FSSC 22000 is a GFSI-recognised certification scheme built on ISO 22000, sector prerequisite programmes and additional scheme requirements. FSSC 22000 Version 7 was released on 1 May 2026. Certified organisations can continue to be audited against Version 6 until 30 April 2027, and upgrade audits against Version 7 take place between 1 May 2027 and 30 April 2028. We help you complete a gap analysis and update your system well before your upgrade audit.
Scope of our support
- Gap analysis against the Version 7 scheme documents
- ISO 22000:2018 requirements and sector prerequisite programmes
- Additional scheme requirements, such as food defence, food fraud mitigation and food safety and quality culture
- Updating documentation, training and internal audit
- Preparation for the upgrade audit
Business benefits
- Win tenders and keep customers who require certification
- Reduce errors, waste and incidents
- Show regulators and clients that risks are under control
- Give staff clear roles, procedures and objectives
- Build a base for continual improvement
Who it is for
Manufacturers, service providers, contractors, food businesses and public bodies of any size — whether you are seeking certification for the first time, moving to a new edition of a standard, or recovering from a difficult audit.
Our methodology
- Gap analysis — we compare your current practice with the standard and agree priorities.
- Project plan and team training — a realistic timeline, clear owners and awareness training.
- System design and documentation — policy, objectives, processes and records built around how you work.
- Implementation support — on-site and remote coaching while your team puts the system into practice.
- Internal audit — a full audit by an experienced auditor to test readiness.
- Management review — we help leadership review performance and decide actions.
- Certification audit support — preparation for the certification body’s audit and closure of any findings.
What you receive
- Gap analysis report
- Project plan
- Documented information: policy, objectives, procedures and records
- Risk and opportunity registers
- Training records
- Internal audit report
- Management review minutes
- Corrective action plan
Frequently asked questions
How long does a project take?
It depends on the size of your organisation, the number of sites and the controls already in place. We give you a timeline after the gap analysis.
Do you issue the certificate?
No. Certificates are issued by an independent, accredited certification body. We prepare you and support you through the audit.
Can several standards be combined?
Yes. We can build one integrated management system covering, for example, quality, environment and occupational health and safety.
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