ISO 22000 Lead Implementer 

Why Attend?

In today’s global market, food safety is a primary concern, with increasing demand for transparency in the origins and handling of food products. Implementing a Food Safety Management System (FSMS) through ISO 22000 Lead Implementer certification has become a necessity for organizations in the food industry to meet international standards and ensure consumer trust.

The PECB Certified ISO 22000 Lead Implementer training course equips you with the expertise needed to help organizations design, implement, manage, and maintain an FSMS based on ISO 22000. This course prepares you to guide organizations in setting up preventive controls that foster a culture of food safety, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and legal standards.

After completing this course, participants can take the certification exam. Passing the exam grants eligibility to apply for the « PECB Certified ISO 22000 Lead Implementer » certification, an internationally recognized credential that validates your capabilities in leading ISO 22000 implementation.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Managers or consultants involved in food safety management
• Expert advisors interested in mastering FSMS implementation processes
• Personnel responsible for maintaining FSMS compliance
• FSMS implementation team members

Learning Objectives

This training course will enable you to:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of FSMS implementation methodologies and management practices
• Recognize the links between ISO 22000 and other standards and frameworks
• Interpret ISO 22000 requirements in the specific context of an organization
• Support organizations in planning, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining an FSMS
• Advise on FSMS best practices and continual improvement strategies

Educational Approach

The course is interactive, combining:

• In-depth lectures with real-world examples and case studies
• Role-playing activities and group discussions
• Participant interactions through Q&A and collaborative exercises
• Practical exercises that simulate and prepare participants for the certification exam

Prerequisites

Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of food safety concepts, ISO management system standards, and ISO 22000 principles.

Course Agenda

• Day 1: Introduction to ISO 22000 and FSMS initiation
• Day 2: Developing an FSMS implementation plan
• Day 3: Executing the FSMS implementation
• Day 4: Performance evaluation, continual improvement, and certification audit preparation
• Day 5: Certification exam

Examination

The PECB Certified ISO 22000 Lead Implementer exam assesses knowledge in:

• Domain 1: Principles of FSMS
• Domain 2: FSMS requirements
• Domain 3: FSMS implementation planning
• Domain 4: FSMS implementation execution
• Domain 5: FSMS monitoring and measurement
• Domain 6: FSMS continual improvement
• Domain 7: FSMS certification audit preparation

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Certification Path

Upon passing the exam, you may apply for one of the following credentials:

Individuals holding both Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor certifications may qualify for the PECB Master Credential after passing four additional Foundation Exams. For details, refer to the Master Credentials information on the PECB website.

Note: Implementation activities must align with best practices and cover these steps:

• FSMS implementation planning
• FSMS initiation and execution
• FSMS monitoring and maintenance
• Identifying and acting on improvement opportunities

General Information

• Certification and exam fees are included.
• Participants receive over 450 pages of training materials and practical examples.
• Course completion provides 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
• In case of exam failure, one free retake is allowed within 12 months of the initial exam.