Self Declaration Form
Is there any possibility, validity and legality(at least NOTARIZED) of using SELF DECLARATION FORM while the company is on a tight budget; and is not ready to pay big amounts of money to certification bodies? The form is to self-declare that the company, is following the standards to Food Safety. The form is compose like this:
SELF DECLARATION STATEMENT
I, (name), General Manager, (company) do hereby declare and affirm that the information provided and appended in this document are correct, evidenced, complete and truly stated to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any falsification of information and fictitious documents attached is punishable as per any provision of any applicable law.
Our Policies and Management Systems are supported and based with International and Local Standards (whichever is higher, accepted or applicable in the region), with written Standard Operating Procedures and Processes, Third Party Contracts and Reports, Contractor Records and Certifications, Legal Requirements, Licenses and Permits:
- Food Safety Management
- HACCP/ISO 22000 Principles
- Health Certifications & Training Records
- Hazard Analysis & Risk Assessment
- Quality Reports, Internal Audit Reports
- Trends Analysis
- Occupational Safety and Health, Fire & Life Safety
- Hazard Analysis & Risk Assessments
- Training Records
I am aware that this self-declaration statement, and any appended or requested documents is subject to review and verification.
(General Manager's Signature)
(NOTARIZING OFFICE/OFFICER)
Hi Allen. I don't think this would work as notaries no nothing about food safety:) You should be audited/inspected by the knowledgeable auditor/inspector having proper credentials. Unfortunately, these days most of customers require GFSI certification. However, you may hire 3rd party auditing company to audit your FSMS, HACCP, GMP, etc.
Thank you for the great input. We'll definitely take your advise for a 3rd Party Auditor.