Food Safety Audit
We commit to ensuring compliance of our certification processes with requirements of international and national standards for conformity assessment, as applicable to the certification program.
Objective:
The primary objective of a Food Safety Audit by TNV Certification is to assess and ensure compliance with international food safety standards, such as ISO 22000, HACCP, and FSSC 22000. The audit aims to:
- Identify food safety risks and ensure hazard control measures are in place.
- Verify compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Enhance consumer confidence by ensuring food products are safe and of high quality.
- Support continuous improvement in food safety management systems.
Process:
- Pre-Audit Preparation
- Review of food safety policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Identification of key food safety hazards and control measures.
- On-Site Inspection
- Facility inspection to assess hygiene, sanitation, and operational controls.
- Evaluation of critical control points (CCPs) in food processing.
- Interviews with staff to ensure compliance with food safety practices.
- Document Review
- Assessment of food safety plans, records, and monitoring logs.
- Verification of supplier management and traceability systems.
- Compliance Evaluation
- Comparison against applicable food safety standards (ISO 22000, HACCP, etc.).
- Identification of non-conformities and areas for improvement.
- Audit Report & Certification Decision
- Detailed reporting of findings with corrective action recommendations.
- Certification issuance upon successful compliance.
Benefits:
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to national and international food safety laws.
- Improved Consumer Trust: Enhances brand reputation and consumer confidence.
- Risk Reduction: Identifies and mitigates potential food safety hazards.
- Operational Efficiency: Enhances processes, reducing food waste and inefficiencies.
- Market Access: Certification facilitates entry into global food markets and partnerships.
Conclusion:
A Food Safety Audit by TNV Certification LLC is an essential step in ensuring food safety, compliance, and consumer trust. By adopting internationally recognized food safety standards, businesses can enhance their credibility, minimize risks, and drive continuous improvement in their food safety management systems.
