Africa Trade Development Center and GSProgress. OFFER A: QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS LEAD AUDITOR TRAINING align with the ISO 22006:2009 GUIDELINES FOR THE APPLICATION OF ISO 9001:2015 IN CROP PRODUCTION CRITERIA AND CERTIFY EXAMINATION BY COMPETENCY United States GSProgress Inc-office www.gsprogress.us ITC (Miami Free Zone) 2315 NW 107th Ave Suite 1M28 #117 Doral, FL 33172 Website: www.gsprogress.us Email: info@gsprogress.us Africa Trade Development Center Nigeria Mr. Kayode Olowu kohl.limited@gmail.com Telephone: +601-464-73054 Skype: Kayode_olowu231 Miami: NW 107th Ave. Suite 1M06 # 12, Doral, FL 33172 Telephone: +1 305-416-9201 www.africatdc.com, Azubuike.okonmah@gmail.com
GS PROGRESS S QUALITY POLICY GS Progress is committed to exceeding our customers expectations and continuously improving our services and products by meeting the established objectives and ensuring effective communication with our customers while maintaining the highest level of integrity, sincerity and transparency. Many organizations encounter some problems when putting a quality management system in place. In a farm these problems are potentially greater due to: minimal available resources, potential costs involved in setting up and maintaining a quality management system, and difficulty in understanding and applying the requirements to crop production. GS PROGRESS S COMMITMENT We guarantee state of the art knowledge and hands-on teaching and examination methods that allow for an effective outcome, ensuring that the participants are able to immediately apply their newly acquired knowledge and skills adding value to their organizations. We are committed to integrate innovative methods of teaching and examinations and maintaining our training materials updated based on innovation and market needs. Our trainers and examiners are experts in the subject matter, with proven experience and teaching skills. This model integrates the criteria of ISO 22006:2009 for crop producers and users (farmers, vegetables, flowers, seeds and livestock), this Certificate of Competence is unique so far and my company, GS Progress, has taken initiatives to be the first use it so I hope you will join and be the first Comprehensive management auditors with this approach in your field. WHY TRAINING WITH EXAMINATION UNDER THE NEW COMPETENCY SCHEME? Under the new competency scheme, candidates are required to demonstrate the required knowledge and skills under a given set of examination criteria as per industry standard. The training is focused on equipping you with the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully pass the examinations for each competency module. Examination methods are designed to be fair, reliable and valid. After successful completion you may apply to Exemplar Global for Auditor Certification. WHY APPLY TO EXEMPLAR GLOBAL FOR QMS AUDITOR CERTIFICATION? Certification with Exemplar Global International (Exemplar Global) provides certified persons with an internationally recognized qualification. Auditors certified under this scheme by Exemplar Global can demonstrate that they have been independently evaluated as meeting the standards established by Exemplar Global using ISO19011:2011 Guidelines for quality and/or environmental management systems auditing as guidance. This provides confidence and assurance in audit outcomes for the auditee and industry. QMS LEAD AUDITOR TRAINING COURSE The competence and preparedness of a lead auditor is crucial to the performance of an audit team, and ultimately to the success of a management system. This hands-on training is designed to provide participants GSP-FL-QM-ISO22006.r4 Issued: Nov. 10, 2015 Page 5 of 11
with the knowledge, skills and expertise that are necessary to effectively conduct a management system audit and lead an audit team. Successful candidates will be issued a *Exemplar Global certified certificate of competence in three competencies: QM for Quality Management Systems, AU for Management Systems Auditing, and TL for Leading Management Systems Audit Teams. SPECIAL MODULE 4: ISO 22006:2009 Guidelines for the application of ISO 9001:2000 in crop production. ISO 22006:2009 gives you the guidelines to assist crop producers in the adoption of ISO 9001:2015 for crop production processes. The term "crop" includes seasonal crops (such as grains, pulses, oilseeds, spices, fruit and vegetables), row-planted crops that are cultivated, perennial crops that are managed over a period of time, and wild crops that are not formally planted or managed. Horticultural crops provide an even broader range of types from annual and perennial fruits, vegetables, and ornamental flowering plants to perennial shrubs and trees, and root crops. These diverse crops require a broad range of planting, cultivating, pest control, and harvesting methods and practices. Decisions regarding planting, growing, and harvesting