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FSSC 22000 Version 7 brings the scheme in line with the latest GFSI Benchmarking Requirements and introduces the new ISO 22002 series of prerequisite programs.

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What FSSC 22000 Version 7 means for your food safety management system

View this session recording for an overview of the updates in Version 7, the key differences between Version 6 and Version 7, and what to expect as the transition period begins.

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You work in management, food and product safety, or quality and compliance at an FSSC 22000 certified organization, or one planning certification. With Version 7 published and the transition timeline set, your teams need a clear view of what has changed and how it affects upcoming audits.

In this session, Verónica Ramos of DQS gave an overview of the Version 7 requirements, how they compare to Version 6, and how the transition to the new version is planned.

Verónica Ramos
Sector Manager at DQS Inc. - LinkedIn

FSSC 22000 Version 7 topics covered

  • The FSSC 22000 Version 7 scheme structure and the new food chain sub-subcategories
  • The new ISO 22002 series, including ISO 22002-100:2025 as the baseline for prerequisite programs (PRPs) in all organizations
  • The status of the ISO 22000 revision and the food defense and food fraud requirements it's expected to add
  • Key changes in Part 2: laboratory analysis, specifications, artwork and print control, food safety and quality culture, allergen management, PRP verification, packaging design, and food loss and waste
  • New rules for audit duration, off-site activities, site relocation, and remote or hybrid audits
  • Internal audit and management review expectations under Version 7
  • The upgrade timeline and which version applies to your next audit

Verónica Ramos

Sector Manager at DQS Inc
Don't start to be nervous about it. I'm sure that it's going to be a very smooth process of upgrade.

Session at a glance

  • Get a clear understanding of what changed in Version 7 and which Version 6 documents still apply
  • Hear practical insights from an auditor's perspective on new requirements such as ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories, artwork management, and measurable food loss and waste targets
  • Verónica shared an overview of the transition timeline: audits before May 1, 2027 are conducted under Version 6, and audits from May 1, 2027 onward are conducted under Version 7

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