FSSC 22000: Position in relation to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
As the Coronavirus pandemic is evolving, more restrictions are imposed in an effort to contain the spread of the virus. This is also impacting on the world of third-party certification, including Food businesses, Certification Bodies, Accreditation Bodies and Training Organizations. FSSC 22000 therefore created further guidance to Certification Bodies and Accreditation Bodies and also drafted a Q&A to provide information and clarity on questions the pandemic might cause.
During these uncertain times, it is crucial to maintain food safety and the integrity of FSSC 22000 certification. The Foundation is therefore monitoring the Corona crisis very closely and collaborating with other industry and governing bodies, such as the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF), to establish ways of working. In addition, a wider risk assessment has been conducted to determine the short- and long-term risks and subsequent impact on business continuity related to FSSC 22000 certification activities and the integrity of the Scheme. We have therefore created further guidance to our Certification Bodies and Accreditation Bodies that is available on our website.
We have also drafted a Q&A to provide information and clarity on questions the pandemic might cause. This page will be updated accordingly as the situation changes.
Requirement documents in relation to managing the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic