BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9: Lead Auditor Training

This course enables participants with an in-depth understanding of the Standard in terms of the protocol, requirements and how to audit effectively. Participants will gain competency to assess compliance to the requirements of the Standard, including fundamental clauses, statements of intent, how to undertake a BRCGS audit, planning of the audit and reporting of the audit. Auditing fundamentals and techniques will be discussed including the auditor competency skills required of Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) scheme auditors.

Active learning will be used throughout the course utilising case study-based activities to encourage critical thinking and help explain how auditors with audit against the Standard.

What this course covers

• Auditing fundamentals modules 1-6

• Scope and format of the Standard

• Requirements of the Standard ISSUE 9

• Requirements of the Standard

• Audit protocol

• BRCGS compliance and support

• Auditor requirements

At the end of the course you will be assessed with an exam. Successful completion of this course, including the exam, forms part of the training necessary to become a BRCGS auditor.

An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

Who should Attend

• Retailers

• Consultants

• Technical Managers and personnel

• Quality Managers and personnel

• Auditors

• Importers and exporters of food products

• Operations Managers

• Current BRCGS Auditors

• Those interested in becoming a BRCGS Auditor

Prerequisites

Participants must have a working knowledge of quality management systems and auditing within the relevant manufacturing sector, and have completed a hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) course of at least two days' duration.

Participants must read and review a copy of the Standard including the glossary, which is available as a free download from the BRCGS Store, in addition to the pre-course materials provided. https://www.brcgs.com/store/

At the end of the program, learners will be able to: 

• Explain the steps to managing an audit programme 

• Describe auditing fundamentals and techniques 

• Assess compliance to the requirements of the Standard and explain how compliance can be demonstrated to maintain food safety, quality, legality, and authenticity 

• Describe the scope of companies and products covered by the Standard 

• Describe steps to conduct a BRCGS audit including the preparation, planning, and reporting of the audit 

• Utilise and explain resource tools available for compliance and beneficial support from BRCGS 

Partners 

BRCGS is a market-leading global brand that helps build confidence in the supply chain. Our Global Standards for Food Safety, Packaging Materials, Storage and Distribution, Consumer Products, Agents and Brokers, Retail, Gluten Free, Plant-Based and Ethical Trading set the benchmark for good manufacturing practice, and help provide assurance to customers that your products are safe, legal and of high quality. https://www.brcgs.com/ 

Computer and Internet Connection: 

You will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. High speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is recommended. 

Compatible Web Browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, IE Edge and higher 

Special Requirements

NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact your regional office one week prior to your class.