Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) Implementation

Master ISO 22000:2018 – Implement, Manage, and Audit Food Safety Management Systems with Confidence

What you'll learn
- Explain the key requirements of ISO 22000:2018 and its application in food businesses.
- Implement the principles of HACCP and risk-based thinking in FSMS.
- Develop and manage FSMS documentation, including procedures and records.
- Conduct effective internal audits in compliance with ISO 22000.
- Identify nonconformities and recommend corrective actions.
- Integrate FSMS with other management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc.).
- Prepare organizations for third-party certification audits.

Requirements
- Basic knowledge of food handling or food safety principles is recommended but not required.

Description
TheFood Safety Management Systems (FSMS) Implementation Courseis designed to provide professionals across the food industry with the knowledge and practical skills required to establish, implement, and maintain an effective FSMS. Rooted in international standards such asISO 22000,HACCP principles, andCodex Alimentarius guidelines, this course emphasizes a systematic approach to identifying, evaluating, and controlling food safety hazards. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the processes and structures that ensure food safety across the supply chain, from farm to fork.

The course equips learners with the ability to design and document essential food safety programs, including prerequisite programs (PRPs), operational prerequisite programs (oPRPs), and critical control points (CCPs). Through real-world case studies and industry examples, participants will learn how to integrate hazard analysis, monitoring, corrective actions, and verification activities into daily operations. Emphasis is placed on building a culture of food safety, ensuring that employees at all levels understand their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding consumers.

In addition to technical requirements, the training addresses organizational and regulatory compliance. Participants will explore how to align their FSMS with bothlocal legal requirementsand global certification schemes recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Practical tools for managing documentation, traceability, internal audits, and continual improvement processes are provided to help organizations sustain compliance and confidently prepare for certification and regulatory audits.

By the end of the course, participants will have the competence to design and implement a robust FSMS tailored to their organizational context. Whether working in manufacturing, food service, retail, or distribution, learners will be equipped with actionable strategies to enhance consumer protection, improve operational efficiency, and build trust with stakeholders. The course ultimately empowers organizations to not only meet compliance obligations but also achieve excellence in food safety management, thereby strengthening brand reputation and competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

Who this course is for:
- Food Safety Managers and Officers.
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Professionals.
- Internal Auditors and Compliance Officers.
- Food Production and Operations Managers.
- Professionals preparing for ISO 22000 certification.
- Consultants and Trainers in food safety management.
- Students or graduates aspiring to build careers in food safety and auditing.
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