ISO 22000 is an international management system standard that defines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving a food safety management system (FSMS). It provides a globally recognized framework that enables organizations directly or indirectly invloved in the food chain to identify and control food safety hazards, ensuring that food is safe for human consumption.
The standard integrates the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles with modern management system practices, enabling a comprehensive and systematic approach to managing food safety risks. It also connects food safety management with business operations, helping organizations ensure that every activity contributes to maintaining the safety and quality of food.
Through the implementation of ISO 22000, organizations can improve communication along the food chain, enhance consumer confidence, and establish transparent mechanisms for accountability. It promotes a food safety culture based on responsibility, traceability, and proactive risk management, ensuring that food products remain safe, compliant, and trusted.
Implementing an FSMS is essential for ensuring that food safety is maintained across every link of the food supply chain. It provides a structured approach that helps organizations prevent contamination, reduce foodborne risks, and comply with both regulatory and customer requirements.
An ISO 22000-based FSMS allows organizations to identify and evaluate biological, chemical, and physical hazards that may affect food safety and to establish effective control measures. This includes building a robust combination of prerequisite programs (PRPs) and a detailed hazard analysis and control plan. Moreover, the FSMS encourages leadership involvement, ensuring that food safety objectives are embedded into daily operations.
By aligning with ISO 22000, organizations protect their reputation, reduce liability, and gain competitive advantages in global markets where food safety compliance is increasingly critical.
Source: Millenium Management Consultants Ltd (MMCL) Africa
Obtaining a PECB ISO 22000 certification demonstrates your professional competence in implementing, managing, and maintaining an FSMS in accordance with ISO 22000. It validates the ability to identify, evaluate, and control food safety hazards, while ensuring compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and customer requirements throughout the food supply chain.
An ISO 22000 certification helps you:
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