FSSC has recently achieved a significant milestone in the realm of food safety. After participating in the voluntary US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Third-Party Food Safety Standards Alignment Pilot Program, FSSC 22000 certification requirements have been found to be in successful alignment with the FDA Preventive Controls for Human Food regulations.
The FDA initiated the pilot program to evaluate whether private third-party food safety audit standards effectively encompass the technical components of the PC Human Food Rule, which is an important regulation under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act. This program specifically targeted third-party food safety standards relevant to both human food and produce safety rules.
The results revealed that the FSSC 22000 Scheme V5.1 for food manufacturing, along with FSSC 22000 V5.1 FSMA PCHF Addendum Version 3, are compliant with the current requirements of the PC Human Food Rule. This positive outcome instills confidence in organizations relying on FSSC 22000 compliance for their food safety practices.
FSSC’s successful alignment with the FDA’s Preventive Controls for Human Food Rule marks a pivotal step towards enhancing food safety practices. It also highlights the value of third-party audits in supporting the industry’s adherence to food safety regulations. As the FDA explores ways to leverage such audits in the future, food safety remains a top priority for safeguarding public health.
The FDA’s pilot program shows the significance of reliable third-party audits in ensuring food safety and risk prioritization. If you are a food producer looking to meet FDA guidelines and 3rd-party requirements, contact us for a quote at www.pjrfsi.com/contact/free-quote or call (248) 519-2523.
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