BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9 requires sites to implement a scheduled, risk-based internal audit program that covers the entire food safety and quality management system. Internal audits must verify ongoing compliance with BRCGS requirements, legal obligations, and internal procedures.
Clause 3.4.1: “There shall be a scheduled programme of internal audits throughout the year. The scope shall cover the implementation of the food safety and quality management system and include all processes and activities with a frequency based on risk.”
Internal audits are essential for identifying gaps, verifying procedural compliance, and driving continuous improvement before external audits or incidents occur.
BRCGS for Storage & Distribution requires that products moved via cross-docking are traceable and controlled at all times, even when they are not held in storage for extended periods.
Clause 4.3.1: “The company shall ensure that traceability is maintained at all stages, including during cross-docking operations.”
Clause 4.3.3: “Procedures shall be in place to ensure that all products handled, including those not stored on-site, remain under control and are not subject to contamination or substitution.”
Cross-docking operations must not compromise product traceability, safety, or integrity. Even with minimal handling and temporary presence, each product must be accurately identified, documented, and protected.
Audit Finding | Recommended Action |
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Incomplete or missing audit schedule | Develop and approve a documented annual audit plan |
Repetition of the same non-conformities | Conduct root cause analysis and verify CAPA effectiveness |
Lack of evidence for audits performed | Retain completed checklists, notes, and supporting documentation |
No follow-up on non-conformities | Track CAPA status and verify closure before marking complete |
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