ISO Certification for Food & Beverage Companies
HACCP, ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 food safety management certification for manufacturers, processors, caterers and distributors.
Why Food Safety Certification is Essential
The food and beverage industry operates under the most intense regulatory scrutiny of any sector. A single contamination incident can destroy consumer trust, trigger costly recalls, and result in criminal prosecution. Food safety management system certification — through ISO 22000, FSSC 22000 or HACCP — provides the systematic, science-based framework that food businesses need to identify hazards, implement controls, and demonstrate due diligence. For companies seeking to supply major retailers or export internationally, GFSI-benchmarked certification is effectively mandatory.
Key ISO Standards
The certifications most relevant to your industry.
Benefits of Certification
Retailer & Export Access
Major UK and international retailers require GFSI-benchmarked certification (FSSC 22000 or BRCGS) as a condition of supply. Certification opens doors to new markets and customers.
Regulatory Compliance
Demonstrate compliance with EU Regulation 852/2004, the Food Safety Act 1990, and international food safety regulations through independently audited systems.
Consumer Protection
Systematic hazard identification and control protects consumers and your brand from contamination, allergen cross-contact and food fraud.
Reduced Audit Fatigue
GFSI mutual recognition means one certification is accepted by multiple customers, reducing the burden of individual customer audits.
Certification Process
Our straightforward path to certification.
HACCP team formation and scope definition
Hazard analysis and critical control point identification
Prerequisite programme implementation
Management system documentation and training
Internal audit and management review
Certification audit by accredited food safety auditors
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