Overview
A Food Safety Management System based on Codex HACCP applies the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point methodology as set out in the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene, including the 2020 revision that integrates prerequisite programmes with the HACCP system and remains the current reference. It provides a systematic, preventive approach to identifying, evaluating and controlling hazards that are significant for food safety, and can be applied by any organisation in the food chain, from primary production and manufacturing to catering, storage and distribution, regardless of size or product type. The system is built on the foundation of good hygiene practices and prerequisite programmes, upon which the HACCP plan is constructed through the widely recognised preliminary steps and seven principles: conducting a hazard analysis, determining critical control points, establishing validated critical limits, setting up monitoring procedures, defining corrective actions, verifying that the system works, and maintaining documentation and records. Emphasis is placed on management commitment, a competent HACCP team, accurate product and process description, and hazard control that is proportionate to risk, distinguishing critical control points from other control measures. Because Codex HACCP is the internationally accepted baseline for food hygiene, it underpins virtually all higher-level food safety schemes, including GFSI-recognised standards such as BRCGS, FSSC 22000 and IFS, as well as ISO 22000, which build upon and extend its principles. A Codex-based system is often verified through internal audit and may be assessed by second or third parties, though it is a methodology rather than a formally accredited certification scheme in its own right. The main benefits include a robust, risk-based framework for preventing foodborne hazards, support for legal and regulatory compliance, improved consumer protection and confidence, and a solid foundation for progressing towards recognised certification.
Included: 75 ready-to-use, fully editable documents (manual, procedures, forms, records, checklists, guidance and training material).
License: single-organization license; delivered electronically as a ZIP archive.
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Frequently asked questions
What exactly do I receive?
A downloadable ZIP containing the full set of ready-to-use documents for this toolkit — manuals, procedures, forms, records, checklists, guidance and training material, all in editable Word and Excel format. The exact document count is shown at the top of this page.
Are the documents really editable?
Yes. Every file is native Microsoft Word or Excel — no locked PDFs. Add your logo, change wording, and tailor the content to your organisation. The toolkit is yours to keep and reuse.
Does this certify my organisation?
No. These are documentation toolkits aligned to the relevant standard to help you prepare. Certification itself is issued by an accredited certification body after their audit. Our toolkits give you a strong, audit-ready starting point.
How is it delivered?
Instantly and digitally. There's no physical shipment — you download the files right after payment and receive a backup link by email.
Do I get updates?
Yes. If we revise this toolkit, you're entitled to the updated version at no extra cost — just contact us with your order details.
What is your refund policy?
Because these are digital products delivered instantly, all sales are final once downloaded. If you have any issue with your files, contact us and we'll make it right. See our Refund Policy for full details.