Food Safety Quality Management System

Training Guide SQF Code Module 11

SQF Code Certification Levels

The SQF Code is divided into three certification levels.

Suppliers receive an SQF certificate for the level of certification achieved.

1: Food Safety Fundamentals 2: HACCP Food Safety Plans 3: Quality Management Systems

SQF Code Certification Levels

Level 1 Food Safety Fundamentals: Entry level for new and developing businesses

Level 2 Certified HACCP Based Food Safety Plans: Incorporates all Level 1 system requirements and additionally requires that a food safety risk analysis.

Level 3 Comprehensive Food Safety and Quality Management System: Incorporates all Level 1 and Level 2 elements and indicates that a food quality risk analysis has been implemented.

Route to SQF Certification

1

•Learn about the SQF Code

2

•Select SQF Modules

3

•Register in SQF Assessment Database (Reliance)

4

•Designate an SQF Practitioner

5

•Select certification Level

6

•Document and Implement an SQF System

7

•Select a Certification Body

8

•Conduct a Pre-Assessment Audit

SQF Code for Food Manufacturing

SQF Code

Module 11: Food Safety Fundamentals – Good Manufacturing

Practices for Processing of Food

Products

Module 2: SQF System Elements

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11.1 Site Requirements and Approval

The location of premises, buildings, operations and the land use must not affect hygiene & food safety.

Any measures established to maintain a suitable external environment should be monitored and reviewed.

The premises and operations on site should be approved by the relevant authority.

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11.2.10 Calibration

The methods and responsibility for the calibration of measuring, test and inspection equipment used for key monitoring activities must be documented and implemented.

Calibrated equipment must be protected from damage and unauthorized adjustment.

Equipment must be calibrated to national or international reference standards.

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11.2.11 Management of Pests and Vermin

Pesticides and other toxic chemicals must be clearly labeled, securely stored and handled and applied by properly trained personnel with an understanding of the hazards involved.

Pest control contractors must be approved and qualified.

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11.3.11 First Aid

There should be first aid facilities to treat minor injuries and arrangements provided when a patient requires more specialized care.

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11.5.3 Water Delivery

The delivery of water within the premises must ensure potable water is not contaminated.Non-potable water must be controlled to prevent cross contamination between potable and non-potable water lines.Non-potable water pipes should be clearly identified.

11.5.4 Water Treatment

Water treatment methods, equipment and materials must ensure water receives an effective treatment.