ISO 22000: 2018 checklist

1. Context of the Organization

Identify internal and external issues relevant to the food safety management system.

Determine the needs and expectations of interested parties.

Define the scope of the food safety management system.

Establish the food safety management system and its boundaries.

Certainly! Here are some additional steps that could be included in the "Context of the Organization" section of an ISO 22000:2018 checklist

Analyze the impact of identified internal and external issues on the food safety management system

Review and document the relevant regulatory and legislative requirements applicable to food safety

Identify potential risks and opportunities related to the context of the organization that could affect food safety objectives

Establish a method for monitoring and reviewing changes in the context of the organization that may impact the food safety management system

Communicate the context of the organization to relevant stakeholders to ensure understanding and alignment

Ensure that the defined scope of the food safety management system is aligned with the organization's overall strategic direction and objectives

Regularly review and update the context of the organization to reflect any changes in internal or external factors

These additional steps help to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s context and its implications for effective food safety management

2. Leadership

Ensure top management demonstrates leadership and commitment to the food safety management system.

Assign roles, responsibilities, and authorities for food safety.

Communicate the importance of effective food safety management.

Establish a food safety policy that is appropriate to the organization.

3. Planning

Identify food safety hazards and assess risks associated with them.

Establish objectives for the food safety management system.

Plan actions to address risks and opportunities.

Ensure resources are available to achieve food safety objectives.

4. Support

Determine and provide the necessary resources for the food safety management system.

Ensure competence of personnel affecting food safety.

Create awareness of food safety requirements among employees.

Maintain documented information required by the food safety management system.

5. Operation

Plan, implement, and control processes needed to meet food safety requirements.

Conduct hazard analysis and determine critical control points (HACCP).

Establish operational criteria for the control of processes.

Ensure monitoring and measurement of processes for effectiveness.

6. Performance Evaluation

Monitor, measure, analyze, and evaluate the performance of the food safety management system.

Conduct internal audits to evaluate the system’s effectiveness.

Review the food safety management system for continued suitability and effectiveness.

Take corrective actions for non-conformities identified.

7. Improvement

Identify opportunities for continual improvement of the food safety management system.

Address non-conformities and take corrective actions.

Ensure that improvements are communicated and implemented effectively.

Review and update the food safety management system as needed.

This checklist can serve as a guide for organizations seeking to implement or assess their compliance with ISO 22000:2018.