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IFS International Food Standard (Ver. 4, 2004)
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
In 2002, in order to create a common food safety standard, German food retailers have developed a common audit standard called International Food Standard or IFS.
In 2003, French food retailers have joined the IFS Working Group and have contributed to development of IFS version 4.
Builts up on the ISO 9001:2000, implements additional the requirements of food laws, the principles of good practice, the HACCP risk analysis and refers as well to the actual EU-legislation concerning the handling of allergens and genetic modified organisms.
IFS -Objectives
The aim of the IFS is to create a consistent evaluation system for all companies supplying retailer branded food products with uniform formulations, uniform audit procedures and mutual acceptance of audits, which will create a high level of transparency throughout the supply chain.
The IFS defines requirements in content, procedure and evaluation of audits requirement profile for the certification bodies and auditors.
In 2003, French food retailers have joined the IFS Working Group and have contributed to development of IFS version 4.
Builts up on the ISO 9001:2000, implements additional the requirements of food laws, the principles of good practice, the HACCP risk analysis and refers as well to the actual EU-legislation concerning the handling of allergens and genetic modified organisms.
IFS -Objectives
The aim of the IFS is to create a consistent evaluation system for all companies supplying retailer branded food products with uniform formulations, uniform audit procedures and mutual acceptance of audits, which will create a high level of transparency throughout the supply chain.
The IFS defines requirements in content, procedure and evaluation of audits requirement profile for the certification bodies and auditors.
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