IFS food safety standards

IFS Standards

There are currently eight IFS standards applicable to the various stages of the supply chain.
 
  • IFS Food, for certifying companies that process food or companies that package bulk food products.
  • IFS Global Markets Food, to achieve food safety certification for small and/or less developed companies in food safety procedures, to establish a management system and implement the IFS standards within a defined timeframe. Based on GFSI.
  • IFS Wholesale / Cash & Carry, designed to optimise the audit process for wholesalers and cash & carry markets.
  • IFS Logistics Standard, an IFS standard developed for storage, distribution and transport, as well as loading and unloading activities; it can be implemented in any environment where food and non-food products are handled.
  • IFS Global Markets Logistics, thanks to its flexible and phased implementation, is a useful tool for taking the first steps towards IFS Logistics certification.
  • Other IFS standards: IFS Broker 2, IFS HPC, IFS PACsecure and IFS Food Store.

Food safety consultancy

At EmasConsultors, we can assist you with the following services related to IFS standards:

  • Food safety certification. Consultancy to achieve IFS food safety certification.
  • Internal food safety audits or supplier audits in accordance with the IFS standard.
  • ISO outsourcing. Outsource the duties of the IFS certificate holder. We integrate the strategy and business plan with the IFS certificate.
  • Food safety training tailored to your needs. In-company, online and blended training.

Benefits of IFS standards

The IFS standards offer:

  • Reputation and trust. IFS certification guarantees product safety and demonstrates compliance with customers’ specifications.
  • Legal compliance. It facilitates compliance with legal requirements relating to food and/or product safety.
  • Simplified management. The IFS standards provide a uniform framework for product safety and quality-related aspects.