BRCGS Storage & Distribution System Requirements
Guidance Aligned with BRCGS Global Standard for Storage & Distribution
Published by Food Safety Systems | A Service by Consultare Inc. Group – A Compliance Company
Organizations involved in warehousing, logistics, and distribution must implement rigorous controls to ensure product safety, integrity, and compliance throughout the supply chain. The BRCGS Storage & Distribution Standard provides a framework for managing risks in temperature-controlled and ambient storage operations.
This guide provides a practical checklist to implement certification-ready systems for storage and distribution facilities.
BRCGS Storage & Distribution Compliance Checklist
1. Leadership Commitment (Clause 1)
✓ Document a product safety policy signed by senior management
✓ Conduct quarterly management reviews of warehouse operations
✓ Allocate resources for food safety and quality improvements
2. Hazard & Risk Analysis (Clause 2)
✓ Implement a HACCP-based risk assessment for storage processes
✓ Identify critical control points for temperature, humidity, and contamination
✓ Validate control measures for high-risk operations
3. Quality & Food Safety Management (Clause 3)
✓ Maintain documented procedures for all warehouse activities
✓ Establish product specifications for sensitive goods
✓ Implement electronic traceability systems (one-up, one-down)
4. Site & Facility Standards (Clause 4)
✓ Maintain hygienic storage areas with cleanable surfaces
✓ Control pest management through licensed contractors
✓ Segregate allergen/non-allergen products
5. Vehicle & Transport Controls (Clause 5)
✓ Implement temperature monitoring for refrigerated transport
✓ Conduct pre-loading inspections of vehicles
✓ Maintain cleaning records for transport units
6. Product Handling (Clause 6)
✓ Establish first-expired-first-out (FEFO) systems
✓ Control cross-contamination risks during loading/unloading
✓ Implement damage inspection procedures
7. Personnel Training (Clause 7)
✓ Train staff on hygiene, allergen control, and GMPs
✓ Provide specialized training for temperature-sensitive products
✓ Maintain training records with competency assessments
8. Supplier & Customer Approval (Clause 8)
✓ Risk-assess suppliers and customers
✓ Require temperature control agreements where applicable
✓ Conduct site audits for high-risk partners
9. Temperature Monitoring (Clause 9)
✓ Calibrate temperature recording devices quarterly
✓ Implement real-time monitoring systems for cold chain
✓ Maintain temperature logs for all shipments
10. Incident Management & Recall (Clause 10)
✓ Document a recall procedure with customer notification steps
✓ Conduct mock recalls annually
✓ Maintain batch/lot traceability records
11. Food Defense & Security (Clause 11)
✓ Implement tamper-evident seals for high-risk products
✓ Control access to storage areas
✓ Conduct vulnerability assessments annually
12. Internal Audits (Clause 12)
✓ Audit all BRCGS clauses annually
✓ Verify implementation of all control measures
✓ Document corrective actions for non-conformities
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Documentation Tools
• Warehouse SOP templates
• HACCP plans for storage operations
• Vehicle inspection checklists
Implementation Support
• Temperature mapping studies
• Cold chain validation
• Mock audit preparation
Technology Solutions
• Digital temperature monitoring systems
• Traceability software
• Electronic record-keeping tools
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Reference & Disclaimer
Standard: BRCGS Global Standard for Storage & Distribution (Issue 4)
Disclaimer: Food Safety Systems is an independent provider not affiliated with BRCGS.