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What is ISO 22000:2018?
ISO 22000 Certification is an international standard that defines the requirements of a food safety management system covering all organizations in the food chain from “farm to fork”. The standard combines generally recognized key elements to ensure food safety along the food chain
The food chain consists of the entire sequence of stages and operations involved in the creation and consumption of food products. This includes every step from initial production to final consumption. More precisely, it includes the production, processing, distribution, storage, and handling of all food and food ingredients.
The food chain also includes organizations that do not directly handle food. These include organizations that produce feed for animals that produce food and for animals that will be used as food. It also includes organizations that produce materials that will eventually come into contact with food or food ingredients.
ISO 22000:2005 Certification is also for companies seeking to integrate their quality management system, for example ISO 9001, and their food safety management system.
Why FSMS?
Food Safety Management has become the need of hour worldwide and if businesses choose to ignore it, they will have you bear the consequences. By obtaining an ISO 22000 certification, you will prove your commitment to food safety and adherence to respective food safety regulations.
By obtaining an ISO 22000 certification, you will prove your dedication to food safety to your customers and stakeholders. Moreover, you will gain a worldwide recognized certification on Food Safety Management, where you will learn all the processes and policies needed to mitigate risks and enhance accountability and transparency. This will, in turn, will you a competitive advantage by improving your brand’s reputation and leading to potential increases in business volume.
ISO 22000 Certification Benefits
- Definition of clear and concrete objectives of the food safety management model
- Increased product traceability along the supply chain
- Guaranteed satisfaction of the expectations of consumers and business partners as regards quality and safety
- Demonstration of conformity with legal requirements
- Effective risks management
- Facilitation of access to funding and the acquisition of points in tender competitions.
- Fact based decision making
- Mutually beneficial supplier relationship
- Continually improve and update your systems so it stays effective