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BRCGS Storage & Distribution Audit Checklist

Prepare for a BRCGS Global Standard for Storage and Distribution audit, covering senior management commitment, hazard analysis, site standards, stock handling, and traceability.

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Senior Management Commitment

  • Does the company have a documented food safety and quality policy signed by senior management? *
  • Are documented objectives established to maintain and improve the safety, legality, and quality of products stored and distributed? *
  • Are management review meetings held at appropriate planned intervals with documented minutes? *
  • Is a confidential reporting system in place for staff to report safety, integrity, or legality concerns? *
  • Date of the most recent management review

Hazard & Risk Analysis

  • Is a documented hazard and risk analysis in place covering all storage and distribution activities? *
  • Has a multidisciplinary team with relevant knowledge conducted the hazard analysis? *
  • Are physical, chemical, microbiological, and malicious hazards considered for each process step? *
  • Is the hazard analysis reviewed at least annually and when changes to activities occur? *

Site Standards & Housekeeping

  • Is the external area maintained to minimize the risk of product contamination and pest harborage? *
  • Are the fabrication of storage areas, doors, floors, and drains suitable and maintained in good condition? *
  • Is a documented cleaning schedule in place with defined responsibilities and verification of effectiveness? *
  • Is a preventive pest management program implemented, including monitoring records and trend analysis? *

Stock Handling & Temperature Control

  • Are products stored to protect them from damage, contamination, and taint? *
  • Is temperature-controlled storage monitored and recorded, with alarms for out-of-specification conditions? *
  • Is stock rotation managed using FIFO/FEFO principles to ensure shelf-life integrity? *
  • Are damaged, out-of-date, or non-conforming products segregated and controlled? *
  • Recorded chilled storage temperature (°F)

Traceability & Vehicle Standards

  • Can the company trace product one step forward and one step back throughout storage and distribution? *
  • Is the traceability system tested at least annually to confirm information is retrievable in a timely manner? *
  • Are vehicles and containers inspected for cleanliness and suitability before loading? *
  • Are documented product recall and withdrawal procedures maintained and tested? *

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