BRC CERTIFICATION
Why is BRC certification required for my organization?
The certification ensures that the organization adheres to strict food safety standards, including quality control, traceability, and risk assessment procedures. BRC certification is often a requirement for companies that supply products to major retailers and other food industry stakeholders, as it assures that the products have been produced in a safe and hygienic environment.
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Benefits of BRC Certification
- Enhances food safety management and reduces the risk of product recalls.
- Increases market access and opportunities to work with larger clients.
- Boosts consumer confidence in the safety and quality of products.
- Improves internal processes and operational efficiency.
- Promotes a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provides a competitive edge over non-certified companies.
- Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Supports ethical and sustainable business practices.
BRC Certification prerequisite
The certification process involves a thorough audit of the organization’s management system, which includes documentation review, interviews, and on-site inspections. To obtain BRC certification, an organization needs to have a well-defined and documented management system in place that addresses all the requirements of the BRC standard, including HACCP, food safety, and quality management.
How foster consultant can help you get BRC certification?
We can guide you in creating policies, procedures, and documentation needed for the certification process. Foster consultants can also conduct internal audits to ensure that the organization is maintaining compliance with the BRC standard and prepare the organization for the external audit.
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FAQ
The BRC Global Standard is a globally recognized standard that provides a framework for managing food safety and quality. It is applicable to any organization involved in the production, processing, packaging, and storage of food products, regardless of the size or complexity of the operation.
The key requirements for BRC certification include implementing an effective food safety management system, conducting regular internal audits and risk assessments, maintaining appropriate documentation and records, and demonstrating continuous improvement in food safety practices.
The BRC certification process typically takes around 3-6 months, depending on the size and complexity of the organization and its operations. This includes the time needed for preparing for the audit, conducting the audit, and addressing any non-conformities identified during the audit.
While all these standards are designed to manage food safety and quality, BRC Global Standard focuses specifically on food safety, with a strong emphasis on hazard analysis and risk assessment. FSSC 22000 is a more comprehensive food safety standard that includes both food safety and quality requirements, while ISO 22000 is a more general food safety management standard that can be applied to any organization regardless of its size or complexity.
A BRC consultant can provide expert guidance and support in implementing the BRC Global Standard requirements, conducting internal audits and risk assessments, preparing for the certification audit, and addressing any non-conformities identified during the audit. They can also help organizations to continuously improve their food safety practices and maintain BRC certification over time.