IFS Food is the best-known standard of IFS family It is aimed at companies that process or package food products, including those that handle or package loose food items. It is recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and is particularly required by the German, French, and Italian food retailers. A concise introduction is offered by the... IFS Food basics training.
IFS Food assesses requirements in the areas of corporate governance and food safety culture, Quality and food safety management (including HACCP), resource management, operational processes, measurements and improvements, as well as food defence. Selected requirements are listed as Knockout criteria The requirements are categorized – if they are not met, certification is not possible. The result is awarded as Basic or Higher Level.
Successful certification requires structured annual planning (e.g., using the IFS Annual Work Plan Template), effective internal audits And trained staff are crucial. Our article provides background information. IFS Food Training: Understanding Requirements and Preparing for Audits with Confidence.
