Hi pinam,
Then the first step is to get the relevant documents, the FSSC 22000 certification scheme is based on ISO 22000, relevant prerequisite programs (PRPs) and FSSC 22000 Additional Requirements Version 6.0 as described below.
You will need to purchase the following as they are copyrighted and cannot be shared by members:
- ISO 22000:2018 - Food safety management systems — Requirements for any organization in the food chain
- Relevant prerequisite programs (PRPs) based on technical specifications for the sector (e.g., ISO/TS 22002-x; PAS xyz) For Example ISO/TS 22002-1:2009 Prerequisite programmes on food safety Part 1: Food manufacturing
FSSC 22000 Additional Requirements Version 6.0 Scheme documents can be downloaded for free here
FSSC Guidance documents are also available to assist with implementing and managing the FSSC 22000 Certification, including interpretation of other Scheme documents and can be downloaded here
Note that ISO are also offering an ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management Systems Success Package:
What's included in the ISO 22000:2018 success package?
ISO 22000:2018 - Food safety management systems — Requirements for any organization in the food chain: The core requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving a food safety management system.
ISO 22000:2018 Food safety management systems- A practical guide : A step-by-step guide tailored for organizations, providing practical tips, examples, and templates to help you implement ISO 22000:2018 effectively.
Kind regards,
Tony
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