ISO 22000:2018 · Food Safety Management System

ISO 22000 Certification Food Safety Management System

ISO 22000 is a Food Safety Management System (FSMS) standard for any organization in the food chain — from farm to fork. It combines HACCP principles with prerequisite programs to identify, prevent and control food safety hazards, giving customers confidence in every product you serve or supply.

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Standard: ISO 22000:2018
Typical timeline: 30–90 days
Outcome: Accredited certificate
Delivery: Remote & on-site, worldwide

What it requires

A documented and fully implemented food safety system

ISO 22000 requires a documented system that is implemented throughout your facility, including:

Effective prerequisite programs that maintain a clean, sanitary environment
A hazard analysis and critical control plan to identify, prevent and eliminate food safety hazards
Documented FSMS processes covering everything from management and business planning to day-to-day communication and operations

How it works

Your path to ISO 22000 certification

01Service agreementThe engagement begins with a signed agreement and a dedicated project team.
02Gap analysisWe assess your current practices against ISO 22000:2018 and prepare a detailed action plan.
03Documentation and implementationWe develop procedures and records, train your team and embed the system into daily operations.
04Internal auditA comprehensive internal audit confirms readiness and resolves any nonconformities.
05Certification auditAn accredited certification body audits and issues your verifiable certificate.

How we can help

ISO 22000 service packages

A01DocumentationISO 22000:2018 documentation — ready-made templates or fully customized to how your organization actually works.
B02Implementation & consultationHands-on ISO 22000:2018 implementation, training and expert consultation until the system runs on its own.
C03Internal audit & gap analysisA full internal audit against ISO 22000:2018 with a gap report and corrective-action plan before the external audit.
D04Certification auditWe arrange an independent audit through a reputable, accredited certification body and support you through Stage 1 and Stage 2.
E05Full packageEverything above end-to-end — documents, implementation plan, training, internal audit and your final ISO 22000:2018 certificate.

FAQ

ISO 22000 frequently asked questions

01How long does ISO 22000 certification take?

Most organizations complete ISO 22000:2018 certification in 30–90 days with Lisora's fast-track approach. The exact timeline depends on your size, number of sites, process complexity and how much of the system already exists.

02How long is an ISO 22000 certificate valid?

An accredited ISO 22000 certificate is valid for three years, with annual surveillance audits to confirm the management system is maintained and improving. A recertification audit is carried out before the third anniversary.

03What is the difference between ISO 22000 and HACCP?

HACCP is a hazard-control methodology. ISO 22000 is a full management system that incorporates HACCP principles plus prerequisite programs, leadership commitment, communication and continual improvement.

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