Using an HACCP Internal Auditor to Make Crucial Improvements
Nicole Inwood • February 10, 2021
In commercial food operations, food safety and sanitation are of paramount importance, and engaging an Food Safety or HACCP Consultant can ensure you're doing everything necessary to conform to accepted best practices. Whether you will soon face a more stringent external audit or you want to seek certification to open more doors for your product, we can assist you with developing your system and fast track your success.
The Benefits of Using an Food Safety Consultant or HACCP Consultant Such as Pinnacle Management Systems
Why is an outside point of view a good idea? We can provide:
- Access to almost two decades of experience and expertise in food safety consulting, training and auditing, a clear and concise consulting process.. we use your knowledge and experience in your product and business and match our technical expertise in Food Safety to develop a system that is customised and works for your business.
- Implementing a Food Safety Plan compliant with HACCP can reduce your recall insurance premiums significantly and open up trade with large manufacturers, retailers and prevent costly recalls and damage to your brand.
- We are invested in your success and ensure safe products, and trustworthy environment for food handling at every level.
- We are experienced at auditing and implementing HACCP and other Food Safety standards (ISO 22000, FSSC, SQF, BRC, HACCP, HARPS, Freshcare, ABWI, WQA) and audit requirements by many major businesses, including Woolworths, Coles, Coca Cola, McDonalds, Spotless, Cravable Brands, Costco, Aldi, and Tesco. requirements allows us to provide actionable suggestions for vendors hoping to forge a partnership as a supplier for these businesses.
What You Can Expect From Us as Your HACCP/Food Safety Consultant
To ensure you can produce safe products and services, and comply with food safety standards , we assist by helping you to;
- Develop a functional and easy to use Food Safety and HACCP Plan
- Conduct Hazard Analysis and systems for monitoring Critical Control Points (CCPs)
- Inspect your food processing premises or work practices to provide you with advice to ensure safety and hygienic production of food or delivery of services
- Assist with troubleshooting and investigation of system deficiencies, resulting in high numbers of customer complaints, non-conformances or incidents such as recalls
- Review product labels to ensure compliance with the Food Standard Code labelling rules
- Assist with shelf life validation
- Training for management and employee
- We have a full range of food safety templates and HACCP templates for those business who would like to implement a system yourselves, we are always here to support your through all stages of your food safety system development
About Pinnacle Management Systems
With 17 years in our industry, we have a firm base of experience from which to help clients as r. Our focus remains on simple, understandable systems which are easy for the entire workforce to use. Together, we can lay the groundwork for consistency and quality in everything your business produces. Contact us below to get started.
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How ISO 22002-100 Fits with ISO 22000 1. Role of ISO 22000 ISO 22000:2018 is the overarching Food Safety Management System (FSMS) standard. It sets the framework: context, leadership, planning, risk-based thinking, operational control (including HACCP), performance evaluation, and continual improvement. Clause 8.2 ( Prerequisite programmes ) requires organisations to establish, implement, and maintain PRPs appropriate to their activities. However, ISO 22000 does not specify detailed PRP requirements, it leaves that to supporting standards. 2. The Gap ISO 22002-100 Fills ISO 22002-100:2025 is a new foundational PRP standard that provides the “core” requirements applicable across all food chain sectors. It introduces common baseline PRPs (e.g., layout, utilities, personnel hygiene, cleaning, pest control, contamination prevention). This avoids duplication and ensures consistency across different sector standards. 3. Link to Sector-Specific Standards After applying the common requirements in ISO 22002-100, organisations then apply the sector-specific PRP standards: ISO 22002-1:2025 → Food manufacturing ISO 22002-2:2025 → Catering ISO 22002-4:2025 → Packaging ISO 22002-6:2025 → Feed manufacturing ISO 22002-7:2025 → Retail/wholesale (etc.) Each sector-specific standard is designed to be used in combination with ISO 22002-100, not as a stand-alone. 4. Practical Integration with ISO 22000 Think of it as a three-layer structure: ISO 22000 → FSMS framework (HACCP + management system requirements) ISO 22002-100 → Core PRPs (baseline hygiene & infrastructure applicable everywhere) ISO 22002-X (sector-specific) → Tailored PRPs (unique to your food sector, e.g., food manufacturing in ISO 22002-1) Together, they ensure: ISO 22000 provides the management system backbone. ISO 22002-100 and the relevant sector-specific standard provide the operational hygiene and infrastructure controls needed to make HACCP effective. 5. Certification Relevance For FSSC 22000, certification requires ISO 22000 plus the appropriate ISO 22002 PRP standard. With the 2025 update, this will now mean: ISO 22000:2018 ISO 22002-100:2025 (core) ISO 22002-X:2025 (sector-specific, e.g., -1 for manufacturing) So, ISO 22002-100 is essentially the missing link, it standardises the PRP “foundation” so that sector standards don’t need to repeat it. In short: ISO 22000 tells you what to manage, ISO 22002-100 tells you the baseline PRPs every food business must have, and ISO 22002-1 (or another sector standard) tells you the extra PRPs specific to your sector.
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In today’s fast-paced food industry, ensuring safety and compliance is more critical than ever. Unlocking food safety through a robust Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan is essential for protecting your business and gaining the trust of your customers. With increasing regulations and heightened consumer awareness, implementing the right HACCP templates can streamline your processes, strengthen food safety measures, and keep your operations running smoothly. This ultimate guide will walk you through the essentials of HACCP templates tailored for your business needs. Whether you’re a small food producer or a large-scale manufacturer, this resource offers a comprehensive roadmap to navigate the complexities of food safety management. Join us as we explore the key components of effective HACCP templates and empower your team to establish a culture of safety that resonates with quality and compliance. Let’s dive into the world of HACCP and unlock the potential for a safer, more successful food business!
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