In short: Foundation FSSC published FSSC 22000 Version 6 in April 2023, with audits against it starting in April 2024. It adds requirements covering food safety and quality culture, food loss and waste, equipment management and communication.
What is FSSC 22000?
FSSC 22000 is a GFSI-recognised certification scheme based on ISO 22000, sector-specific prerequisite programmes and additional scheme requirements.
What is new in Version 6?
- Food safety and quality culture requirements
- Food loss and waste policy and objectives
- Equipment management and hygienic design
- Communication requirements, including with the certification body
- Updated requirements on food defence and food fraud
How should organizations transition?
Review the new scheme requirements, update procedures and train staff before the first Version 6 audit.
Key takeaways
- Version 6 audits started in April 2024.
- Culture, food loss and waste and equipment are new focus areas.
- Built on ISO 22000:2018.
Frequently asked questions
Is FSSC 22000 GFSI recognised?
Yes.
Does Version 6 replace ISO 22000?
No. It builds on ISO 22000:2018 with additional requirements.
What is food fraud mitigation?
Controls to reduce the risk of intentional adulteration or misrepresentation for economic gain.