Top 5 Non-Conformities in Food Safety Audits – And How to Prevent Them
🧭 Introduction Food safety audits are a critical part of maintaining trust, compliance, and product integrity in any food manufacturing environment. Whether you're working toward ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, or BRCGS certification, audits reveal how well your food safety management system (FSMS) is being implemented. As a food safety consultant, I’ve seen recurring non-conformities across facilities of all sizes — from local bakeries to export-certified gelatin and dairy plants. Addressing these issues proactively can prevent certification delays, product recalls, or even plant shutdowns . In this blog, we’ll explore the top 5 most common non-conformities , real-life examples from the field, and how to fix them before the auditor arrives. 1️⃣ Incomplete or Outdated Documentation ❗ What Auditors Find: Missing SOPs or work instructions Outdated revision versions in use No records of document review or approval No version control in place 🔍 Real Example: A Karachi-bas...