Foundation FSSC

We had the pleasure of hosting our first FSSC Information Day in Istanbul last week, and it was a truly rewarding experience! Over 80 participants—including directors, academics, certification program managers, industry professionals, and retailers—came together, along with a fantastic lineup of regional speakers who shared their valuable insights.   A special thanks to FSSC's Necat KIRKIL, our Representative for Türkiye and the Middle East, whose efforts and local expertise were instrumental in organizing the event and fostering connections with regional industry professionals. His leadership helped create an engaging platform to discuss our food safety and social sustainability certification Programs in the region.   The positive reception of this inaugural event in Türkiye highlights the growing need for meaningful dialogue on #FoodSafety and #SocialSustainability. We sincerely thank all attendees for their constructive discussions, which provided valuable insights, and we look forward to continuing the collaboration. #FSSC #FSSC22000 #FSSC24000 #certification #Türkiye

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁. 🌱🌍 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 reminds us that everyone deserves access to safe, nutritious, and sustainable food—everywhere, every day. Achieving this requires action across the entire food supply chain. At Foundation FSSC, we believe 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 and 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 go hand in hand in achieving the #RighttoFood. Our 𝗙𝗦𝗦𝗖 𝟮𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟬 certification Program helps ensure safe, high-quality food reaches the consumer, while 𝗙𝗦𝗦𝗖 𝟮𝟰𝟬𝟬𝟬 addresses social inequalities in supply chains. By becoming FSSC certified, companies contribute to: 🥢 Improving food safety, reducing foodborne illnesses (#SDG3) 🤝 Protecting workers' rights and advancing social equity (#SDG10) ♻️ Promoting sustainability and reducing food loss and waste (#SDG12) 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 in building a stronger, safer, and fairer global food system. 🌱 🔗 Learn more about FSSC certification and how your organization can make a difference: https://ow.ly/UyqR50TLJl4 #WorldFoodDay #RighttoFood #FSSC #FSSC22000 #FSSC24000

During the FSSC Insights webinar on Equipment Management, attendees asked us how FSSC 22000 Certified Organizations should deal with the purchase specification of equipment installed years ago. When dealing with equipment installed several years ago, it is essential to understand that the FSSC 22000 Additional Requirement on Equipment Management does not apply retrospectively. An organization only needs to assess its existing equipment against the requirement if the existing equipment undergoes significant change. However, it is essential to note that organizations must still address hazards and associated risks related to existing equipment and their design within the hazard analysis. According to ISO 22000:2018, specifically in clause 8.5, organizations must conduct a hazard analysis, which includes assessing hazards associated with equipment used within the production process. Additionally, organizations shall refer to the respective clause of the related sector-specific PRP (Pre-Requisite Program) standard for hygienic design. For more information on Equipment Management under FSSC 22000 certification, download the Guidance Document free of charge from our website here: https://ow.ly/8OWP50TKNkx #FSSC #FSSC22000 #foodsafety #certification #equipmentmanagement

Today Mrs. Cornelie Glerum (COO), Guido Dinjens (CMO), Catherine Goedbloed (IP - Integrity Program Manager) and I (FSSC 24000 Market Development Manager) had the great pleasure of welcoming China Quality Certification (CQC) to s-Hertogenbosch (Netherlands).   Mr. Liu, Gang (The Deputy Head) and his team Mr. Wang, Xin (Department Manager, CQC of China), Mr. Su, Liming (General Manager, CQC Guangdong Province), Mr. Lu, Jun (Deputy General Manager, CQC Guangxi Province), Mr. Zhang, Shuilin (General Manager, CQC Jiangxi Province), Mr. Zhang, Junxin (General Manage, CQC Europe), Ms. Shen, Suihan (Certification Manager, CQC Europe) are our valued partners from China who together with Mr. Li Yu (FSSC Liaison in China) have been instrumental in supporting Foundation FSSC vision of food safety through the adoption of FSSC 22000 scheme. CQC has shown a strong interest in adopting the FSSC 24000 scheme. During the visit, we had the opportunity to discuss and present the FSSC 24000 Social Sustainability Management System in detail. We also outlined the entire process of onboarding the Integrity Program (IP) and highlighted its significant impact.   It was truly inspiring to witness your enthusiasm and dedication to strengthening our partnership. Together, we aim to promote safety and fair working conditions across the consumer goods industry and its service providers by fostering ethical and responsible practices throughout the supply chain.   We hope your trip was both insightful and productive, and we look forward to continued collaboration in making a lasting, positive impact!

