BRC Global Standard for Food Safety

What Is the BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety?

More than 30,000 sites across over 130 countries hold BRCGS (Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards) Food Safety certification. When major retailers and food service buyers assess their suppliers, this is the standard they are most commonly requiring. That level of global adoption is not coincidental. It reflects decades of development, broad industry input, and a framework rigorous enough to be trusted at every tier of the food supply chain.

Built on the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and supported by a comprehensive quality management system, the standard provides food manufacturers and processors with a structured framework for identifying, managing, and mitigating food safety risks across every dimension of their operations, from site standards and process controls to allergen management, traceability, and food safety culture. It is benchmarked by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and accepted by major retailers, food service operators, and ingredient buyers worldwide.

Who Needs BRCGS Food Safety Certification?

BRCGS Food Safety certification is applicable to any organisation involved in the manufacturing, processing, or handling of food products, including:

• Primary food manufacturers and co-manufacturers
• Ingredient and raw material processors
• Secondary and value-added food processors
• Contract manufacturing and private-label production facilities
• Facilities supplying products to retailers, food service operators, or branded manufacturers

For organisations supplying major retailers or food service buyers, BRCGS Food Safety is one of the most widely accepted pathways to meeting GFSI-recognised supplier certification requirements, which have become a standard expectation across the global food industry.

Key Requirements of the Standard

• Senior management must demonstrate visible commitment to food safety and foster a documented culture in which food safety responsibilities are understood at every level of the organisation
• A documented HACCP plan that identifies hazards specific to the operation, establishes critical control points, defines monitoring procedures, and sets corrective actions for each stage of production
• A fully documented food safety and quality management system with defined procedures, clear ownership, and a regular review process
• Site standards covering facility design, maintenance programs, pest control, and environmental monitoring to prevent contamination at the source
• Product control systems that address allergen management, product authenticity verification, and labelling accuracy and compliance
• Process control procedures including defined monitoring activities, documented deviations, and structured corrective action processes
• Personnel hygiene standards, defined training requirements, and documented competency records for all staff involved in food safety-relevant activities
• A traceability system capable of tracking products through the full supply chain, supported by tested recall and withdrawal procedures

Benefits of BRCGS Food Safety Certification

• Meets the supplier certification requirements of major retailers and food service buyers globally
• Provides a structured framework that strengthens hazard identification and risk management across the entire operation
• Improves food safety culture, team accountability, and day-to-day operational consistency
• Protects brand integrity by reducing the likelihood and impact of food safety incidents and product recalls

Certification Through PJRFSCC

PJR Food Safety assigns auditors based on sector-specific experience, so the person evaluating your food safety systems understands the operational realities of food manufacturing, not just the requirements on paper. The process begins with an application and documentation review, followed by a full on-site audit that evaluates both the design of your systems and their real-world effectiveness on the floor.

Audit findings are detailed and specific, giving your team clear, actionable information rather than vague observations. Upon successful certification, your organisation is listed in the BRCGS Directory and issued an official BRCGS certificate, with ongoing certification maintained through scheduled recertification audits.

Contact PJRFSCC at 1-855-757-7374 or request a quote to begin.