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The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recently released its revised Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, a testament to our commitment to improving food safety programmes globally and protecting consumer health.
The new BMRs v2024 were made possible by the members of the Benchmarking Harmonisation Working Group (BHWG), who worked diligently to deliver the group’s mandate.
What’s Next?
GFSI is providing a new opportunity for interested stakeholders to join the Benchmarking and Harmonisation Working Group (BHWG).
We’re seeking individuals with extensive experience in food safety management and a solid understanding of GFSI-recognised certification programs, representing the following stakeholder groups:
- Industry members
- Certification Bodies,
- GFSI-recognised Certification Programme Owners,
- Other senior ranking food safety management experts working in operational settings.
As a member of this group, you’ll collaborate with experts across the food safety ecosystem to develop and implement the next generation of GFSI Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs).
This working group tackles critical tasks such as:
- Providing expert advice on keeping BMRs current and aligned with evolving food safety trends,
- Keeping a pulse on industry needs and advocating for emerging issues to be addressed in the BMRs,
- Offering valuable industry perspectives on technical aspects and implementation of the BMRs.
Exciting New Challenges!
Together, we have exciting new challenges to address in the coming months, including the following topics:
- Reviewing the GFSI scopes,
- Optimising the Benchmarking cycle,
- Implementing the Auditor Training and Professional Development Programme.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is Midnight CET 20th February 2025.
Discover what past members of the BHWG have to say about the experience.
Are you passionate about food safety and want to make a real difference? Join us!
About the Global Food Safety Initiative
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) brings together key actors of the food industry to collaboratively drive continuous improvement in food safety management systems around the world.
With a vision of safe food for consumers everywhere, food industry leaders created GFSI in 2000 to find collaborative solutions to collective concerns, notably to reduce food safety risks, audit duplication and costs while building trust throughout the supply chain.
GFSI is powered by The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), a global industry network working to support Better Lives Through Better Business.
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