Principles of Internal Auditing
What you'll gain from this course
This training course is designed to provide attendees with a thorough understanding of the design, implementation and verification of a full internal audit program within the food facility.
Conducting internal audits with a food safety focus is required to determine whether your food safety management system is implemented effectively. The analysis of results is critical to ensure that the food safety plan continues to be effective. Challenges to achieving continual improvement in food safety programs can occur due to improperly conducted and documented internal audits. Gain the knowledge and skills to internally audit your food safety management system effectively to ensure food safety and compliance with regulatory and GFSI benchmarked food safety standard requirements.
What this course covers:
- Determine the purpose and write the scope of an internal audit based on industry case studies Create an internal audit checklist for an assigned program Complete an internal audit non-conformance/corrective action report for an assigned industry scenario Write objective audit report statements This course concludes with an online examination. The link to access the exam will be emailed to the email address used for course registration. The online exam must be completed within ten business days of having completed the training course, following which, the exam access will expire.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the program, learners will be able to:
- Distinguish between inspection, audit and verification activities
- Discuss the role of internal auditing in maintaining and improving the food safety system
- Apply techniques in planning and conducting audits and writing internal audit reports
- Use objective evidence to assess conformance and impact of non-conformances on food safety
- Manage the corrective and preventive action process for continual improvement
Online Exam Information:
The exam is open book, which means that you may refer to any notes taken during the course, as well as relevant training materials. You will be allowed a total of two attempts to successfully complete the examination.
Once started, you will have 60 minutes per attempt to complete the exam. Learners may NOT stop and resume the examination at a later time. Once started, you must complete the attempt within 60 minutes.
Upon successful completion of the online exam, your NSF Certificate of Accomplishment is immediately available for download as PDF and for printing.
The online exam must be completed within ten business days of having completed the training course, following which, the exam access will expire.
Who Should Attend
Audience
- Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs.
- Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.
Prerequisites:
- A strong food safety background is required.
Technology Requirements:
Participants must join the training using their own individual computer or device to meet participation and assessment requirements. Devices cannot be shared between multiple participants. To support engagement and interactive learning, participants are encouraged to join with both video and microphone enabled throughout the session.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these requirements, please contact our training team at [email protected].
Computer & Internet Connection:
Participants will need reliable access to a computer with a stable internet connection. High speed broadband (LAN, cable, or DSL) is recommended.
Compatible Web Browsers:
The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge, Safari and Firefox.
Accommodations
NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact us at [email protected].
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