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ISO 22000 · Food safetySafety of food products: HACCP across the food chain.
Why structure your food safety?
Controlled food products
Every critical step in your chain (receiving, processing, storage) is under control.
Easier access to export markets
A certification often required by international retailers and for export.
Fewer health risks
HACCP principles built into a complete management system, not just an isolated final check.
Our services in detail
ISO 22000 compliance assessment
Document review, interviews, on-site visit, practice analysis, gap assessment against ISO 22000:2018, and identification of priorities and risks.
DeliverablesAssessment report, gap matrix, prioritised action plan and compliance roadmap.
Implementation of a food safety management system (FSMS) per ISO 22000
Definition of context and scope, policy and objectives, process mapping, responsibilities, document management, communication, operational control, monitoring, evaluation and improvement.
DeliverablesStructured, operational FSMS, tailored documentation, management tools, indicators and a deployment plan.
HACCP study and food hazard control
Setting up or supporting the HACCP team, description of products and intended use, flow diagrams, hazard analysis, determination of PRPs, OPRPs and CCPs, critical limits, monitoring and corrective actions.
DeliverablesHACCP study, food safety plan, CCP/OPRP data sheets, monitoring procedures and associated records.
Food hygiene and safety audit
On-site inspection, assessment of hygiene practices, cleaning and disinfection, pest control, waste management, storage, cold chain, staff hygiene and cross-contamination control.
DeliverablesAudit report, photographic evidence where authorised, compliance grid and corrective action plan.
ISO 22000 internal audit
Audit planning, review of applicable requirements, interviews, on-site observations, evidence sampling, identification of non-conformities and improvement opportunities.
DeliverablesAudit plan, internal audit report, non-conformity records and treatment recommendations.
ISO 22000 certification readiness / mock audit
Full audit simulation, evidence verification, HACCP control check, documentation review, interviews with process owners and analysis of remaining gaps.
DeliverablesMock audit report, gap list, gap-closure plan and priorities ahead of certification.
Support through to ISO 22000 certification
Project management, methodological support, compliance work, documentation and on-site support, team training, internal audits, management review, mock audit and support closing gaps.
DeliverablesCertification file prepared, evidence organised, trained teams and support closing non-conformities.
Maintenance and improvement of the ISO 22000 system
Periodic reviews, indicator tracking, documentation updates, incident analysis, corrective-action follow-up, regulatory watch, surveillance-audit preparation and support for management reviews.
DeliverablesAnnual maintenance plan, dashboards, documentation updates, monitoring reports and improvement plans.
Traceability, withdrawal-recall and food crisis management
Assessment of the traceability system, definition of responsibilities, withdrawal-recall procedure, crisis communication, traceability testing and a simulated exercise.
DeliverablesWithdrawal-recall procedure, contact matrix, traceability test report and improvement plan.
Supplier audit and qualification
Definition of evaluation criteria, initial qualification, supplier audits, performance monitoring, non-conformity management and periodic re-evaluation.
DeliverablesQualification grid, supplier audit report, performance scoring and action plan.
Tailored food safety training for teams
Customised modules: ISO 22000, HACCP, food hygiene, PRPs, OPRPs/CCPs, internal audit, traceability, allergens, non-conformity management, staff awareness.
DeliverablesTraining materials, practical exercises/case studies, knowledge assessments and IFECARM training certificates.
Why this standard matters
ISO 22000 governs food safety management across the entire chain, from agricultural production to distribution. It integrates the principles of the HACCP method (hazard analysis and critical control points) into a complete management system, with the communication, traceability and continuous improvement requirements typical of ISO standards. For companies in the food industry sector in Benin or West Africa, this certification is often a prerequisite for accessing export markets or meeting the requirements of international retailers, who cannot afford to risk a food-safety incident on their shelves. The standard requires documented control at every critical stage — receipt of raw materials, processing, packaging, storage, transport — rather than an isolated final check. IFECARM GROUP supports food industry manufacturers throughout this journey, paying particular attention to the concrete constraints of local production: cold chain, water quality, staff training in hygiene rules.
What we do for you
- HACCP assessment and identification of critical points along the food chain
- Development of the food safety documentation system
- Food hygiene training and good manufacturing practices
- Audits of raw-material traceability and the cold chain
- Support in preparing for the third-party certification audit
The 5 steps toward certification ISO 22000
- 1Initial assessmentHACCP assessment and identification of critical points along the food chain.
- 2PlanningDevelopment of the food safety documentation system and the HACCP plan.
- 3Roll-out and trainingFood hygiene training and good manufacturing practices for teams.
- 4Internal auditAudits of raw-material traceability and the cold chain, correction of the final gaps.
- 5Certification auditCarried out by an accredited body, which issues the certificate.
Who is this for?
Any food-industry company in Benin: production, processing, packaging, storage or transport of food products.
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Areas served
Support available in Cotonou and across the region: Benin, Togo, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Senegal, Gabon, Burkina Faso, Congo.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HACCP method?
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) is a method that identifies, assesses and controls significant food-safety hazards at every stage of the chain.
Is ISO 22000 useful for exporting?
Yes, it is often required by international retailers and eases access to export markets.
How long does an ISO 22000 certification project take?
Generally 6 to 18 months depending on your organisation’s maturity, from the initial assessment through to the third-party certification audit.
Does IFECARM GROUP issue the certification directly?
No. We prepare your organisation up to the certification audit, which is carried out by an independent accredited body (AFNOR Certification, Bureau Veritas, SGS…).
A certification project?
Let’s talk about your project: we assess your level of maturity and map out the roadmap to certification.
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