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FSSC 22000

The FSSC 22000 system offers a certification model that can be used in the food manufacturing industry and the related supply chain to ensure food safety standards and processes.

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    FSSC 22000

    About the standard

    It is a food safety management system certification scheme. It provides a structured, risk-based approach to managing food safety, strengthening continuous improvement and integrating the system into the organization’s overall management.

    Key benefits

    What does it assess?

    Criteria

    • ISO 22000: food safety management system and risk-based approach.
    • Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs): technical requirements applicable according to the sector and food chain category.
    • FSSC additional requirements: additional elements established by FSSC 22000 beyond ISO 22000 and the PRPs.
    • System integration and performance: assessment of the implementation, effectiveness and improvement of the management system.
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    FAQ’s

    It is a certification scheme for food safety management systems, based on ISO 22000, prerequisite programs, and additional FSSC requirements.

    It applies to organizations involved in different stages of the food chain. The applicable category depends on their activities, processes, products, and services.

    FSSC 22000 incorporates the requirements of ISO 22000, sector-specific prerequisite programs, and additional requirements established by the scheme.

    It assesses the implementation and effectiveness of the management system, hazard analysis and control, prerequisite programs, compliance with applicable requirements, and continuous improvement.

    It must verify the implementation of its system, maintain up-to-date records, conduct internal audits, review its performance, and address any identified gaps or corrective actions.

    The duration depends on the scope, the food chain category, the size and complexity of the organization, its processes, and the number of employees.