ISO 22000 Certification
ISO 22000 Certification helps organizations establish, implement, maintain and continually improve a Food Safety Management System (FSMS). It provides a systematic approach to identifying, evaluating and controlling food safety hazards throughout the food chain.
ISO 22000:2018 is an international standard applicable to organizations directly or indirectly involved in the food chain. It can help organizations demonstrate their ability to consistently provide safe products and services while meeting applicable food safety requirements.
What is ISO 22000 Certification?
ISO 22000 is an international standard for Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS). It combines food safety management principles with the HACCP approach, prerequisite programmes and interactive communication to help organizations manage food safety hazards across their operations.
The standard can be applied by organizations of different sizes and types throughout the food chain, including food manufacturers, primary producers, food service organizations, retailers, storage and transportation providers, packaging organizations and other related businesses.
Why is ISO 22000 Certification Important?
Food safety requires a systematic approach throughout the supply chain. ISO 22000 provides a framework for organizations to identify and control food safety hazards and establish processes for maintaining food safety.
Implementing an effective FSMS can help organizations improve food safety controls, strengthen internal processes, meet applicable requirements and demonstrate their commitment to food safety to customers and other interested parties.
Benefits of ISO 22000 Certification
Helps establish a structured Food Safety Management System.
Supports the identification and control of food safety hazards.
Improves food safety processes and organizational controls.
Helps organizations meet applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Supports greater customer and stakeholder confidence.
Improves communication of food safety responsibilities across the food chain.
Can support access to customers and markets where food safety management requirements are expected.
Provides a framework for continual improvement of the food safety management system.
Who Can Get ISO 22000 Certification?
ISO 22000 can be applied by organizations of different sizes and complexity that are directly or indirectly involved in the food chain.
Examples include:
Food and beverage manufacturers.
Food processing organizations.
Food ingredient manufacturers and suppliers.
Agricultural and primary production organizations.
Food storage and warehousing organizations.
Transportation and distribution companies.
Catering and food service organizations.
Retailers and wholesalers.
Food packaging organizations.
Organizations supplying food-contact materials.
Cleaning and sanitation service providers.
Other organizations supporting the food supply chain.
Key Elements of ISO 22000
ISO 22000 incorporates important elements that support an effective Food Safety Management System, including:
Supports communication of food safety information across relevant parts of the food chain.
Provides a management system framework for controlling food safety processes.
Supports the conditions and activities needed to maintain a suitable food safety environment.
Incorporates HACCP principles to support systematic food safety hazard control.
Supports identification and control of food safety hazards.
Supports monitoring and evaluation of food safety processes.
Provides a framework for continually improving the Food Safety Management System.
ISO 22000:2018 Certification
ISO 22000:2018 specifies requirements for a Food Safety Management System for organizations in the food chain. The standard is designed to help organizations plan, implement, operate, maintain and update their FSMS and demonstrate conformity with relevant food safety requirements.
ISO 22000:2018 remains the current published edition of the standard. ISO has also published Amendment 1:2024 concerning climate action changes, while a revised edition is currently under development.
ISO 22000 Certification Process
The certification process generally involves several stages to evaluate the organization's Food Safety Management System.
The organization submits an application and relevant information about its operations.
The certification process and applicable requirements are reviewed.
The organization's documented management system and readiness are evaluated.
The implementation and effectiveness of the Food Safety Management System are assessed.
Any identified nonconformities are addressed by the organization where applicable.
The certification body reviews the audit results and makes the certification decision according to its applicable procedures.
Periodic surveillance activities may be conducted according to the applicable certification programme.
ISO 22000 Certification Requirements
An organization seeking certification needs to establish and maintain a Food Safety Management System that addresses the applicable requirements of ISO 22000. This includes processes for managing food safety hazards, communication, operational controls, monitoring, evaluation and continual improvement.
The specific requirements applicable to an organization depend on its activities, products, processes, size and position within the food chain.
Why Choose BMG Certification?
BMG Certification provides conformity assessment and certification-related services for organizations seeking to demonstrate conformity with applicable management system standards.
Our approach focuses on understanding the organization's processes and applicable requirements while supporting an effective and systematic certification process.
Frequently Asked Questions About ISO 22000
What is ISO 22000?
ISO 22000 is an international standard that specifies requirements for a Food Safety Management System (FSMS) for organizations involved directly or indirectly in the food chain.
Is ISO 22000 the same as HACCP?
No. ISO 22000 is a Food Safety Management System standard that incorporates HACCP principles along with other elements such as system management, prerequisite programmes and interactive communication.
Who needs ISO 22000 Certification?
Organizations throughout the food chain can use ISO 22000, including food manufacturers, producers, retailers, caterers, storage and transportation organizations and other related service providers.
Is ISO 22000:2018 still valid?
Yes. ISO 22000:2018 remains the current published edition of ISO 22000. ISO has also published Amendment 1:2024, while a revised edition is under development.
Does ISO issue ISO 22000 certificates?
ISO develops and publishes standards but does not perform certification. Certification is carried out by independent certification bodies.
How can I apply for ISO 22000 Certification?
You can contact BMG Certification to discuss your organization's requirements, scope and certification process.
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