Conduct Gap Analysis: Compare your current Food Safety Management System (FSMS) with the ISO 22000:2018 requirements to identify areas needing improvement.
2. Training and Awareness
Train Key Personnel: Ensure key personnel understand ISO 22000:2018 requirements and their role in food safety management.
3. System Design and Documentation
Design and Document FSMS: Develop a food safety policy, set food safety objectives, and create procedures for hazard identification and control (HACCP approach), monitoring, measurement, and corrective actions.
4. Implementation
Implement the FSMS: Ensure the system's processes are followed, train employees, and maintain food safety measures across the organization.
5. Internal Audits and Management Review
Conduct Internal Audits: Assess FSMS effectiveness and address non-conformities with corrective actions. Management reviews ensure the system is aligned with company objectives and ISO 22000:2018.
6. Certification Audit
Two-Stage Audit: A certification body will conduct a two-stage audit:
Stage 1: Document review to ensure proper FSMS design.
Stage 2: Site audit to assess FSMS implementation and compliance with ISO 22000:2018.
7. Certification Issuance
If the audit is successful, the ISO 22000:2018 certification will be issued. Ongoing compliance requires annual surveillance audits.
Benefits of ISO 22000:2018 Certification
Improved Food Safety and Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates food safety hazards, reducing risks of contamination and illnesses.
Enhanced Consumer Confidence: Signals commitment to food safety, increasing customer trust and loyalty.
Competitive Advantage: Differentiates organizations in the marketplace, especially for contracts and retailer dealings.
Regulatory Compliance: Meets food safety regulations, reducing penalties and recalls.
Improved Operational Efficiency: Optimizes processes, reducing waste, and improving consistency in product quality.
Better Supplier Relationships: Ensures food safety practices throughout the supply chain, minimizing risks for all parties involved.
Continuous Improvement: Encourages ongoing evaluation and enhancement of food safety processes.
Global Recognition: ISO 22000:2018 is internationally recognized, facilitating access to global markets.
