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ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System Audit Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for auditing food safety management systems in compliance with ISO 22000 standards, covering all aspects of food safety from management commitment to continuous improvement.

ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System Audit Checklist
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About This Checklist

The ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System Audit Checklist is an essential tool for ensuring compliance with international food safety standards in the food and beverage industry. This comprehensive checklist addresses critical aspects of food safety management, helping organizations identify potential risks, improve processes, and maintain the highest standards of food safety. By systematically evaluating key areas such as hazard analysis, operational prerequisites, and traceability, this checklist enables businesses to enhance their food safety practices, protect consumers, and meet regulatory requirements.

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Industry

Food and Beverage

Standard

ISO 22000 - Food Safety Management Systems

Workspaces

Food Processing Facilities

Occupations

Food Safety Manager
Quality Assurance Specialist
Internal Auditor
Compliance Officer
Operations Manager

1
Is there a documented hazard analysis for the processes involved?

Select the compliance status.

To ensure all potential hazards are identified and managed.
2
Describe the traceability system in place for raw materials.

Provide a brief description of the traceability system.

To assess the effectiveness of tracking ingredients throughout the supply chain.
3
How often are employees trained on food safety practices?

Enter the number of training sessions per year.

To evaluate the frequency of training as a measure of compliance with food safety standards.
Min: 1
Target: 12
Max: 12
4
How frequently are internal audits performed?

Select the frequency of internal audits.

To ensure regular checks are conducted to maintain compliance.
5
Has a management review of the FSMS been conducted in the last year?

Select true if a review has been conducted, otherwise false.

To confirm that management is engaged in the FSMS and its performance.

6
Is the risk assessment for food safety completed and documented?

Select the completion status of the risk assessment.

To ensure that potential risks have been identified and addressed.
7
How many critical control points (CCPs) have been identified?

Enter the number of CCPs identified.

To assess the thoroughness of the hazard analysis process.
Min: 1
Target: 5
Max: 20
8
Provide details of any corrective actions taken in response to identified risks.

Describe the corrective actions implemented.

To evaluate the effectiveness of the response to risks.
9
When was the last risk assessment conducted?

Select the date of the last risk assessment.

To ensure that risk assessments are conducted regularly.
10
What is the assigned risk level for the identified hazards?

Select the risk level assigned to the hazards.

To categorize the risks associated with food safety hazards.

11
Is there a documented process for controlling food safety management documents?

Select the compliance status of the document control process.

To ensure that all documents are properly managed and updated.
12
Provide a brief description of the food safety policy in place.

Describe the food safety policy.

To evaluate the clarity and effectiveness of the food safety policy.
13
How many documents related to food safety are currently controlled?

Enter the total number of controlled food safety documents.

To assess the extent of documentation within the FSMS.
Min: 1
Target: 50
Max: 200
14
When was the last review of food safety documents conducted?

Select the date of the last document review.

To ensure that document reviews are performed regularly.
15
Describe how training records for food safety are maintained.

Provide details on the maintenance of training records.

To evaluate the effectiveness of the training program documentation.

FAQs

The primary purpose is to assess an organization's compliance with ISO 22000 standards and identify areas for improvement in food safety management systems.

ISO 22000 audits should be conducted at least annually, with some organizations opting for more frequent internal audits to ensure continuous compliance and improvement.

This checklist should be used by food safety managers, quality assurance professionals, internal auditors, and third-party certification bodies conducting ISO 22000 audits.

The checklist covers areas such as management commitment, hazard analysis, operational prerequisite programs, traceability, emergency preparedness, and continual improvement of the food safety management system.

The checklist helps maintain food safety standards by providing a structured approach to evaluating all aspects of the food safety management system, ensuring that no critical elements are overlooked during the audit process.

Benefits

Ensures compliance with ISO 22000 standards and regulatory requirements

Identifies gaps in food safety management systems

Reduces the risk of food safety incidents and product recalls

Improves overall food safety culture within the organization

Enhances customer trust and brand reputation