Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)
Food safety is a top priority for businesses operating in the global food industry. From producers and processors to retailers and service providers, organizations are under constant pressure to meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations. ISO 22000:2018 Certification provides a globally recognized framework to ensure food safety, prevent risks, and strengthen trust across the supply chain.
ISO 22000:2018 is the international standard for Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). It outlines requirements for organizations to identify, control, and prevent food safety hazards to ensure safe products for consumption.
ISO 22000:2018 is built on the High-Level Structure (HLS), making it compatible with standards like ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). It combines the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) with systematic management processes, ensuring food safety at every stage.
Implementing ISO 22000:2018 brings a wide range of benefits:
Ensures safe food practices throughout the supply chain.
Builds consumer confidence and trust in food products.
Helps organizations comply with national and international regulations.
Provides a competitive advantage in global markets.
Reduces risks of foodborne illnesses, recalls, and reputational damage.
Any organization in the food chain—producers, processors, distributors, retailers, packaging, transport, and even food service providers—can benefit from certification.
HACCP is a food safety tool, while ISO 22000 integrates HACCP principles into a comprehensive management system aligned with ISO standards.
No, it is voluntary. However, many global buyers, retailers, and regulators prefer or require certified suppliers.
Certification timelines depend on organization size and processes. On average, it takes 6–12 months.
It is valid for three years, with annual surveillance audits to ensure compliance.
Yes. Since ISO 22000 follows the High-Level Structure (HLS), integration with other ISO standards is straightforward.
Organizations must take corrective actions within the given timeframe to achieve or maintain certification.
Costs vary depending on organization size, scope of activities, and the certification body. They typically include training, documentation, audit, and surveillance fees.
Yes. The standard is flexible and can be implemented by small, medium, or large organizations involved in any stage of the food chain.
Evaluating your current system against ISO 22000 requirements
Creating policies, manuals, and SOPs aligned with the standard
Awareness, Internal Auditor, and implementation workshops for your team
Practical guidance to roll out QMS processes effectively
Mock audits and readiness checks before the certification body arrives
Helping you align ISO 22000 with other standards for efficiency
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Gap analysis and roadmap creation
Drafting and aligning QMS documentation
Deploying processes with staff engagement
Training, mock audits, and management review
Assisting during external certification audits