A comprehensive checklist for auditing compliance with the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety, covering all major sections of the standard to ensure food safety and quality in manufacturing, processing, and packing operations.
BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Audit Checklist
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About This Checklist
The BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Audit Checklist is an essential tool for ensuring compliance with one of the most widely recognized food safety standards in the industry. This comprehensive checklist helps food and beverage manufacturers, processors, and packers to systematically evaluate their operations against the rigorous requirements of the BRC Global Standard. By addressing key areas such as food safety management, site standards, product control, process control, and personnel, this checklist enables businesses to identify gaps, implement corrective actions, and maintain the highest levels of food safety and quality. Regular use of this checklist not only prepares organizations for formal BRC audits but also promotes a culture of continuous improvement and consumer protection.
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Select the implementation status of the risk assessment.
Provide detailed descriptions of the identified risks.
Enter the number of implemented mitigation actions.
Select the date of the last risk assessment.
Select the review frequency for the risk assessment.
Confirm if a training program is available.
Enter the percentage of staff trained (0-100).
Select the date of the last training session.
Select the effectiveness rating of the training program.
Share your thoughts and suggestions for improvement.
Select the calibration status of the equipment.
Enter the maintenance frequency in months.
Select the date of the last maintenance.
Confirm if cleaning protocols are documented.
Provide details about any safety concerns.
Select the compliance status of the supplier.
List all relevant certifications held by the supplier.
Enter the audit frequency in months.
Select the date of the last supplier audit.
Share details about any feedback or issues.
FAQs
This checklist is designed for use by food safety managers, quality assurance professionals, and internal auditors in food and beverage manufacturing, processing, and packing facilities that are seeking BRC certification or maintaining their existing certification.
The checklist should be used regularly as part of internal audit processes, typically on a quarterly or bi-annual basis. It should also be used more intensively in the weeks leading up to a scheduled BRC audit.
The checklist covers all major sections of the BRC Global Standard, including Senior Management Commitment, The Food Safety Plan (HACCP), Food Safety and Quality Management System, Site Standards, Product Control, Process Control, and Personnel.
By systematically reviewing all aspects of the BRC Global Standard, the checklist helps identify areas of non-compliance or potential improvement. This allows organizations to address issues proactively, reducing the risk of non-conformities during the official audit.
Yes, while the checklist covers all general requirements of the BRC Global Standard, it can be customized to include sector-specific requirements or additional checks relevant to particular food and beverage categories, such as dairy, meat, or ready-to-eat products.
Benefits of BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Audit Checklist
Ensures comprehensive compliance with BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
Identifies potential food safety risks and non-conformities before formal audits
Streamlines the audit preparation process and reduces audit-related stress
Promotes continuous improvement in food safety management systems
Enhances consumer confidence and brand reputation through demonstrated commitment to food safety