activities can be similar, although specific steps can be quite different when considering the range of crops. In this module we give a detail applications of the: Steps toward a quality management system, Writing a Quality Manual Documenting the Quality Management System, Quality Management Principles, Example crop production processes and sub processes with tips Bibliography. ISO 22006:2009 gives guidelines on the use and application of ISO 9001:2015 to the establishment and management of a quality management system (QMS) by an organization involved in crop production. ISO 22006:2009 is not intended to change, add or reduce the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, nor is it intended for certification. Further down the supply chain, in manufacturing processes, the language of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000 is considered more appropriate. The need for an ISO 9001:2015-based system containing agricultural terminology became apparent due to difficulties in the interpretation of the language of ISO 9001:2015 for crop production applications QMS INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINING COURSE Those candidates who only wish to act as internal auditors of the implemented Management System only need to attend the respective Modules 1, 2 and 4 (see below) of the flexible training program. A candidate who successfully obtains the necessary levels of competency in Module 1 and 2 will be awarded a *Exemplar Global certified Certificate of Attainment which is valid as an Internal Auditor qualification. It also provides for the qualification of Provisional Auditor with an international auditor registration body such as Exemplar Global. Candidates wishing to obtain higher auditor qualification than Internal Auditor / Provisional Auditor would also need to successfully complete module 3. This certificate provides the basis for becoming an auditor qualified to lead the audit teams for conducting external audits. Graduates seeking a certification grade beyond Provisional must apply directly to Exemplar Global, and demonstrate the additional skills, personal attributes and qualifications required for the grade they seek. Refer to Exemplar Global website www.rabqsa.com for further details. GSP-FL-QM-ISO22006.r4 Issued: Nov. 10, 2015 Page 6 of 11
QMS LEAD AUDITOR COURSE CONTENT Interpretation, focusing on relevance and added value of each clause and how to assess its effective implementation. Understand the application of Quality Management Principles in the context of ISO 9001:2015 Relate the quality management system to the organizational products, including services, and operational processes. Managers of farm operations should be aware that the ultimate goal of implementing ISO 9001:2015 into their businesses should be a combination of improved performance, financial results and customer satisfaction. In order to achieve this result, farm managers should keep an eye on what is practical and work to implement their quality management system with these final results in mind. It is important to keep in mind that while there may be costs, time and efforts involved in the ISO 9001:2015 implementation effort, the ultimate goal is to achieve results that outweigh these initial costs. Understand and apply process-approached auditing Understand and apply value-added auditing practices Understand the application of the principles, procedures and techniques of auditing. Understand the conduct of an effective audit in the context of the auditee s organizational situation. Understand the application of the regulations, and other considerations that are relevant to the audit management system, and the conduct of the audit. Practice personal attributes necessary for the effective and efficient conduct of a management system audit. Establish, plan and task the activities of an audit team. Communicate effectively with the auditee and audit client. Organize and direct audit team members. Prevent and resolve conflict with the auditee and/or within the audit team. Prepare and complete the audit report. Bring value to the customer/stockholder for every finding MODUALR APPROACH TO MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS TRAINING AND EXAMINATIONS GSP is offering a flexible, modular-style of training which enables you to choose the speed in which you wish to progress to the auditor qualification. The training and examinations are competency based and each candidate attending will be required to demonstrate that they have obtained the necessary levels of competence as required by the Industry based competencies units. Candidates will be assessed as either Competent or Not-Yet-Competent. Should a candidate not achieve the desired level of competency they will be advised of the area(s) where competency is yet to be achieved and will be given the opportunity to achieve the desired competency? Managers should be aware that the ultimate goal of implementing ISO 9001:2015 into their businesses should be a combination of improved performance, financial results and customer satisfaction; Annex A (informative) Clarification of new structure, terminology and concepts; Annex B (informative) Other International Standards on quality management and quality management systems developed by ISO/TC; GSP-FL-QM-ISO22006.r4 Issued: Nov. 10, 2015 Page 7 of 11
