IFS Certification
IFS Certification
ISO 22000 Certification
ISO 22000 Certification: Ensuring safe food - from the farm to the kitchen table
The establishment of a food safety management system according to ISO 22000 is of considerable importance when managing risks in the food and feed industry.
Quality requirements have become more complex due to higher degrees of processing and increasingly diverse raw materials used in international food trends.
- Early identification of possible dangers
- Uniform, comprehensive quality standard for all processes in connection with food and animal feeds
- Effective provision against liability risks
- Confidence-building active communication with supply chain stakeholders, government agencies and end users
About ISO 22000 Certification
The certification process according to ISO 22000 includes, among others:
- The establishment of a management system for food safety in accordance with ISO 22000 is largely analogous to the well-known ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards. This makes it much easier for certified companies to fulfil their legal obligations within the framework of product liability (organizational, selection, control, documentation and due diligence obligations).
- The focus is on the identification, assessment and control of all possible hazards to food safety. The transparent disclosure of all information from the entire production chain that is or can become relevant for safety concerns is also central.
- The implementation of a HACCP concept for preventive hazard analysis and definition of relevant control points is assumed, as are the concepts behind good manufacturing, good hygiene and good agricultural practices.
Our ISO 22000 Certification Process:
1. Information
project meeting on-site, and preparation for certification, including a document review.
project meeting on-site, and preparation for certification, including a document review.
2. On-Site Audit
Readiness analysis with evaluation and review of the management system description, assessment of documented processes, and follow-up audit (to verify corrective actions), if applicable.
Readiness analysis with evaluation and review of the management system description, assessment of documented processes, and follow-up audit (to verify corrective actions), if applicable.
3. Certificate and Seal
After successful certification, you will receive your certificate and the DEKRA inspection seal (valid for a maximum of three years).
After successful certification, you will receive your certificate and the DEKRA inspection seal (valid for a maximum of three years).
4. Annual Surveillance Audits
Every 12 months, the practical implementation will be reviewed.
Every 12 months, the practical implementation will be reviewed.
5. Recertification
After three years, the recertification audit takes place, and steps 2 to 6 will be repeated
After three years, the recertification audit takes place, and steps 2 to 6 will be repeated
Revision of ISO 22000
The revised version of the Food Safety Management Systems standard, ISO 22000, was published in June 2018. Like the revised ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015, the standard was aligned with the High-Level Structure (HLS), which simplifies the integration of the standard into an existing management system. Additionally, the standard adopts a risk-based approach and describes two distinct Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycles.
Furthermore, ISO 22000:2018 has been adjusted to meet the growing demands related to food safety, with a particular focus on prevention at different stages of the food chain.
Since the release of the revision in 2018, companies had three years to become certified to the new ISO 22000:2018. This transition period ended on December 31, 2021, according to the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) Resolution.
Gain from our expertise
- With ISO 22000 certification by our experts, manufacturers and suppliers reduce their liability risks and demonstrate themselves as quality-oriented, reliable partners in the food industry, across borders. Rely on our many years of experience in food certifications.
- The structure of the food safety management system is largely based on that of other well-known standards. This allows us to conduct combined certifications with other management systems, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001/OHSAS 18001. Additionally, our portfolio includes over 40 accreditations and approvals!
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has updated its management system standards to better address climate change, encouraging companies to take corresponding actions and make sustainable improvements.
This extension applies to all ISO management system standards of type A, including ISO 22000. Certified companies must integrate climate change into their planning and consider the needs of their stakeholders. The implementation of these new requirements is immediate and will be monitored by us as the certification body. Failure to comply may result in non-conformity.
Do you need additional information about the new requirements regarding climate change in management systems? Contact us.
Management System Certification is offered by DEKRA Certification GmbH and operates independently of all training and consultancy services offered by other DEKRA units.