<h3><span style="font-size:22px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>What is ISO 22000?</strong></span></span></h3>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>ISO 22000:2018 outlines the requirements for a Food Safety Management System. It combines the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) with internationally accepted quality management system elements, helping organizations identify and control food safety hazards.</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>It&rsquo;s applicable to all organizations in the food chain, regardless of size or complexity.</strong></span></span></p>

<h3><span style="font-size:22px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>Who Should Get ISO 22000 Certified?</strong></span></span></h3>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>ISO 22000 applies to any organization involved in the food supply chain, including:</strong></span></span></p>

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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Food manufacturers and processors</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Ingredient and additive suppliers</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Food packaging and distribution companies</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Catering services and restaurants</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Retail and wholesale food outlets</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Transportation and storage providers</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Agricultural and primary producers</strong></span></span></p>
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<h3><span style="font-size:22px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>Key Objectives of ISO 22000</strong></span></span></h3>

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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Ensure food safety at all levels of the supply chain</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Enhance consumer confidence</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Reduce food safety risks and contamination</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Improve traceability and accountability</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Achieve regulatory compliance</strong></span></span></p>
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<h3><span style="font-size:22px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>&nbsp;Benefits of ISO 22000 Certification</strong></span></span></h3>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Ensures Food Safety<br />
Identifies hazards and implements control measures at every stage of the food supply chain.</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Reduces Risks &amp; Recalls<br />
Prevents contamination and foodborne illness, reducing the risk of costly product recalls.</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Market Expansion<br />
Essential for entering international markets and meeting import/export requirements.</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Regulatory Compliance<br />
Helps meet food safety laws and government regulations.</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Continuous Improvement<br />
Based on the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle to improve processes and performance.</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Customer Confidence<br />
Demonstrates your commitment to delivering safe, high-quality food products.</strong></span></span></p>

<h3><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:22px"><strong>ISO 22000 Key Components</strong></span></span></h3>

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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Interactive Communication<br />
	Across all stages of the food chain.</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>System Management<br />
	Integrated with business processes and quality management.</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Prerequisite Programs (PRPs)<br />
	Basic conditions and activities necessary to maintain a hygienic environment.</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)<br />
	Identify, evaluate, and control food safety hazards.</strong></span></span></p>
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	<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Operational PRPs &amp; Monitoring<br />
	Ongoing process control and risk mitigation.</strong></span></span></p>
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