GMP/HACCP INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINING

Course Material and Approach

This course provides comprehensive steps to perform an internal audit of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) system.

SGS training is based on PAS 220/ISO/TS 22002-1 criteria for prerequisite programs and Codex Alimentarius HACCP Guidelines, forming a sound foundation for the future internal auditing of Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) approved food safety management schemes.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand how each requirement is audited and interpreted.
  
• Gain skills to perform effective internal audits and be prepared to pass third party audits.
  
• Learn through interactive workshops on techniques for reviewing procedures /records, interviewing personnel and evaluating on site operations, including:
  
• Common Traits of Good Auditors
  
• Organization/Time Management
  
• Auditor Behavior and Judgment

Understand GMP/HACCP Requirements:

• Prerequisite Program Requirements (includes Codex Alimentarius as well as PAS 220/ISO/TS 22002-1).
  
• Codex Alimentarius HACCP Principles and Criteria.
  
• GMP/HACCP Documentation.
  
• Sampling/Identifying/Reviewing Records.

Internal GMP/HACCP Auditing:

• Planning/Preparing for the Audit
  
• Preparation of an Audit Plan
  
• Preparation of an Audit Checklist
  
• Performing the Audit
  
• Simulated Audit Scenario
  
• Audit Review and Follow-Up
  
• Corrective Action and Close Out of Non-conformities

Internal Auditor Responsibilities:

• Conflict of Interest
  
• Interaction with Company Personnel

Participants Receive:

• Copies of presentation slides
  
• Course Manual
  
• Softcopies of forms/plans
  
• Certificate of course completion

Who Should Attend?

Internal food safety auditors, food safety managers, quality assurance, quality control or regulatory affairs managers, department supervisors, consultants or anyone who is interested in gaining more insight into the techniques and procedures required to perform effective internal audits of GMP/HACCP systems.

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Why Choose SGS?

SGS offers a global network of trainers/auditors who regularly conduct training and/or food safety auditing. The SGS trainers provide specific insight into the way to interpret scheme requirements, leading to more consistent understanding of the requirements and internal audit expectations. SGS trainers are qualified HACCP auditors with in-depth knowledge of the food industry.