principles, prerequisite programmes, risk-based thinking, and management system best practices to ensure effective food safety governance across the food supply chain. Through expert-led instruction, practical workshops, implementation exercises, case studies, and audit simulations, participants gain the capability to interpret standard requirements, establish robust food safety controls, manage organizational risks, and drive continual improvement. The programme supports certification readiness, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, customer confidence, and sustainable business growth through internationally recognized food safety management practices.

What You’ll Learn

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of ISO 22000 requirements, structure, and principles for establishing effective Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS).
  • Design, implement, and maintain an integrated FSMS that integrates HACCP, prerequisite programmes (PRPs), operational controls, and risk-based thinking.
  • Apply food safety risk assessment, hazard control, and performance evaluation methodologies to strengthen food safety assurance across the food supply chain.
  • Prepare organizations for ISO 22000 certification by developing compliant documentation, conducting internal audits, managing non-conformities, and driving continual improvement.
  • Strengthen leadership, governance, and organizational capability to achieve regulatory compliance, customer confidence, operational excellence, and sustainable food safety performance.

Course Curriculum

12 modules  ·  64 lessons

  • ISO 22000 Framework and Global Food Safety Landscape
  • Benefits of Certification and Business Value
  • High-Level Structure (HLS) and PDCA Methodology
  • Risk-Based Thinking and Process Approach
  • Relationship Between ISO 22000, HACCP, Codex, and GFSI
  • Understanding Organizational Context and Interested Parties
  • Scope Determination and FSMS Boundaries
  • Leadership Responsibilities and Accountability
  • Food Safety Policy and Strategic Alignment
  • Building, Measuring, and Sustaining Food Safety Culture
  • Organizational Risks and Opportunities
  • Food Safety Risk Assessment Methodologies
  • Establishing Objectives and Performance Targets
  • Action Planning and Resource Allocation
  • Business Continuity and Risk Mitigation Strategies
  • Competence, Training, and Awareness Programmes
  • Internal and External Communication Systems
  • Documented Information and Record Management
  • Resource Management and Infrastructure Requirements
  • Digital Documentation and Data Integrity Systems
  • Developing the ISO 22000 FSMS Documentation Framework
  • ISO/TS 22002 and Prerequisite Programme Requirements
  • Facility, Personnel, and Hygiene Controls
  • Cleaning, Sanitation, and Environmental Monitoring
  • Supplier Assurance, External Providers and Material Control
  • Verification and Validation of PRPs
  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
  • Hazard Control Measures and Decision Trees
  • Operational Prerequisite Programmes (OPRPs)
  • Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Critical Limits
  • Monitoring, Verification, Validation, and Corrective Actions
  • Validation of Control Measures and Food Safety Plans
  • Food Defense Principles and Threat Assessment
  • Food Fraud Prevention and Vulnerability Assessment
  • Supply Chain Risk Management
  • Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness
  • Product Recall and Incident Response Management
  • Business Continuity Planning for Food Safety Events
  • Monitoring, Measurement, and Performance Indicators
  • Internal Audit Planning and Execution
  • Audit Reporting and Non-Conformity Management
  • Data Analysis and FSMS Performance Evaluation
  • Effective Management Review Processes
  • Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Corrective and Preventive Action Systems
  • Managing Non-Conformities and Deviations
  • Continual Improvement Methodologies
  • Measuring FSMS Effectiveness and Maturity
  • ISO 22000 Certification Requirements and Process
  • Stage 1 and Stage 2 Certification Audits
  • Audit Preparation and Documentation Review
  • Responding to Audit Findings and Corrective Actions
  • Maintaining Certification and Compliance Excellence
  • Integrating ISO 22000 with HACCP and GMP Systems
  • Alignment with FSSC 22000, BRCGS, SQF, and GFSI Expectations
  • Digital Food Safety Management Systems
  • Food Safety Analytics, KPIs, and Dashboards
  • Developing an ISO 22000 Implementation and Continuous Improvement Roadmap
  • Transitioning from ISO 22000 to FSSC 22000
  • Executive Leadership in Food Safety Governance
  • Strategic FSMS Planning and Resource Management
  • Building High-Performance Food Safety Teams
  • Food Safety Culture Assessment and Maturity Models
  • ISO 22000 Implementation Masterclass and Capstone Project

Who Should Attend

  • Food Safety Directors, Managers, HACCP Team Members, and Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Professionals responsible for food safety governance and compliance.
  • Quality Assurance Managers, Quality Control Leaders, Technical Managers, and Food Technologists overseeing food safety and quality performance.
  • Production Managers, Operations Leaders, Plant Managers, and Manufacturing Supervisors responsible for operational excellence and process control.
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialists, Compliance Officers, Internal Auditors, Certification Coordinators, and Continuous Improvement Professionals.
  • Food Manufacturers, Processors, Export-Oriented Businesses, Consultants, Trainers, and Senior Management Teams pursuing ISO 22000 certification and food safety excellence.

Prerequisites

  • Participants should have a foundational understanding of food safety, quality management, HACCP principles, food manufacturing, processing, or food service operations, with prior exposure to food safety systems being advantageous.

Key Benefits

  • Develop a robust ISO 22000-compliant Food Safety Management System that strengthens food safety performance, regulatory compliance, and organizational resilience.
  • Enhance certification readiness through effective implementation of HACCP, PRPs, risk-based thinking, internal auditing, and continual improvement processes.
  • Improve the identification, assessment, and control of food safety hazards across the entire food supply chain.
  • Strengthen customer confidence, supplier credibility, and market access through internationally recognized food safety management practices.
  • Drive operational excellence, audit performance, and a culture of continuous improvement that supports sustainable business growth.

Delivery Technique

  • Expert-led workshop ISO 22000 implementation workshop, industry best practices, and documentation templates.
  • Interactive workshops focused on FSMS design, documentation, risk assessment, and operational controls.
  • Practical case studies and real-world certification case examples from food industry environments.
  • Internal audit simulations, gap assessments, and certification readiness exercises.
  • Group discussions, problem-solving activities, and facilitator feedback to support workplace application.