BRCGS Lead Auditor

This course aims to train delegates in third party audit requirements against the new Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 9. In addition, the course includes all relevant aspects of auditing within the food sector. This course is aimed at technical and quality managers and prospective certification body auditors and consultants. Attending this course allows you the opportunity to develop an in-depth and practical understanding of the BRC standard and auditing methodology. This qualification does not guarantee employment as an auditor with a certification body. All audits to the BRCGS Global Standard have to be carried out by accredited certification bodies who may use either permanent staff or sub-contracted auditors. This course aims to provide knowledge of auditing skills and of the standard required to become an auditor. Before employing an auditor, certification bodies will have to be satisfied that the auditor has the basic educational requirements and experience (minimum 5 years), and will need to conduct the necessary practical assessment of auditing performance before audits can be carried out. Delegates must have a working knowledge of quality management systems and auditing within the relevant manufacturing sector, and completed a Level 3 HACCP course (minimum 2 days duration). Multiple choice open book online exam on the final day of the course.

21 September 2026

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• Lincoln, United Kingdom