COMPLIANCE AUDITS
Audit under Global Standards methodology
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FSSC Development Program
The FSSC Development program is based on the requirements of CODEX HACCP, GFSI Global Markets, and the FSSC 22000 framework. It is an easy-to-use program suitable for organizations that wish to develop and improve their safety management systems but cannot achieve GFSI-recognized certification in one step.
FSSC Development Program is applicable for small and medium sized organizations in national and international food industry markets in the food manufacturing, food service, retail and wholesale, transportation and warehousing sectors.
FSSC Development Program Requirements
To obtain the statement of conformity, the organization must implement the requirements of the FSSC Development Program.
The program has a level-based approach (Level 1 and Level 2). Once conformity is achieved, the organization may decide to remain at a specific level, move to the next level, or progress towards full FSSC 22000 certification.
The FSSC Development Program promotes compliance with applicable local legislation/regulations in the country where the site is located. *Information regarding the implementation of Level 1 and Level 2 of the program is available at: fssc.com/development/developmentprogram/, where you can download the documents free of charge.
Requirements
The FSSC Development Program is an evaluation program that can be used within the food supply chain, covering the following sectors:
| REFERENCE DOCUMENT | CATEGORY |
| Requirements and Self-Assessment Tool – Food Manufacturing |
CI – Processing of perishable animal products CII – Processing of perishable vegetal products CIII – Processing of perishable animal and vegetal products (mixed products) CIV – Processing of ambient stable products DIIa – Pet food manufacturing (dogs and cats) K – Bio-chemical production |
| Requirements and Self-Assessment Tool – Catering | E – Catering / Food service |
| Requirements and Self-Assessment Tool – Retail and Wholesale | FI – Retail and wholesale |
| Requirements and Self-Assessment Tool – Transport and Storage | G – Transport and storage |
HOW DO I OBTAIN MY COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION?
Process to obtain an international certificate with Global Standards.The certification process pays attention to every detail to make sure that the company duly complies with all of the standard’s requirements.
- 1 Quote and signing of the contract.
- 2 Planning and Development of Audit.
- 3 Closing of Non-Conformities.
- 4 Certification Committee and Issuance of the Certificate.
BENEFITS
Implementing a food safety management system recognized by the FSSC foundation in your company will positively impact your products and services. These are some of the benefits that will be reflected once established.
| It provides the flexibility to start at a level of compliance that matches the maturity of your safety management system. | |
| Provides a self-assessment tool to help organizations develop and improve their food safety system. | |
| It helps food organizations ensure the safety of their suppliers and improves harmonization and profitability in the supply chain. |
