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This course enables participants to develop a full understanding of the general principles of the requirements of the Standard. It is designed to equip delegates with the knowledge of how to successfully implement the requirements of the Standard on site. Participants will discuss activities which develop a culture to maintain compliance and learn what to expect during the process of certification, including actions needed prior to, during and after the audit.Active learning will be used throughout the course utilising case study-based activities to encourage critical thinking and help explain how sites will implement the Standard.

This course enables participants to develop a full understanding of the general principles of the requirements of the Standard and 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.Active learning will be used throughout the course utilising case study-based activities to encourage critical thinking and help explain how auditors will audit against the Standard.This course is developed in modules. This blended approach reinforces understanding with individual and group activities including case study exercises and a post course assessment.

This one day SGS Audit Skills training course intends to provide attendees with the fundamental skills of auditing.Course ContentIntroduction to Audit DefinitionsAudit definitions, principles and typesThe Audit ProcessOverview of auditsPlanning the auditThe Audit TeamThe audit programmePreparing for the On-site Audit (Stage 1)Stage 1 initial certification audit: Pre-audit visitDocument reviewThe audit planThe “Turtle” diagramConducting the On-site Audit (Stage 2)The Stage 2 auditCollecting and verifying informationOpening meetingRoles and responsibilities of the Audit Team and GuidesConducting the auditStage 2 Audit: Review of FindingsAudit review meetingAudit findingsCorrective Action Request (CAR)Opportunities for improvementAudit conclusionStage 2 Audit: Report and Conclusion – Addressing Corrective ActionPresenting the findingsAudit reportingAudit completionCorrective actionFollow-up and close outPreventive actionManagement review

This training has been designed to help demonstrate commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, as well as continuously improving your quality management systems (QMS). The objective of the training is to provide participants with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 9001 as a tool for business improvement.Prior Knowledge RequirementsBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:Management SystemsThe Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycleThe core elements of a management system and the interrelationship between top management responsibility, policy, objective, planning, implementation, measurement, review and continual improvement.Quality Management - The fundamental concepts and the seven quality management principles (see ISO 9001)Customer focusLeadershipEngagement of peopleProcess approachImprovementEvidence-based decision makingRelationship managementThe relationship between quality management and customer satisfaction.Quality management terms and definitionsThe commonly used quality management terms and definitions (see ISO 9000)

This course has been developed by SGS and aims to provide learners with the competency framework to assist in developing, implementing and maintaining a QMS while meeting ISO 9001:2015 requirements.Learners will also be provided with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 9001:2015 as a tool for business improvement.Course Content:Introduction to Quality Management Systems (QMS)Benefits of a good QMSDevelopment of the ISO 9000 series of standardsModels of ISO 9000QMS – Fundamentals and vocabularyISO 9001:2015 StructureClauses, scope, application and compatibility of Iso 9001The process approach, including the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle (PDCA)Interpretation of ISO 9001:2015, clauses 4 to 10Correlation matrices, Gap Analysis/transitionImplementation guidance for ISO 9001:2015Prior Knowledge RequirementsIt will benefit participants if they have knowledge of the following principles and concepts:A basic knowledge of the ISO 9001:2015 standards.Management systems:Understand the PDCA cycle.Quality management:A basic knowledge of the concepts of quality management and the relationship between quality management and customer satisfaction.Understand commonly used quality management terms and definitions, as provided in ISO 9000.

The purpose of this course is to provide learners with the technical and theoretical knowledge to design and implement an Environmental Monitoring Programme (EMP), starting with sampling and zones, to data management and advanced investigation.Course ContentSampling and ZonesData Management and Advanced Investigation

The purpose of this course is to equip learners with relevant knowledge of organisational culture management. This course may be valuable as preparation for learners planning to lead the management of organisational culture change and/or reinforcement.This course aims to familiarise learners with the fundamentals of organisational culture management.Course ContentIntroduction to organisational culture management.The benefits of a good culture.The Four Pillars of culture.Preparing a culture strategy.Reviewing and understanding a culture assessment report.Managing culture change.Producing a culture implementation plan.Internal and external communication.Communication plans.Measuring and reviewing performance.

This course provides an introduction to the most up to date information on food defence guidelines and legal requirements alongside the GFSI standard expectations. It provides a guide to supply chain mapping and authenticity assessment and highlights the importance of ensuring the right food defence plans are in place.Course ContentBackground including key definition, food defence guidelines such as PAS 96:2017Understanding HACCP, Vulnerability (VACCP) and Threat assessment (TACCP) conceptsThe human elements of food fraud, build the team, understand the motivation, capability and opportunities of potential attackers, ensure robust mitigation strategies are in placeThe Elliott ReviewCyber threatsFraud / CARVER + shock and SSAFEFood authenticityFood testingDeveloping food defence plans

This three and a half day Fixed Gauges course otherwise known as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) course is designed to equip the candidate to effectively manage all aspects as required for the safe use fixed radiation sources.Upon successful completion of the course exam, learners will be able to:Apply for Western Australian License for Fixed Gauges from the WA Radiological Council which is a pre-requisite for the appointment of site Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)Supervise any unlicensed technical personnel, employee or contractor working in the vicinity of a Fixed Radiation GaugeSupervise any unlicensed technical personnel or workers involved in installation, removal of a Fixed Radiation GaugeComply with the Statutory Requirements with regards to use, storage and transportation Fixed Gauges in Western AustraliaCarry out Fixed Gauges inspection, maintenance, collection of wipe test samples and test radiation level around or in the vicinity of Fixed GaugesAble to work confidently and competently in the vicinity of a Fixed Radiation GaugeAble to calibrate or isolate Fixed GaugesPrepare Work Instructions/Radiation Management Plan and Emergency ProcedureMaintain site radiation store in compliance with the Regulatory Guidelines

The one-day Portable Radiation Gauges course has been structured as an independent set of modules with no prerequisites. Following an introduction to various aspects of radiation, the course progresses through principles and practices related to portable radiation gauges. The course is suitable for those persons having no previous experience or to those applying for QLD user licence.

The 1-day Principles of Radiation Safety and Cabinet X-Ray Systems course has been structured as an independent set of modules with no prerequisites. Following an introduction to various aspects of radiation, the course progresses through principles and practices related to management and use of cabinet X-ray devices. The course is suitable for persons having no previous experience, and for those requiring refresher training.