FSSC 22000 Implementation Readiness

Gap Assessment and Internal Audit Services

Ensure Your FSSC 22000 Certification Success with Confidence

FSSC 22000-Aligned Audit Preparation Services by Food Safety Systems

Facing an upcoming FSSC 22000 certification audit? Our Gap Assessment and Internal Audit Services identify and resolve compliance issues before your official audit—so you can approach inspection with full preparedness and confidence.

We help you:

✓ Identify hidden non-conformities through comprehensive audit simulations

✓ Reduce stress with structured pre-audit preparation

✓ Maximize chances of first-attempt certification success

Who This Service Is For

  • Ideal for facilities preparing for FSSC 22000 certification, this service is recommended once at least three months of operational records are available and the initial implementation of your Food Safety Management System (FSMS) is complete. It combines a detailed Gap Assessment with a formal Internal Audit to evaluate readiness, identify non-conformances, prioritize corrective actions, and set your team up for audit success.

  • Ideal for facilities preparing for FSSC 22000 certification, recommended after:

    • ✓ At least 3 months of operational records are available

      ✓ Initial implementation of your Food Safety Management System (FSMS)

    We combine a detailed Gap Assessment with a formal Internal Audit to:

    • 1. Evaluate your system’s readiness against FSSC 22000 requirements

      2. Identify non-conformances and prioritize corrective actions

      3. Set your team up for audit success

Scope of Work

1. Pre-Assessment Planning

  • • Define facility scope, product categories, and certification goals

    • Establish audit schedule and documentation checklist

2. Documentation & Records Review

  • • Evaluate 90+ days of FSMS records

    • Assess SOPs, logs, risk assessments, and management reviews

3. Implementation Gap Assessment

  • • Review programs: sanitation, allergen control, traceability, supplier approval

    • Identify partial or non-compliant areas

    • Assess food fraud, food defense, and risk-based programs

4. Internal Audit Execution

  • • Full audit against FSSC 22000 requirements

    • On-site or virtual facility walkthroughs, documentation review, and interviews

    • Formal internal audit report with findings

5. Corrective Action Plan

  • • Prioritize non-conformities with timelines and accountability

    • Present findings for management review

6. Final Report & Debrief

  • • Deliver combined Gap Assessment + Audit Report

    • Provide strategic recommendations for certification readiness

Deliverables

  • • FSSC 22000 Gap Assessment Report

    • Internal Audit Report (aligned with FSSC 22000)

    • Customized Corrective Action Plan (CAP)

    • Documented Evidence Checklist

    • Management Review Debrief

Service Fee (Per Facility)

Service Mode Timeline Investment
Remote Gap Assessment 7–10 business days $4,750
On-Site Gap Assessment 5–7 business days $4,900 + travel

Notes:

  • • Travel costs (meals, lodging) excluded

    • Recommended after 90 days of record-keeping

    • On-site requires advance coordination

Sample Engagement Timeline

On-Site (5 Days)

Day Agenda Coverage
Day 0 Travel
Day 1 Facility tour & initial observations
Day 2–4 Documentation review + interviews
Day 5 Closing meeting with findings

Remote (5 Days)

Day Activity
Day 1 Virtual opening meeting + tour
Day 2–5 Document review (FSMS, allergen, etc.)
Day 6 Virtual interviews
Day 7 Closing debrief

Optional Add-Ons

  • • Corrective Action Support – From $75/document

    • HACCP/FSMS Development – $2,200/product

    • On-Site Coaching – $1,200/day + travel

    • Compliance Software – From $99/user/month

"Compliance success begins with clarity—let’s prepare your system for FSSC 22000 certification."

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