Different countries have developed a number of food safety standards. And food sector organisations often use their own codes to audit their suppliers. The sheer number of existing standards – and the cost involved in conforming to all of them – can make it nearly impossible to keep up with the different requirements in the global food market. Fortunately, there is a way to systematically ensure safety and control in all links of the food chain with just one standard. There are many other food safety standards available, but most of them are limited in scope. ISO 22000 is the only one to cover all organisations that produce, manufacture, handle, or supply food or feed, such as:
- Agricultural producers
- Feed and food manufacturers
- Processors
- Food outlets and caterers
- Retailers
- Service providers
- Transportation operators
- Storage providers
- Equipment manufacturers
- Biochemical manufacturers
- Packaging material manufacturers
ISO 22000 will give you a comprehensive, systematic and proactive approach to identifying food safety hazards and implementing effective control measures. The standard will make it easier for you to apply the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles:
- Comply with current food safety standards across different continents
- Help to document all techniques, methods and procedures in a thoroughly systematic way
- Increase traceability, efficiency and resourcefulness in the food chain
- Ensure that your supply chain is secure to meet growing food requirements
- ISO 22000 standard will enable you to participate in large scale food chains around the world