Foundation FSSC celebrates the International Day of the Girl on 11 October 2024 👧🌎 Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential. Gender Equality (#SDG5) is not only a fundamental right but essential to achieving peaceful societies and sustainable development. Moreover, empowering women has been shown to spur productivity and economic growth. This year’s theme, “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” seeks to empower girls, amplify their voices, and support their agency to shape strategies and policies that ensure a better, more just future for us all. As FSSC strives to create a better world alongside the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we strengthen the consumer goods industry through food safety and social sustainability. Our Social Management System, FSSC 24000, is a voluntary certification program that mandates how organizations uphold equal opportunities and treatment in employment and occupation. In this way, the Scheme contributes significantly to promoting gender equality in the workplace and fosters women's full and effective participation at all levels of economic decision-making. To learn more about FSSC Schemes and our support of the SDGs, you can head to our website: https://lnkd.in/eKWJBNcY #FSSC #SSCI #ISO #SDGs #GirlsInspire #EmpowerHer #IDGC2024 #FSSC24000 #FSSC22000

Foundation FSSC is growing! Are you as serious about food safety, quality, and social responsibility as we are? Join us and contribute to realizing our mission of delivering impact and trust to the consumer goods industry. Find all our current vacancies on our website here: https://lnkd.in/eff9rGXt #hiringpost #jobs #FSSC22000 #FSSC24000

🚀 Pioneering food safety, Migros Ticaret —an established retailer founded in 1954 and based in Istanbul—takes a bold step forward by achieving FSSC 22000 certification! As a trusted name in the Turkish retail sector, Migros Ticaret reaffirms its commitment to delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable food to millions of customers, setting a new benchmark for responsible food retail in Türkiye. Sevil Şen, Migros' Quality Management Systems Manager, highlights the impact: "FSSC 22000 helps organizations identify potential hazards, establish preventive measures, and maintain a strong food safety culture, ultimately protecting brand reputation and instilling customer confidence." 🔗 Curious about Migros' journey to FSSC 22000 certification? Click the link to read the full article on our website: https://ow.ly/9Rnz50TFn6S #FSSC #FSSC22000 #FoodSafety #Retail #Migros

On 09 October, Foundation FSSC will be joining the CGCSA Summit 2024 as a sponsor and guest speaker in Modderfontein, South Africa. This year's theme, “Past as a Force for the Future,” allows Summit attendees to learn from distinguished speakers and industry pioneers, discussing significant hurdles and advancements to stay ahead of global and local challenges in the FMCG sector. Elsabe Matthee (FSSC Technical Director) will speak during the event on our current focus topic, FSSC 24000: From Risk to Opportunity. FSSC 24000 is the Foundation's Scheme for Social Sustainability Management Systems, supporting businesses and their value supply chains to meet social sustainability and performance requirements. To find out more information on the event or FSSC 24000 head to our website: https://lnkd.in/eTANhVMG #CGCSA #FSSC #FSSC22000 #FSSC24000 #GFSI #ISO #SSCI #Socialsustainability #SDGs

🚨 Join the Team at Foundation FSSC! 🚨 We currently have several new roles open for applications, including that of a Quality Manager. The ideal #QualityManager for FSSC will: 🟢 have 5+ years of experience being responsible for an ISO 9001-certified QMS 🟢 be able to demonstrate a history of delivering process improvement and project efficiency 🟢 have experience working in an international and culturally diverse organization 🟢 be available for 32 – 40 hours (with the right to work in the EU) Read the full position description on the FSSC vacancy page on our website: https://lnkd.in/eff9rGXt Does it sound like you or someone you know? Don't forget to tag your network! #jobpost #hiring #iso9001 #FSSC #ISO #jobsEU

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁. 🌍 💡 Did you know the world wasted 1.05 billion tonnes of food in 2022? This means that 19% of the food available to consumers is wasted at the retail, food service, and household levels. In addition, 13% of food is lost along the supply chain from post-harvest up to (but not including) retail. ♻️ In light of the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on Sunday, 29 September, FSSC wants to highlight the importance of reducing loss and waste in the industry. Our food safety certification Scheme, FSSC 22000, applies to multiple sectors in the supply chain that are prone to food loss - manufacturing, transport, and storage - and food waste - retail and catering. That's why we chose to leverage our global influence through FSSC 22000 with the additional certification requirement on Food Loss and Waste (FLW), which we added to the Scheme in April 2023 to have Certified Organizations integrate FLW reduction measures into their management system. 👉 Discover why FSSC 22000 integrates FLW reduction measures and the Foundation's steps toward a more sustainable future for people and the planet. Swipe below and read more on our website here: https://lnkd.in/evhTZDCa #FLWDay #StopFoodLossWaste #IDAFLW2024 #FSSC #FSSC22000