The BRC certification is becoming increasingly popular in Mexico. To be specific, the BRC certification has been applied to the food industry since 1996 by various companies. This certification was intended to better control contamination risks for consumers. This means that food producers are required to meet international food safety standards.
BRC certification establishes that an organization has effective control over food safety and quality. This certification guarantees the safety and quality of food. Encourages food processors/food suppliers to include best practices for preparing healthy and safe food. This universally recognized certification helps improve customer confidence in your food processing system and food preparation process. This undoubtedly improves your brand image and business reputation. Furthermore, BRC certification in Mexico takes your business global and helps you win new business opportunities.
The BRC certification in Mexico is applicable to small or large organizations, this standard is applicable to all organizations in the food chain. For example,
To obtain BRC certification, you must go through a rigorous assessment of your current management systems and practices. The audit will cover the processes of transformation, packaging, storage and distribution, as well as the supporting documentation that describes the food safety system in your organization. We will then review your records showing that best practices are being carried out in relation to hot spots, along with your risk assessments and risk control plans.
The audit is carried out by third-party auditors with experience for this purpose. This assessment will determine if your food processing system meets internationally recognized food safety standards. If you meet these standards, after successfully passing the assessment, you will receive the BRC certification which is valid for up to two years.
The BRC certification has an annual audit system which means that every year the food processing company will be resettled by the BRC auditors. If you want to keep your BRC certificate, it is important to continually improve your food safety management system.