fruit and vege QMS Flashcards
global food safety intiatives (GSFI) recognised certification programs
FSSC22000
global GAP
SQF
BRC
what is NZGAP
a certification scheme for the NZ horticultural industry
-approved supplier scheme that demonstrates suppliers meet expectations
what does NZGAP define and endorse
good agricultural practises
what does NZGAP certify?
crops to the global GAP standard
produce is safe to consume
what does NZ GAP enable for growers
recognition for social and environmental responsibility
3 pillars NZGAP is based on
food safety
environement
social practise
what does the zespri scheme cover standards for
agricultural chemicals
pest management
chemical residue testing
food safety
biosecurity
phytosanitary certificates required for export
what is SQA
supplier quality assurance
what does an SQA system ensure
raw materials meet customers safety and quality standards
advantages to SQA
reduces risk of contamination
fosters relationships
allows for the development of an approved suppliers list
supplier responsibilities for SQA
delivering a quality product
customer responsibilities for SQA
set clear quality requirements for supplier
what are product criteria based on
quality
service
reputation
4 types of supplier status
preferred/selected/certified
approved
conditional
provisional
what does it mean to be an approved supplier
theyre approved to a grade standard