A Guide On What To Know About SQF Food Safety
There are various organizations that have their own food safety guidelines. The one we will focus on today is the SQF food safety guidelines and what you need to know about them.
When Did SQF Food Safety Guidelines Begin?
SQF stands for Safe Quality Food. The SQF food safety is a food safety certification recognized by Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) which covers all stages of food supply chain from primary production to food manufacturing, distribution, food packaging and retail. SQF food safety standard certification is based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points or HACCP points.
The SQF standard of food safety was first developed in 1994 in Australia. It is now owned and managed by the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) since 2003. SQF is recognized worldwide by major retailers and food service providers for a rigorous and credible food safety management system. Many retailers and food manufacturers require SQF certification to purchase the product.
Apart from food safety program, product quality is also covered with SQF quality code. SQF certification confirms that the product's organization produces, processes, preparation and food handling is of high standard as per global benchmark. NSF International Food Safety Certification, LLC is also accredited to certify to the SQF.
