GMP
Good Manufacturing Practices
What is ISO GMP ?
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) serves as a foundational program within the Food Safety Management System, acting as a prerequisite for achieving higher levels of food safety management systems such as HACCP and ISO 22000. GMP establishes the essential hygiene and processing requirements that apply to all food processing establishments, setting a minimum standard for ensuring food safety. By adhering to GMP, organizations lay the groundwork for implementing more advanced food safety management systems and enhancing their overall food safety practices.
Requirements of ISO GMP ?
There are several guidelines outlining the GMP requirements, e.g.
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Design and layout of premises
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Supplies of water, air and energy
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Management of waste
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Equipment suitability and preventive maintenance
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Cleaning and sanitation
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Management of purchased materials
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Pest control
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Prevention of cross contamination
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Personal Hygiene
Benefits of GMP
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By reducing food wastage and rejects, cost savings can be achieved.
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Fulfilling basic food safety requirements is ensured.
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Improved business performance is facilitated.
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Demonstrating commitment to producing safe and healthy products.
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Instilling confidence in stakeholders regarding manufacturing facility processes.
How can Nixan assist you?
At Nixan, we specialize in providing management system training and consultancy services. With our extensive expertise and practical experience, we assist clients in developing effective management systems, from conceptualization to successful implementation.
Our consultation approach is designed to help you achieve certification by following these key steps:
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Identify areas within your current Management System that require improvement or development.
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Collaborate with your company personnel to create a strategic action plan that addresses these improvement areas and effectively communicates the requirements to key personnel at all levels.
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Deliver system-related trainings to your company personnel, raising awareness and equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills for system implementation.
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Help and guidance in developing and implementing the systems, including the preparation of documentation.
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Offer advice and support, if needed, in preparing and submitting applications to your certification body.
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Assist in the development of internal auditing procedures and provide training to ensure effective implementation of the management system.
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Conduct internal audits to verify the successful implementation of the management system prior to the final audit by your certification body.
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Facilitate Management Review Meetings to evaluate the performance of the management system and identify areas for improvement prior to the final audit by your certification body.