FSSC Development Program for food safety in small and medium-sized enterprises
Demonstrate commitment to food safety
Meet customer food safety requirements
Expand market access
Increased visibility through public register
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What is the FSSC Development Program?
After a successful assessment, companies receive a Conformity Statement. The document does not have the same value as an FSSC 22000 certificate. Still, it proves that the company meets Level 1 or Level 2 requirements for food safety systems. The FSSC Development Program can assist companies in obtaining FSSC 22000 certification as a next step, if desired.
Organizations that meet the requirements of the FSSC Development Program are added to the public register on the FSSC website.
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Who is FSSC Development Program suitable for?
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How to obtain the FSSC Development Program Conformity Statement
Prior to the assessment, companies conduct a self-assessment using the free FSSC self-evaluation tool. Optionally, companies can enlist the support of an FSSC-recognized training organization, such as DQS. Based on this, companies decide which requirement level (conformity level 1 or 2) to aim for.
In the next step, you contact an FSSC-recognized inspection body such as DQS. The audit of the requirements takes place on site. After the audit, you will receive a detailed report that lists possible non-conformities and improvements.
Implement the corrective and preventive actions to prevent reoccurrence. If all non-conformities have been corrected, you will receive a Conformity Statement (Level 1 or 2) and be added to the FSSC database.
To maintain compliance with the FSSC Development Program, annual assessments must be conducted. Organizations can decide whether to remain at compliance level 1 or 2, or to pursue FSSC 22000 certification down the road.
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What does the FSSC Development Program cost?
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