Interpretation, focusing on relevance and added value of each clause and how to assess its effective implementation. TRAINING MODULES AT ONE GLANCE Module 1 - Exemplar Global- QM or other A 1-day seminar Module 2 Exemplar Global-AU A 1.5-day workshop Module 3 Exemplar Global-TL A 1.5-day workshop 9001:2015 including the seven quality management principles, High Level Structure Annex SL; Focus on risk management at the organizational level; addressing risks and opportunities associated with its context and objectives; Process approach incorporating the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle and riskbased thinking; Overview of ISO 9001:2015: Clause 4: Context of the organization, 5: Leadership, 6: Planning, 7: Support, 8 Operation: Performance evaluation, 10: Improvement, Transition to ISO 9001:2015 certification; Understanding and application of auditing techniques and principles as defined by the International Auditing Standard. ISO 19011: 2011 Guidelines Applicable to all management systems including Quality, Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, Food Safety, Product Certification, etc. It involves audit planning, evaluation and analysis of audit findings from case studies, preparation of audit findings and audit report, and techniques of conducting closing meeting with the audit client. On the fundamentals and principles of managing the audit programmed and leading an audit team. Establish, plan and task the activities of an audit team, organize and direct audit team members, prevent and resolve conflict with the auditee and /or within audit team and prepare and complete an audit report. Module 4: ISO 22006:2009 Guidelines for the application of ISO 9001:2015 in crop production (standard none certifiable) A 1.5-day seminar Analyze the eleven basic crop processes alien ISO 9001:9008 oriented to multisite integral managements system. The size and complexity of the farm and associated crop requirements will determine the actual applicability of the processes and sub processes listed. Users of this standard may find it helpful to refer to this list and select the processes, sub process and appropriate tips that may apply to their unique needs. Users of this standard may select their own processes and sub processes or may modify any processes or sub processes suggested by the table as needed by their farm operation. Associated to the farm sub process as: 1. Planning 2. Land allocation 3. Allocating/purchasing crop inputs 4. Field preparation 5. Field planting 6. Field activities 7. Pre-harvest and producer controlled storage activities 9. Crop management transportation and handling 10. Storage 11. Distribution and delivery Allocating/purchasing seed/root stock, production inputs, services/labor, custom application services input purchases Field Preparation or suggested title might be Crop Management: Confirm Field Selection, Soil testing, Soil Amendment, Crop protection chemical application, Equipment management Reconfirm: field plan, field selection customer, farm and regulatory requirements, Identification, transportation, segregation, handling and storage of Genetic material, Pre- Planting Plant, Record unused or nonconforming inputs and disposition action Replant Scouting, Input application, Crop and field maintenance, Field inspection and Final verification of contract labor and equipment availability and suitability Determine harvest timetable and sequence, adjust harvest timetable and schedule based on actual field, weather and crop conditions, Harvest equipment cleanout, Monitoring and adjustment of equipment, Harvest Crop, Crop testing (quality and condition, etc.) Transportation and Handling, Identification and Segregation, Equipment cleanout, Crop Verification, Transport, Maintenance of identity and segregation, Handling / processing equipment, Crop handling / processing, Cleanliness of storage facilities: (bins, silos, containers, etc.) Control and monitor storage environment and conditions, Control and monitor crop quality, condition, specifications and characteristics, Crop security GSP-FL-QM-ISO22006.r4 Issued: Nov. 10, 2015 Page 8 of 11
