Issue 6 of the SALSA standard has now been published and will be auditable from the 1st of September. The new issue introduces several substantial changes to the requirements, which means you’ll likely need to … Read more
The 4 Cs of Food Safety Explained
Whether you work in the hospitality industry or the food manufacturing sector, you’ve probably heard of the 4 Cs of food safety. But what exactly are they, and why are they so important? In the … Read more
HACCP Plan for Sushi & Sashimi: High-Risk Foods
Whether you manage a Japanese restaurant or a sushi takeaway, you’ll need to have an appropriate food safety management system in place. This should include your HACCP plan, covering in detail all the necessary procedures … Read more
New PPE Regulations 2022: A Quick Guide
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022, also known as PPER 2022, will come into force on the 6th of April. Wondering what this means for your business? And if your responsibilities as … Read more
BRCGS Grading System Explained: From AA to Uncertified
Whether you’re anxiously awaiting your first audit, or just starting out your certification journey, it’s important to understand the BRCGS grading system. Obtaining a good certification grade is critical as it shows that you’re meeting … Read more
BRCGS Agents & Brokers Issue 3: What You Need to Know
A new issue of BRCGS Agents & Brokers was published in October 2021. As usual, there is a period of transition until full implementation is required. Issue 2 is still currently the valid version of … Read more
BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9: What You Need to Know
As announced in 2021, BRCGS has now introduced a new issue of the Food Safety Standard. Please keep checking this page for the latest updates and news on the standard as we are continuously reviewing … Read more
New Calorie Labelling Regulations: What You Need to Know
From April 2022 onwards, large businesses will have to display calorie information on their food labels and menus in England. We’ve put together this short, easy-to-read guide to help you navigate through the upcoming changes. … Read more
BRCGS Packaging Materials: Certification Success Stories 2021
The BRCGS Packaging Materials Standard provides a robust framework for the accreditation of companies that supply packaging to food producers as well for other applications across all levels of the supply chain. Widely recognised around … Read more
BRCGS is Celebrating Its 25th Anniversary
A widely recognised organisation, BRCGS (previously BRC) has been protecting the global supply chain since 1996. Initially set up to reduce audit duplication by UK retailers, BRCGS now operates the most rigorous third-party certification scheme … Read more