FSSC 22000 Version 7 gap analysis checklist
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FSSC 22000 Version 7 gap analysis checklist
Preparing for the transition to Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 Version 7 requires a clear understanding of what has changed, what is new, and where your current food safety management system may need to be updated. This gap analysis checklist, developed by LRQA, maps every requirement in Part 2 of the Scheme against the previous version, clearly identifying new, changed, and unchanged clauses so your team knows exactly where to focus its efforts.
Key transition changes covered include:
- The move to the ISO 22002-x Prerequisite Programme (PRP) series
- Alignment with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Benchmarking Requirements 2024
- Updated requirements for food defense, food fraud mitigation, and allergen management
- New and strengthened expectations around food safety culture and personnel commitment
- Changes to traceability, packaging design, stock management, and food loss and waste
Each clause includes a plain-language checklist question and a clear description of what has changed from Version 6, making the checklist practical for both food safety teams and those responsible for audit preparation. Whether you are planning your transition timeline or preparing for an audit, this checklist provides a structured starting point for identifying gaps and prioritizing actions.
