The Journey Begins with ISO 22000, Food Safety Strengthened by FSSC Additional Requirements

What is FSSC 22000?

FSSC 22000 is a GFSI-recognized international food safety management system scheme that combines the ISO 22000 standard, industry-specific prerequisite programs (PRP) and additional requirements set by the FSSC. It can be applied across a wide part of the supply chain, including food production, packaging, warehousing, logistics and catering.

FSSC 22000 Structure and Schema Requirements

• ISO 22000: Management system basis (HACCP, risk-based approach, traceability)
• ISO/TS 22002-x: Prerequisite programs (hygiene, infrastructure, equipment, environment)
• Additional FSSC Requirements: Food fraud, food defense, allergen management, label accuracy

Additional Requirements and Integrity Program

FSSC 22000, unlike ISO 22000 food fraud, food defenseincludes additional criteria such as allergen management. In addition, transparency in the certification process within the scope of the integrity program, unannounced audits and oversight mechanisms are mandatory.

Risk Management and Product Integrity

Risk management under FSSC 22000 covers both unintentional and intentional contamination risks. food fraud (adulteration, mislabeling) and food defense (sabotage, unauthorized access) plans are critical.

Sample Food Defense Risk Matrix

Operational Preparation and PRP Applications

• Cleaning and disinfection programs
• pest control
• Equipment hygiene
• water safety
• Employee hygiene and training

Certification Process

1. Gap analysis and current system evaluation
2. Management system installation (ISO 22000 + PRPs + additional requirements)
3. Internal audit and management review
4. Certification audit (Stage 1 & Stage 2)
5. Certificate (3 years validity, annual surveillance audits)

KPI and Performance Measurement

In FSSC 22000, performance focuses on reducing nonconformities and risks. Chart space can be added for sample KPIs below:

Conclusion

FSSC 22000 is one of the most comprehensive and integrated solutions in food safety management systems. We as Astor Mayer, food fraud And food defense With full support for planning, HACCP and PRP integration, risk management and certification process, we carry our customers not only to certification but also to a sustainable food safety culture.