What is FSSC 22000?

FSSC is a standard created 12 years ago by the FSSC Foundation, recognised by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), together, amongst others, with BRC and IFS. FSSC 22000 is based on the widely recognized Food Management System Standard ISO 22000. This scheme outlines the requirements for developing, implementing, and operating a food safety management system. The FSSC 22000 audit requirements are aligned with the existing standard ISO 22000:2018, relevant prerequisite programs (PRPs), technical specifications, and the additional requirements of FSSC.

Who needs it & What are the Benefits?

FSSC 22000 can be applied to organizations of any size or complexity within the food/feed supply chain. This encompasses manufacturers of various food and beverage products, ingredient/additive manufacturers, producers of pet and animal feed, as well as packaging manufacturers. Furthermore, the FSSC has broadened the scope of its standard to include transportation and storage, retail operations, and catering establishments.

Benefits

. FSSC 22000 is GFSI benchmarked (together, amongst BRCGS, IFS), recognized and accepted by the largest brands and retailers and also by the European cooperation for Accreditation (EA).

. Certification to FSSC 22000 demonstrates a commitment to food safety and provide confidence to your customers.

. Provides a systematic methodology to effectively identify and manage food safety risks

. Promotes the review of and continual improvement of your food safety management system

. Improved employee engagement, increasing awareness of food risks and promotion of food safety

Already certified to ISO 22000 or other GFSI standard?

A food company that is already certified to ISO 22000 or IFS or BRC can make a transition to FSSC 22000 by adopting the additional requirements set by the FSSC and the relevant PRP standard. This transition can be undertaken during any audit within your three-year certification cycle and will lead to the issuance of a new FSSC certificate.

If you would like to discuss your FSSC 22000 food safety systems certification and auditing needs, please don't hesitate to contact us today.

The Certification is provided by the BM CERT body with ESYD accreditation.