FSSC 22000 Version 7 (FSMS) Internal Auditor Training Course

This course has been developed by SGS for the benefit of learners wishing to understand how to internally audit against FSSC 22000 and its requirements. In May 2026, the scheme was updated from Version 6 to Version 7. This training provides learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform an internal audit of part of a FSMS against FSSC 22000 v7 and ISO 22000:2018, in accordance with ISO 19011:2026, ISO 22002-1:2025, as applicable and contribute to the continual improvement of the management system.

Prior Knowledge

This course is designed ideally for experienced food safety professionals with an understanding of the management systems approach to food safety.  Prior to attending this training course, learners should have, but it is not essential, sufficient knowledge of the following food safety management principles and concepts to ensure that this training is as beneficial as possible.

• Management principles and concepts:

- Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle,

• Food safety management concepts, including:

- HACCP Principles

- Hazard analysis

- Hazard and risk assessment, and management etc.

- The relationship between food safety management, customer satisfaction and customer food safety requirements.

• Commonly used food safety management terms and definitions, as given in ISO 22000:2018 and FSSC v7.
• FSSC version 7 and ISO 22000:2018:

- The requirements of FSSC version 7 and ISO 22000:2018 which may be gained by completing a Foundation Training course or equivalent.

Course Certification

On completion of this course learners will be issued with a “Certificate of Attendance”.