Food Safety Management System Certification

ISO 22000

ISO 22000 certifies a food safety management system that integrates interactive communication, system management, prerequisite programs and HACCP principles across the food chain.

ISO 22000

Why it matters

ISO 22000 provides an internationally recognized framework for managing food safety systematically. Certification improves confidence across the supply chain, supports regulatory compliance, and demonstrates a mature, auditable food safety culture.

Who it applies to

Any organization in the food chain — producers, manufacturers, transporters, storage, retail and service providers, and suppliers of equipment and packaging.

Key requirements

A documented food safety management system, hazard analysis and control planning, prerequisite programs, interactive communication, management commitment, internal audits, and continual improvement.

Certification Journey

A clear, step-by-step path

  1. 1

    Application & FSMS Scope

    Define the food safety management system scope, sites and audit duration.

  2. 2

    Stage 1 — Readiness

    We review PRPs, HACCP documentation and FSMS readiness for the Stage 2 audit.

  3. 3

    Stage 2 — On-Site

    An on-site audit assesses implementation and effectiveness of the FSMS.

  4. 4

    Corrective Actions

    Resolve non-conformities with root-cause analysis and verified evidence.

  5. 5

    Certification Decision

    An independent panel grants certification for a three-year cycle.

  6. 6

    Surveillance & Recertification

    Annual surveillance and a recertification audit before expiry maintain the cycle.

How QualiTrust supports you

QualiTrust delivers a structured, accredited certification pathway with defined Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits, qualified lead auditors and a firm but fair certification decision process. We keep communication clear at every milestone and support you through surveillance and recertification so your management system stays effective and continually improves.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

FSSC 22000 combines ISO 22000 with sector-specific prerequisite programs and additional requirements, and is GFSI-recognized; ISO 22000 alone is not.

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