FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System
FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System
What is FSSC 22000?
Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 is an internationally recognized certification program that includes ISO 22000 and industry-specific Prerequisite Programs (PRP) and additional requirements of FSSC. FSSC 22000 has been developed as an auditable and certifiable standard of food safety management system in line with customer demands.
FSSC 22000 has received Global Recognition by GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) as well as other food safety programs such as BRC or IFS. The certification program is owned by the Food Safety Certification Foundation.
You can find out the areas where Vericert is accredited on the fssc web page. ( https://www.fssc.com/trust/certification-bodies/ )
In which areas can FSSC 22000 be certified?
FSSC 22000 certification can be certified in the following areas by prioritizing food safety and quality management:
- Domestic animal food manufacturing
- Food and ingredient production
- Food packaging production
- Warehousing, distribution, transportation and logistics
- Animal feed production
- Biochemical production
FSSC 22000 benefits?
Compliance with the requirements of this globally recognized standard can benefit your organization in the following areas:
- Ensure that food is produced, prepared and processed according to the most recognized standards
- The organization's commitment to quality processes and continuous improvement
- Strengthening the organization's brand and providing access to the best retailers
- Minimizing risk and protecting corporate reputation
The difference between FSSC 22000 and ISO 22000
ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 are international standards and both contain the most important components for ensuring food safety. Two certification programs that are very similar and play a key role in ensuring safe and high quality food products.
The two programs are very similar because the FSSC 22000 program uses ISO 22000 as a requirement for the management system. However, FSSC 22000 contains additional requirements, including the Prerequisite Program (PRP), or universal procedures used to control working conditions in food factories, and specific requirements of FSSC to ensure consistency, integrity and management of the system.
The main difference between the two certifications is that unlike the ISO standard, the FSSC 22000 program is recognized by the GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative). GFSI recognition demonstrates that the program meets the highest standards globally and is accepted in the international food industry.
Certification
To be certified by Vericert, you must first implement a food safety management system that complies with the requirements of the standard. Vericert is an accredited certification body and can assist you with certification services.
