FSSC 22000 v7 Transition Training Course

This course has been developed by SGS for the benefit of clients wishing to understand the FSSC 22000 Certification Scheme and its requirements.  In May 2026, the scheme was substantially updated from version 6 (v6) to version 7 (v7).This course aims to assist organisations and individuals to understand the new and updated requirements under FSSC 22000 v7 and ISO 22003:2022, identifying and reviewing the specific requirements for Food Fraud Mitigation Food Defense and Food Safety Culture.Prior KnowledgePrior to attending this training course, learners should have (but not essential) sufficient knowledge of the following food safety management principles and concepts: Implementing or operating a management system within a food sector context. This includes schemes such as FSSC 22000, ISO 22000 and/or other schemes which include management system components.Knowledge of prerequisite programs (PRPs) as specified in ISO 22002-1.The principles of HACCP as defined by Codex Alimentarius Commission.Course CertificationOn completion of this course, learners will be issued with a “Certificate of Attendance”.

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.DisclaimerFor learners undertaking the CQI and IRCA Online Assessment, all aspects relating to examination, proctoring, disqualification decisions, appeals and the issuance of results to the Approved Training Partner (ATP) are the sole responsibility of CQI and IRCA. SGS does not have oversight of, or involvement in, these processes.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

COURSE DESCRIPTIONThe aim of this course is to provide participants with an overview of changes from Version 6 to Version 7OBJECTIVESOn completion of this course, delegates will have an awareness of:• The changes between Version 6 to Version 7PRIOR KNOWLEDGEBefore starting this course, it is recommended that participants have prior knowledge of the:•    Management systems and understand the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle•    Concepts of management systems and the relationship between organisations•    Commonly used terms and definitions, as given in FSSC Version 6COURSE CONTENT•    Introduction•    Scheme overview•    Scope•    Structure changes•    Category changes