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ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System - Foundation
Course Code
ISO 22000-F
Course Category
ISO Standards
Learning Mode
Self-Study
Examination
Yes (Optional)
Course Material
Downloadable Course Manual
ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System - Foundation
Become familiar with the best practices of a food safety management and obtain a detailed
overview of ISO 22000 requirements
The PECB Certified ISO 22000 Foundation training course provides essential knowledge on the principles of food safety management and a comprehensive overview of the ISO 22000 requirements.
Participants in this training will gain insights into various components of a Food Safety Management System (FSMS) as outlined by ISO 22000, including the commitment of top management, the development of a food safety policy, maintaining an appropriate work environment, implementing operational controls, managing prerequisite programs (PRPs), ensuring traceability, controlling hazards, conducting performance evaluations, and pursuing continual improvement.
Upon successfully completing the training course, participants must pass an examination to qualify for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 22000 Foundation” certification. This internationally recognized credential from PECB not only affirms your professional skills but also demonstrates your capability to contribute effectively to the implementation of an FSMS in accordance with ISO 22000 standards.
Learning Objectives & Outline
ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System - Foundation
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Describe the food safety management concepts and principles
Explain the main ISO 22000 requirements for a food safety management system
Identify potential actions and approaches that organizations can use to achieve conformity to ISO 22000
Apply the basic approaches, methods, and practices that can be used for the implementation of FSMS
COURSE MODULES
Section 1: Introduction to Food Safety - Clauses 4–6
Organizational Context: Factors and stakeholder expectations shaping food safety
Leadership and Commitment: Management’s role in building a strong food-safety culture
FSMS Planning: Addressing risks, identifying opportunities and establishing food-safety objectives
Section 2: Implementation & Evaluation Basics for Improving the Food Safety Management System - Clauses 4–10
Support: Strengthening competence, communication, resources and documented information
Operational Control: Applying prerequisite programmes, traceability and emergency-preparedness measures
Hazard Control: Understanding hazard analysis, critical control points and operational controls.
Performance Evaluation: Monitoring results through verification, internal audits and management reviews
Continual Improvement: Correcting weaknesses and continually enhancing the Food Safety Management System
Examination
ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System - Foundation
The PECB Certified ISO 22000 Foundation exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of food safety and food safety management systems
Domain 2: ISO 22000 requirements for a food safety management system – Clauses 4 to 10
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credential PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 22000 Foundation.
The certificate requirements for the ISO 22000 Foundation are:
Pass the PECB ISO 22000 Foundation exam
Professional experience - None
MS audit/assessment experience - None
FSMS project experience - None
Other requirements - Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
Who Should Take this Course
ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System - Foundation
The ISO 22000 Foundation training course is intended for:
Managers or consultants involved in food safety management
Individuals wishing to get acquainted with the ISO 22000 requirements for a food safety management system
Personnel responsible for maintaining conformity to the ISO 22000 requirements in an organization
FSMS implementation team members
Individuals wishing to pursue a career in food safety management
General Information
Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
PECB will provide training material of over 200 pages of information and practical examples.
In case of exam failure, the candidate can retake the exam once for free within 12 months of the initial exam date.
Enrollment & Payment
Important
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Registration and payment for this training course are prerequisites to participation.
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Upon payment, you will receive an "Invitation to create a PECB account" from PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board), the global accreditation body for this course of study. This will allow you to set up your account with the requisite pass codes for access to the learning portal.
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Once completed, your application will be processed within a maximum of two working days, after which you will receive notification by email confirming finalization of registration to access the portal and commence this course of study.