The ISO 22000 FSMS Lead Auditor Online Course offered by Olanab Academy is a professional, in-depth certification program designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and competence required to plan, conduct, lead, and report Food Safety Management System (FSMS) audits in accordance with ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 19011 auditing guidelines.

This course prepares participants to perform first-party (internal), second-party (supplier), and third-party audits, making it ideal for professionals seeking careers or advancement as ISO 22000 Lead Auditors, food safety auditors, consultants, and certification auditors across the food supply chain.

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Course Objectives

The primary objectives of this course are to enable learners to:

• Fully understand the principles and requirements of ISO 22000:2018
• Master food safety hazard control, HACCP principles, PRPs, and OPRPs
• Apply risk-based thinking and the PDCA cycle in FSMS auditing
• Develop the competence to plan, lead, conduct, and close FSMS audits
• Evaluate organizational compliance and assess FSMS effectiveness 
• Prepare professional audit reports and certification recommendations

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What You Will Learn

This Lead Auditor course provides advanced coverage of:

• ISO 22000:2018 standard interpretation – clause-by-clause explanation with audit focu
• Food safety management principles – HACCP, hazard analysis, PRPs, OPRPs, CCPs
• FSMS documentation and records review
• Audit principles and auditor competence
• Audit planning and preparation, including audit programs and checklists
• Conducting on-site and remote audits
• Audit techniques – interviewing, observation, sampling, and evidence collection
• Identification and grading of nonconformities
• Root cause analysis and corrective action evaluation
• Audit reporting and follow-up activities
• Certification audit process and auditor responsibilities

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Interpret and audit against ISO 22000:2018 requirements
• Lead FSMS audit teams with professionalism and objectivity
• Conduct audits in line with ISO 19011 guidelines
• Identify systemic weaknesses, nonconformities, and improvement opportunities
• Prepare clear, effective audit reports
• Support organizations toward ISO 22000 certification and continual improvement
• Demonstrate competence as a certified ISO 22000 Lead Auditor

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Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

• Aspiring and practicing ISO 22000 Lead Auditors
• Food safety and quality managers
• FSMS consultants and trainers
• Regulatory and compliance officers
• Certification body auditors
• HACCP team leaders
• Professionals involved in food manufacturing, processing, packaging, storage, distribution, and catering
• Anyone seeking internationally recognized lead auditor competence

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Course Format & Key Features

• 100% online, self-paced learning
• Accessible anytime on desktop and mobile devices
• Expert-led training content aligned with international standards
• Practical audit examples and case studies
• Audit checklists, templates, and downloadable resources
• Knowledge checks, quizzes, and assessment tests
• Suitable for global learners and working professionals

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Certification

Learners who successfully complete the course and assessments receive an ISO 22000 FSMS Lead Auditor Certificate of Completion from Olanab Academy, demonstrating professional competence to conduct and lead food safety management system audits. This certification enhances career prospects and professional credibility in the global food industry.