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ISO 22000 Certification for Food Businesses
Demonstrate your commitment to food safety with an internationally recognised management system standard.
ISO 22000 certification helps your organisation identify and control food safety hazards, improve operational consistency and build confidence among customers, partners and other stakeholders.
ISO 22000 certification helps your organisation identify and control food safety hazards, improve operational consistency and build confidence among customers, partners and other stakeholders.
What Is ISO 22000?
ISO 22000 is an international standard that defines the requirements for a Food Safety Management System, also known as an FSMS.
It provides organisations with a structured framework for identifying, assessing and controlling food safety hazards throughout their activities. The standard combines the principles of HACCP with system management, prerequisite programmes, communication across the food chain and continual improvement.
ISO 22000 can be applied by organisations of any size and at any stage of the food chain. Certification provides independent confirmation that the organisation’s food safety management system has been evaluated against the requirements of the standard.
ISO 22000 incorporates HACCP principles and combines them with prerequisite programmes, communication and a broader management-system approach.
It provides organisations with a structured framework for identifying, assessing and controlling food safety hazards throughout their activities. The standard combines the principles of HACCP with system management, prerequisite programmes, communication across the food chain and continual improvement.
ISO 22000 can be applied by organisations of any size and at any stage of the food chain. Certification provides independent confirmation that the organisation’s food safety management system has been evaluated against the requirements of the standard.
ISO 22000 incorporates HACCP principles and combines them with prerequisite programmes, communication and a broader management-system approach.
Who Is ISO 22000 Certification For?
ISO 22000 certification is suitable for organisations that are directly or indirectly involved in the food chain. It can be implemented by both small businesses and large international organisations.
Food Manufacturers and Processors
Companies producing, processing, preparing or packaging food products.
Ingredient and Additive Producers
Manufacturers and suppliers of food ingredients, additives, processing aids and other materials used in food production.
Packaging Manufacturers
Companies producing packaging and food-contact materials used throughout the food supply chain.
Storage and Logistics Providers
Warehouses, distribution centres, transport companies and other organisations responsible for handling food products.
Retail and Food Service Businesses
Retailers, wholesalers, catering companies, restaurants and other food service providers.
Supporting Service Providers
Suppliers of equipment, cleaning services, sanitation products and other services connected with food safety.
Benefits of ISO 22000 Certification
ISO 22000 certification demonstrates that your organisation follows a systematic approach to food safety and has established processes for managing relevant hazards.
Improve Food Safety Risk Management
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Build Customer and Partner Confidence
Provide independent evidence that your food safety management system has been assessed against an internationally recognised standard.
Strengthen Internal Processes
Clearly define responsibilities, improve communication and create a consistent approach to food safety across the organisation.
Support Regulatory Compliance
Establish processes for identifying, understanding and addressing applicable food safety requirements.
Improve Supply Chain Communication
Create a structured approach to exchanging relevant food safety information with suppliers, contractors, customers and other interested parties.
Create New Business Opportunities
Meet certification requirements requested by customers and strengthen your position in domestic and international supply chains.
The ISO 22000 Certification Process
The certification process is planned according to your organisation’s size, activities, locations, complexity and requested certification scope.
- Application and Initial ReviewYou provide information about your organisation, products, processes, locations and requested scope of certification. GIC reviews the application and confirms whether the certification service can be provided.1
- Certification ProposalBased on the submitted information, GIC determines the required audit duration and prepares a certification proposal. Once the conditions have been agreed, the certification agreement is signed and the audit is scheduled.2
- Stage 1 AuditThe auditor reviews the documented food safety management system and evaluates the organisation’s readiness for the main certification audit.3
- Stage 2 AuditThe auditor evaluates how the food safety management system has been implemented in practice and whether it meets the applicable requirements of ISO 22000.4
- Certification DecisionEach member of our team has at least 5 years of legal experience. They use their knowledge to make our clients' lives better.5
- Surveillance and RecertificationSurveillance audits are conducted during the certification cycle to confirm that the management system continues to meet the applicable requirements.6
Why Choose GIC for ISO 22000 Certification?
GUARD IS CERTIFICATION is an international certification body providing certification services for ISO management system standards and specialised food and feed safety schemes.
Our certification process is organised around clear communication, transparent stages and an understanding of each organisation’s activities. Auditors are selected based on the requested certification scope, industry sector and relevant professional experience, allowing the audit to reflect the actual processes and risks of your business.
GIC supports organisations of different sizes and structures, including companies operating across several locations. From the initial application and audit planning to the certification decision and subsequent surveillance audits, our team provides clear information about the requirements, documentation and next steps.
Certificates issued by GIC can also be verified through our online certificate database, helping customers, partners and other stakeholders confirm their current status and validity.
Our certification process is organised around clear communication, transparent stages and an understanding of each organisation’s activities. Auditors are selected based on the requested certification scope, industry sector and relevant professional experience, allowing the audit to reflect the actual processes and risks of your business.
GIC supports organisations of different sizes and structures, including companies operating across several locations. From the initial application and audit planning to the certification decision and subsequent surveillance audits, our team provides clear information about the requirements, documentation and next steps.
Certificates issued by GIC can also be verified through our online certificate database, helping customers, partners and other stakeholders confirm their current status and validity.
Questions About ISO 22000 Certification
Find clear answers to the most common questions about ISO 22000 certification, including eligibility, audit requirements, timelines and the certification process.
HACCP is a methodology used to identify, assess and control significant food safety hazards.
ISO 22000 incorporates HACCP principles into a broader Food Safety Management System. In addition to hazard control, the standard covers management responsibilities, communication, prerequisite programmes, documented information, performance evaluation and continual improvement.
ISO 22000 incorporates HACCP principles into a broader Food Safety Management System. In addition to hazard control, the standard covers management responsibilities, communication, prerequisite programmes, documented information, performance evaluation and continual improvement.
Any organisation directly or indirectly involved in the food chain can apply, regardless of its size.
This may include food manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, packaging manufacturers, storage and transport providers, retailers, catering businesses and suppliers of food-related services.
This may include food manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, packaging manufacturers, storage and transport providers, retailers, catering businesses and suppliers of food-related services.
The timeframe depends on the size and complexity of the organisation, the number of employees and locations, the requested certification scope and the organisation’s readiness for the audit.
Additional time may be required when nonconformities are identified and corrective actions must be submitted and reviewed.
Additional time may be required when nonconformities are identified and corrective actions must be submitted and reviewed.
GIC normally requires information about your organisation’s activities, products, production processes, number of employees, locations, existing management systems and requested certification scope.
Additional information may be requested to calculate the audit duration and prepare an accurate certification proposal.
Additional information may be requested to calculate the audit duration and prepare an accurate certification proposal.
No. ISO 22000 certification does not replace inspections conducted by regulatory authorities and does not remove the organisation’s responsibility to comply with applicable legislation.
It independently confirms that the organisation’s food safety management system has been evaluated against the requirements of ISO 22000.
It independently confirms that the organisation’s food safety management system has been evaluated against the requirements of ISO 22000.
Multi-site certification may be possible when the locations operate under a common management system that is centrally controlled and regularly evaluated.
The organisation’s structure and eligibility for multi-site certification are assessed during the application review.
The organisation’s structure and eligibility for multi-site certification are assessed during the application review.
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