8. Harvest testing Contract review, Crop attribute testing, Yield estimate, Final equipment preparation, Inspection of storage facilities Who should attend? Those who are required to conduct internal/external quality audits. Those who are responsible for developing, implementing or maintaining effective quality management system based on ISO 9001:2015 standards. Managers who would like to get a deep understanding of the quality management principles and the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and its benefits. All those responsible for internal audits of quality systems, including department managers and supervisory candidate, quality managers and quality engineers. Those designing and implementing quality systems. Directors and executives who wish to improve profitability through effective quality management systems. Auditors and Lead Auditors who are required to conduct external management system audits by leading the Audit Team. Those responsible for the internal audit program of an organization. Those responsible for supply chain compliance. By the end of this course, participants will be able to Understand the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 including the eight quality management principles; Identify situations within their own organizations that are non-compliant with the quality management standards; Identify processes within their own organizations that must be controlled or improved. describe the basic principles and requirements of internal/external auditing as set out in the standards for Quality Systems. analyze their organizations requirements for the appropriate application of internal auditing activities. plan, conduct and complete internal/external audits, effectively, within the guidelines set out in the standard. identify appropriate communication and interpersonal skills which are to be exhibited by auditors. Establish, plan and task the activities of an audit team. Communicate effectively with the auditee and audit client Organize and direct audit team members Prevent and resolve conflict with the auditee and /or within audit team Prepare and complete an audit report. Course Recognition Benefits This model integrates the criteria of ISO 22006 for crop producers and users (farmers, vegetables, flowers, seeds and livestock), this Certificate of Competence is unique so far and my company, GS Progress, has taken initiatives to be the first use it so I hope you will join and be the first Comprehensive management auditors with this approach in your field. Application of ISO systems in food/fiber supply chains It is anticipated that ISO 22006:2009 will be applied in crop production at the beginning of crop based supply chains, where producers and in some cases first buyers of crops are still considered as bulk commodities are involved. The need for an ISO 9001:2015 based system containing crop language evolved when it became apparent that the language of ISO 9001:2015 was difficult to interpret in crop production applications. ISO 22006:2009 is a guidance document similar to ISO 15161 (ISO 15161 covers the application of ISO 9001 in the food and drink industry) Pre-requisites GSP-FL-QM-ISO22006.r4 Issued: Nov. 10, 2015 Page 9 of 11
Who should attend? WHO SHOULD ATTEND Anyone involved in the planning, implementing or supervising any management system, ISO 9001 auditors and quality practitioners, trainers and consultants, operations, personnel those responsible for planning and scheduling an audit program to assure compliance, corporate governance managers, risk and compliance managers, Module 1 or equivalent*. The standard covers all types of organizations (e.g. commercial enterprises, government agencies, nonprofits), all sizes (from microbusinesses to huge multinationals), and all industries or markets (e.g. retail, export import organization, Forward Air Transportation Services, Banking, Defence, Healthcare, Education, Hospitality, Metal mechanics, Construction and government organization and enterprises) *For equivalency evaluation please contact our office, Quality Management Systems experience is an advantage. It is recommended that participants should have some prior knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Participants shall have prior knowledge of Good Practice guidelines for their specific industry. GMP, GHP of food safety management systems standards, including knowledge of HACCP principles Module 1 and Module 2 or equivalent*. *For equivalency evaluation please contact our office Any business manager who is looking to get more from their management system and the process of continual improvement The successful candidates will be able to choose the type of Exemplar Global certificate of competence listed in the table below: United States GSProgress Inc-office www.gsprogress.us ITC (Miami Free Zone) 2315 NW 107th Ave Suite 1M28 #117 Doral, FL 33172 Website: www.gsprogress.us Email: info@gsprogress.us Africa Trade Development Center Nigeria Mr. Kayode Olowu kohl.limited@gmail.com Telephone: +601-464-73054 Skype: Kayode_olowu231 Miami: NW 107th Ave. Suite 1M06 # 12, Doral, FL 33172 Telephone: +1 305-416-9201 www.africatdc.com, Azubuike.okonmah@gmail.com GSP-FL-QM-ISO22006.r4 Issued: Nov. 10, 2015 Page 10 of 11