FSSC 22000 6.0 Version Certification
Granmark is an independent certification body accredited to provide FSSC 22000 6.0 Version certification services to food manufacturers and organizations in the food supply chain.
FSSC (Food Safety System Certification) is a globally recognized certification scheme for food safety management systems based on ISO 22000, ISO/TS 22002-1 and additional FSSC 22000 requirements.>
Some key points about FSSC 22000 certification provided by Granmark:
- Scope: Granmark can certify organizations against FSSC 22000 version 6.0.
- Process: Granmark conducts audits, including on-site assessments, to verify an organization's food safety management system against FSSC 22000 requirements.
- Accreditation: Granmark is accredited by recognized accreditation bodies to provide FSSC 22000 certification services, ensuring competence and impartiality.
- Global recognition: FSSC 22000 certification from Granmark is recognized and accepted by major food retailers, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies worldwide.
- Benefits: Achieving FSSC 22000 certification from Granmark demonstrates an organization's commitment to food safety, helps mitigate risks, and can provide a competitive advantage in the food industry.
There are several reasons why organizations might choose to pursue FSSC 22000 version 6.0 certification from Granmark:
- ISO Standards: Granmark ensures that organizations they certify comply with the requirements of ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems) and ISO/TS 22002-1:2009 (Prerequisite Programs on Food Safety).
- FSSC 22000 Additional Requirements: Granmark verifies that the certified organizations meet the additional requirements set by the FSSC Foundation, such as food fraud mitigation, food defense, and specific prerequisite programs for different food sector categories.
- Sector-specific PRPs: Depending on the food sector category of the organization being certified, Granmark checks compliance with the relevant sector-specific prerequisite program requirements outlined in FSSC 22000 version 6.0.
- Unannounced Audits: Granmark conducts unannounced audits for organizations based on the risk, performance, and certification history criteria specified in FSSC 22000 version 6.0.
- Auditor Competence: Granmark ensures that its auditors are trained, qualified, and competent to conduct FSSC 22000 version 6.0 audits, following the requirements set by the FSSC Foundation.
- Certification Process: Granmark follows the certification process outlined by the FSSC Foundation, including initial certification audits, surveillance audits, and recertification audits, as well as the associated reporting and certification requirements.
- Guidance Documents: Granmark adheres to the guidance documents provided by the FSSC Foundation, such as those related to certification body requirements, auditor qualifications, and specific interpretations or clarifications of the FSSC 22000 version 6.0 requirements.
- Continuous Improvement: Granmark's audits and certification process aim to foster a culture of continuous improvement within organizations.
- Streamlined Certification Process: For organizations with multiple sites or an FSMS Cluster, Granmark can efficiently manage the certification process, ensuring consistency and compliance across all sites while leveraging the centralized FSMS processes allowed by FSSC 22000 version 6.0.
- Impartiality and Objectivity: As an independent certification body, Granmark maintains impartiality and objectivity in its audits and certification decisions, ensuring a fair and unbiased assessment of an organization's food safety management system.
By choosing Granmark for FSSC 22000 version 6.0 certification, organizations can benefit from their expertise, global recognition, and a comprehensive certification process that ensures compliance with the latest food safety standards and requirements.