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BRC Global Standard Packaging Materials Audit Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for auditing compliance with the BRC Global Standard for Packaging Materials, covering all major sections of the standard to ensure safety and quality in packaging material production for the food and beverage industry.

BRC Global Standard Packaging Materials Audit Checklist
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About This Checklist

The BRC Global Standard Packaging Materials Audit Checklist is a crucial tool for manufacturers of packaging and packaging materials used in the food and beverage industry. This comprehensive checklist ensures compliance with the BRC Global Standard for Packaging Materials, which is designed to protect consumer safety and maintain product quality. By systematically addressing key areas such as hazard and risk management, product safety and quality management systems, site standards, product and process control, and personnel, this checklist enables packaging manufacturers to identify potential issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain the highest standards of safety and quality. Regular use of this checklist not only prepares organizations for formal BRC audits but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement and helps meet the stringent requirements of food and beverage clients.

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Industry

Food and Beverage

Standard

BRC Global Standard for Packaging Materials

Workspaces

Packaging Manufacturing Facility

Occupations

Quality Manager
Production Supervisor
Internal Auditor
Packaging Technologist
Compliance Officer

Packaging Compliance Checks

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1
When was the last internal audit conducted for packaging compliance?

Select the date of the last audit.

To ensure regular audits are performed to maintain compliance.
2
Is the quality management system for packaging materials effective?

Select effectiveness status.

To evaluate the effectiveness of the quality management system in place.
3
Have there been any reported hygiene issues in the last month?

Describe any reported issues.

To keep track of hygiene issues that may affect packaging safety and compliance.
4
What is the current hygiene control score for the packaging area?

Enter a score between 1 and 5.

To assess the hygiene level in the packaging area which directly affects product safety.
Min: 1
Target: 5
Max: 5
5
Are all packaging materials compliant with BRC standards?

Select compliance status.

To ensure that packaging materials meet the required safety and quality standards.
6
When was the last safety inspection conducted in the packaging area?

Select the date of the last inspection.

To ensure regular safety inspections are carried out.
7
What is the current risk assessment level for packaging operations?

Select the appropriate risk level.

To evaluate the level of risk associated with packaging processes.
8
How many safety incidents have been reported in the last six months?

Enter the total number of incidents.

To assess the safety performance in the packaging area.
Min: 0
Target: 0
9
Provide details of safety training records for packaging staff.

Include dates and topics covered in training.

To verify that all packaging staff are trained in safety procedures.
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10
Is all required safety equipment available in the packaging area?

Indicate if all safety equipment is available.

To ensure that employees have proper safety equipment to prevent accidents.
11
Have corrective actions been implemented for any identified packaging quality issues?

Indicate whether corrective actions have been implemented.

To confirm that necessary actions have been taken to address quality concerns.
12
When was the last quality control check performed on packaging materials?

Select the date of the last quality control check.

To maintain a schedule of quality control checks.
13
What is the sample size used for quality control checks on packaging materials?

Enter the number of samples.

To ensure that the sample size is adequate for accurate quality assessment.
Min: 1
Target: 30
14
Have there been any reports of defective packaging in the last quarter?

Describe any reported defects.

To track quality issues that may affect product integrity.
15
What is the quality status of the packaging materials currently in use?

Select the quality status of the packaging materials.

To assess whether the packaging materials meet quality standards.
16
Have the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for packaging been updated in the last year?

Indicate whether SOPs have been updated.

To ensure that all processes are in line with current best practices.
17
When was the last review of the packaging process conducted?

Select the date of the last process review.

To ensure regular evaluations of the packaging process.
18
How many hours of downtime has the packaging line experienced in the last month?

Enter the number of downtime hours.

To track and minimize downtime in the packaging process.
Min: 0
Target: 0
19
What suggestions do you have for improving the packaging process?

Provide detailed suggestions for process improvements.

To encourage feedback for enhancing packaging efficiency and quality.
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20
How would you rate the efficiency of the current packaging process?

Select the efficiency rating.

To assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the packaging workflow.

FAQs

This checklist is designed for quality managers, production supervisors, and internal auditors in facilities that manufacture packaging materials for the food and beverage industry, especially those seeking or maintaining BRC certification.

The checklist covers a wide range of packaging materials including glass, paper, metal, flexible plastics, rigid plastics, wood, textile, and composite materials used in food and beverage packaging.

The checklist includes sections on site standards, cleaning and hygiene, personnel hygiene, and contamination control, ensuring that all aspects of hygiene critical to packaging material safety are thoroughly assessed.

Yes, the checklist can be adapted for different scopes of the standard, including high hygiene, basic hygiene, and basic fabricated materials, with specific sections applicable to each scope.

The checklist should be used regularly as part of internal audit processes, typically quarterly or bi-annually. It's also crucial to use it more intensively in the weeks leading up to a scheduled BRC audit.

Benefits

Ensures alignment with BRC Global Standard for Packaging Materials requirements

Helps identify and mitigate potential risks in packaging material production

Facilitates preparation for formal BRC audits and reduces non-conformities

Enhances credibility with food and beverage industry clients

Supports continuous improvement in packaging safety and quality management