ISO 22000:2018
Food Safety Management Systems
Demonstrate your ability to control food safety hazards and ensure food is safe for consumption.
ISO 22000:2018, Food safety management systems – Requirements for any organization in the food chain, sets out the requirements for a food safety management system. It defines what an organization must do to demonstrate its ability to control food safety hazards and ensure that food is safe for consumption.
Who Is ISO 22000 For?
ISO 22000 is applicable to all organizations in the food and feed industries, regardless of size or sector.
Following the same High-Level Structure (HLS) as other ISO management system standards, such as ISO 9001 (quality management), it is designed in a way that it can be integrated into an organization’s existing management processes but can also be used alone.
Applicable Across the Food Chain
- Primary food producers
- Food manufacturers & processors
- Storage & distribution services
- Retailers & food service providers
- Feed producers
- Food equipment & packaging manufacturers
- Cleaning & sanitation services
- All sizes – small to multinational
Key Elements of ISO 22000:2018
Interactive Communication
Effective communication along the food chain — upstream and downstream — to ensure all food safety hazards are identified and controlled.
System Management
A structured management system integrating food safety into the overall business management framework.
Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs)
Basic conditions and activities necessary to maintain a hygienic environment throughout the food chain.
HACCP Principles
Integration of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points principles to systematically identify and control food safety hazards.
What Are the Benefits?
ISO 22000 enables organizations to put in place a food safety management system that helps them improve their overall performance when it comes to food safety.
Consistent Food Safety
The ability to consistently provide food-related products and services that are safe and meet regulatory requirements.
Improved Risk Management
Improved management of risks in food safety processes through a structured hazard analysis and control approach.
Global Market Access
Internationally recognized certification that opens doors to global markets and strengthens supplier relationships.
Regulatory Compliance
Demonstrates compliance with applicable food safety regulations and legal requirements across jurisdictions.
Customer Confidence
Builds trust with customers, retailers, and regulators by demonstrating a commitment to food safety excellence.
Continual Improvement
Drives ongoing performance monitoring, corrective actions, and continual improvement of food safety processes.
ISO 22000 can be integrated into an organization’s existing management processes or used as a standalone food safety management system — providing full flexibility to suit your operational structure.
Control Food Safety Hazards. Protect Your Consumers. Build Global Trust.
Whether you are a small food producer or a large multinational in the food chain, ISO 22000:2018 certification demonstrates your commitment to food safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection.
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