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What is the difference between SQF and GFSI Certification?
There is often confusion about the relationship between GFSI and SQF or FSSC 22000 Certification. We will try to clear that up. GFSI is a global food network made up of hundreds of retailers and manufacturers worldwide. The GFSI organization determined which set of requirements would be essential to a good food safety management system. [...]
SQF and FDA
If one is compliant with SQF, is it safe to say that one is also compliant with the FDA? Not necessarily. The requirements emphasize different aspects. The FDA is regulatory, the SQF code emphasizes food safety management. SQF does require that you comply with all applicable regulations, such as FDA. So a certified company is [...]
What is the difference between HACCP and SQF?
SQF and HACCP both address food safety, so what is the difference between them? SQF includes HACCP. HACCP is a process of identify hazards for your ingredients and process steps and then identifing appropriate controls. SQF requires that you have a HACCP system in place, and in addition requires more processes for food safety management. The SQF [...]
The Role and Requirements of the SQF Practitioner
When a company sets out to become SQF Certified, it is necessary to appoint an SQF Practitioner to be the lead for the implementation of the SQF system. The company must give that person the authority to lead the development of the Food Safety Fundamentals and the Food Safety Plan. Role of the SQF Practitioner: [...]
Document Control Software
22000-Tools.com is now offering a Document Control System by SoftExpert. Meeting the document control requirements of your food safety system can be a challenge. Working with an online Document Control System can help you meet those requirements and stay organized. You’ll be able to load all your documents into the system and manage them, track [...]
Upgrade from SQF 6 to SQF 7
SQF Edition 7 has been released. How do you know when to upgrade your Edition 6 to 7? If your desk audit is scheduled before July 2012, the audit will use SQF Edition 6 (SQF 2000). You will need to have your facility audit before August of 2012 and the certification decision must be made [...]
Costs and Benefits of SQF Certification
There are many important benefits of SQF Certification. The benefits extend to lowered costs, increased profits and market share and lowered risk of product recalls. The benefits include: Greater opportunities and market access Reduces audit burdens from buyer audits Improves processes and efficiencies Savings from reduced recalls Recognized worldwide Promotes confidence Enhances image Manages risk [...]
What is GFSI and why is it important?
The Global Food Safety Initiative, GFSI is an organization run by the Consumer Goods Forum. One of its main purposes is to benchmark existing food standards against food safety criteria and recognize those that meet the criteria outlined in the GFSI Guidance Document. The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) is coordinated by The Food Business [...]
SQF 7 Modules
The version 7 has only one standard, but will include different modules for the food safety fundamentals that apply to different segments of the food industry. Every company will use module 2, System Elements and add the module that applies to their industry. Food manufacturers and processors will use module 11. The modules are as [...]