Food Safety Management System – Internal Auditor Certification

This internal auditor level certification validates foundational to advanced competence in Food Safety Management System. Professionals certified at this level demonstrate comprehensive understanding and practical application of Food Safety Management System requirements and principles within their organizations.

This certification validates the candidate’s competence to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on internal audits of Food Safety Management Systems in accordance with ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 19011:2018 (Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems). The scope encompasses all requirements of ISO 22000:2018, including the HACCP methodology, prerequisite programmes

(PRPs), operational PRPs, hazard analysis, and generating formal FSMS audit reports.

Who Is This For?

Purpose & Objectives

This certification program is designed to validate your competence and knowledge of Food Safety Management System requirements. Upon completion, you will be able to:

• ✓Plan and conduct internal audits per ISO 19011:2018
• ✓Identify nonconformities and opportunities for improvement
• ✓Generate structured audit reports with evidence-based findings
• ✓Evaluate the effectiveness of FSMS controls and processes
• ✓Follow up on corrective actions and verify their effectiveness

Eligibility Requirements

Competency Framework

Candidates for the Internal Auditor certification in Food Safety Management System must demonstrate competence in:

• ▶Audit planning and preparation per ISO 19011:2018
• ▶Audit evidence gathering and evaluation techniques
• ▶Nonconformity identification and classification
• ▶Audit reporting and documentation
• ▶Corrective action follow-up and verification

Assessment & Examination

• ✓Multiple-choice examination format
• ✓Minimum passing score: 70%
• ✓Online proctored examination available
• ✓Results provided within 48 hours

Certificate Validity & CPD

• ✓Certificate validity period: 3 years from date of issue
• ✓Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required for renewal
• ✓Minimum 15 CPD hours per year in relevant domain
• ✓Recertification examination or portfolio assessment at renewal
• ✓Digital certificate and verification via QA Assessor registry

Code of Conduct

All certified professionals must adhere to the QA Assessor Code of Conduct:

• ▶Acting with integrity, objectivity, and professional competence
• ▶Maintaining confidentiality of all information obtained during professional activities
• ▶Reporting any conflicts of interest or ethical concerns
• ▶Committing to continuous professional development
• ▶Upholding the reputation of the certification and the profession