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The aim of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third-party audits of FSMS against FSSC 22000 v7, in accordance with ISO 19011, ISO/TS 22003 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable.Learners who complete this CQI and IRCA Certified FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor Training course successfully (within the five years before making an application to become a certificated auditor) will satisfy the training requirements for initial certification as an IRCA FSMS auditor (Part 1) or IRCA FSMS certified auditor (Part 2) of the scheme. For the full requirements, please refer to quality.org/IRCA-grades.Recommended Prior KnowledgeKnowledge of the following food safety management principles and concepts:The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycleThe core elements of a management system and the interrelationship between top management responsibility, policy, objectives, planning, implementation, measurement, review and continual improvement.Food safety management:Knowledge of the principles of food safety management including pre-requisite programmes as specified in ISO 22000:2018 / TS 22002 (all parts) and HACCP;The relationship between food safety management and the provision of food safe products to prevent or minimise adverse effects on human health and the proactive improvement of food safety performance;Awareness of common examples of relevant national and local FSMS legislation and requirements.Knowledge of the requirements of FSSC 22000 v7 or acceptable equivalent, and the commonly used food safety management terms and definitions, as given in ISO 22000:2018, which may be gained by completing a CQI and IRCA certified ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS) training course or equivalent.Enrolment informationBy enrolling on this course you agree to your personal information being passed to CQI and IRCA.Trusted FSSC 22000  training from a leading course providerOur courses are delivered by tutors who are environmental management system experts and experienced trainers. Your knowledge and skills will be developed through an interactive and practical approach to learning. Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete an end-of-course written examination.Contact your local SGS office for full details of the courses available in your region

The purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth knowledge base to support those implementing the AIAG/VDA FMEA Handbook.AIAG and VDA have harmonised their manuals into a single co-copyrighted handbook. The handbook uses the best practices from each manual and a process-oriented approach to meet the requirements of both industry groups, in turn making it easier for automotive manufacturing suppliers to meet the needs of their customers during the failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) development process.Course ContentPlanning and PreparationStructure and AnalysisFunction AnalysisFailure AnalysisRisk AnalysisOptimisationResults DocumentationConclusion and Knowledge Test

This course has been developed by SGS for the benefit of individuals wishing to understand the changes and amendments transitioning from ISO 19011:2018 to ISO 19011:2026.Course ContentISO 19011:2026 updates and variations to ISO 19011:2018

This training aims to familiarise learners with auditing management systems guidelines in accordance with ISO 19011:2026.Course ContentManagement Systems AuditingPrinciples of AuditingManaging an Audit ProgrammeEstablishing the Audit ProgrammeImplementing the Audit ProgrammeSelecting the Audit TeamConducting the AuditAudit Conclusions

This course is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to complete non-electrical work safely in the vicinity of a live electrical apparatus. ​ It includes compliance with safe approach distances for the worker, plant, tools and equipment.Course Content:Preparing to work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatusIdentify hazardsSafe Approach Distances (SAD)Permit to Work SystemSafety Observers/SpottersPPEElectrical safety regulationsComplete work and documentation​AssessmentThis course includes the following competency-based assessments: A Theory Assessment with multiple choice and short answer questionsPractical Assessment working as a Safety Observer in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus on two occasionsCompleting two JSAs and PermitsDealing with an unplanned event on one occasion

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform social accountability audits of an organisation’s conformance in accordance with ISO 19011. This course is recognised by APSCA for CPD purposes, aligned with the APSCA Competency Framework and is worth 40 CPD credits.Recommended Prior KnowledgeBefore starting the course, learners are expected to have knowledge of the following:- SA8000® Standard- Social Accountability International (SAI) Guidance for the SA8000® Standard- Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code- The International Labour Organisation (ILO) Standards- UN Human Rights ResolutionsTrusted Social Accountability Lead Auditor training from a leading course providerOur courses are delivered by tutors who are environmental management system experts and experienced trainers. Your knowledge and skills will be developed through an interactive and practical approach to learning. Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete an end-of-course written examination.Course CertificationOn completion of this course:- Learners who attend the course in full and pass the examination will be issued with a 'Certificate of Achievement' that may satisfy part of the formal training for an individual seeking certification as a Lead Auditor.  Please refer to the relevant auditor certification body for specific requirements.- Learners who attend the full duration of the course will be issued with a 'Certificate of Attendance'.- Learners who fail the examination will be allowed to resit the examination a maximum of two times within 12 months of the end date of the course.

