(High Care, High Risk, Ambient High Care)
BRCGS Clause 8.5 requires facilities to implement zoning controls that minimize the risk of contamination between different production areas based on the vulnerability of products and processes. These zones include High Care, High Risk, and Ambient High Care.
Clause 8.5.1: “The site shall be zoned to define areas requiring a different level of hygiene control (based on risk) to prevent product contamination.”
Each zone must have appropriate physical separation, personnel flow controls, and hygiene protocols to reduce cross-contamination risks, particularly for ready-to-eat (RTE) or vulnerable products.
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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No clear zoning boundaries | Use updated maps, signage, and barriers |
Inconsistent hygiene controls between zones | Implement zone-specific SOPs and training |
Shared tools or clothing across zones | Assign dedicated tools and PPE per zone |
Inadequate staff awareness of zoning rules | Reinforce through induction and periodic refreshers |
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