ISO 22000 certification for food safety

ISO 22000 is the leading international standard for an accessible food safety management system. With this certification, you demonstrate that your organization consistently safeguards and improves food safety across every link in the supply chain. Whether you produce, package, transport or provide services, Kiwa VERIN guides you expertly and efficiently through the process. With our experienced auditors, broad scope and the option to combine with other certifications, Kiwa guarantees both quality and hands-on expertise.

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ISO 22000 is a globally recognized standard for managing food safety across every link of the food supply chain. It combines the requirements of a HACCP system, as defined by the Codex Alimentarius Commission, with customer demands, legal regulations and a commitment to continuous improvement. This results in a controlled and auditable management system that ensures food safety is consistently safeguarded.

Why ISO 22000 certification by Kiwa?

  • We have ISO 22000 auditors in numerous disciplines, allowing us to serve organizations across a wide scope of activities.
  • Kiwa VERIN offers a wide range of certifications, allowing you to combine different certifications with us. This applies not only to food schemes, but also to other ISO standards such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
  • All our ISO 22000 auditors have extensive work experience in the food industry. We prioritize investing in our auditors and aim for quality.
  • Kiwa VERIN is specialized in certifying organizations in the food sector against standards such as International Featured Standards (IFS), BRCGS, FSSC 22000, and GLOBALG.A.P.
  • Our collaboration is aimed at helping you develop your business.
  • We believe it is important to keep you informed about the latest developments in certification and customer requirements. We do this through newsletters and informative sessions.
  • We conduct our audits in Dutch. However, audits in other languages are also possible.
  • Kiwa VERIN is accredited by the Dutch Accreditation Council (Raad voor Accreditatie).

What activities can Kiwa certify?

ISO 22000 can be applied across the entire food chain. Some examples of activities are listed below, but many more are possible. Not sure if you qualify for ISO 22000 certification? Contact us and we'll explore the possibilities together.

  • Food production/processing: animal products (meat, fish, dairy, eggs), plant-based products, mixed (animal and plant-based) products, ready-made meals, drinks and juices, oils and fats, bakery products, confectionery, additives and supplements
  • Repackaging activities
  • Pet food production
  • Packaging material production
  • Transport and storage services
  • Trade activities
  • Food chain services: tank cleaning, housekeeping, pest management, etc.

 

What does the ISO 22000 certification process look like?

    Initial inquiry

    Submit your certification application and complete the application form.

    Proposal

    We determine the scope of the certification and send you a quotation.

    Audit plan

    Once the quotation is signed, we schedule the audit and prepare an audit plan.

    Audit

    The auditor assesses your processes, administration and organization on-site, from daily operations to top management.

    Improvement plan

    Any nonconformities are discussed immediately. If necessary, you prepare an improvement plan and provide evidence of the implemented measures (within 28 days after the final audit day).

    Audit report

    All findings are recorded in an audit report, which is reviewed by a second assessor.

    Certification decision

    If the result is positive, you will receive your certificate and audit report. The certificate is valid for three years, with annual audits to ensure ongoing compliance.

How to prepare for your ISO 22000 audit?

Go to ISO.org for more information about the standard's content. You can also order the ISO 22000 standard here. See the helpful links on this page with more information about the standard, switching to Kiwa, frequently asked questions or how to handle recalls and other incidents.

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