This course has been developed in alignment with the ISO/FDIS 9001:2026 standard and may be subject to editorial updates. Learners attending an SGS ISO/FDIS 9001:2026 course will be notified of any changes upon the official publication of ISO 9001:2026.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/FDIS 9001:2026 requirements.

This course is certificated by the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) and International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA).  CQI and IRCA Course Certification Number 2300 - PR 363.Course CriteriaUpon completion of the course. learners will be able to:1) Explain the purpose of business continuity management systems standards, of management system audit, of third-party certification and the business benefits of improved performance of the business continuity management system.2) Explain the role and responsibilities of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow up a BCMS audit in accordance with ISO 19011 (and ISO 17021 where appropriate).3) Plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit of a BCMS to establish conformity with ISO 22301 and in accordance with ISO 19011 ) and ISO 17021 where appropriate).Learners will need to demonstrate acceptable performance in these areas to complete the course successfully.Prior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge of the:1) Requirements of ISO 22301:20192) Following business continuity management (BCM) principles and concepts:the purpose and benefits of a business impact analysis;the principals of risk assessment and analysis;typical business continuity strategies;business continuity response options;BCMS performance metrics, monitoring and performance measurements;exercise and testing methodologies.

This training course (consisting of four Modules) has been developed by SGS to provide practitioners with the  skills and knowledge necessary to undertake a verification of a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory developed in accordance with ISO 14064-1:2019 using the verification standard ISO 14064-3:2019.Module Three provides the necessary knowledge to act as a Verifier and Validator and perform a GHG inventory verification or a project validation according to ISO 14064-3, ISO 14065 and ISO 14066.Module Four provides an introduction to GHG Verification and Validation, an understanding of Verification and Validation activities and an introduction to Verification and Validation statements.In order to successfully complete and receive a full GHG Lead Verifier 'Course Certificate', attendance of all four modules and associated activities in sequence is required. If you require the full ISO 14064 / GHG Protocol - Greenhouse Gas Lead Verifier Training Course, please click here to make your booking.

The purpose of this course is to provide learners who have an existing, basic knowledge of, or experience in, environmental management with an understanding of the management systems approach and the requirements of ISO 14001:2026, and to provide a basis for learners who wish to implement an Environmental Management System.

This intensive course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the ISO 13485:2016 standard, focusing on the requirements for a medical device quality management system and the skills needed to lead audit teams effectively. The course combines comprehensive theoretical knowledge with practical auditing exercises, role-playing, and group discussions to ensure participants are well-equipped to conduct and lead internal and external audits.SGS North America is certified by Exemplar Global as a training provider. Participants who successfully complete this course and achieve Competency through the course exam will receive a Certificate of Attainment for the following Exemplar Global knowledge competency unit:MD - Medical Devices Quality Management SystemsAU – Auditing Management SystemsTL – Leading Management Systems Audit TeamsImportant Notes:We recommend that you turn your camera on during the course to enhance engagement and participation.For the course exam, all learners are required to keep their camera on for the entire duration of the exam.Please bring a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or work badge) to class for identity verification purposes prior to the exam.Enrollment and attendance in this course indicate participant agreement for SGS Academy NAM to share enrollment information (e.g., participant name, email address, Competency Units attempted, TPECS examination results, etc.) with Exemplar Global. This information will not be shared with any third party (e.g., employer) without the participant’s written consent, unless required by law.