Supplier Checklist
Following are some considerations before finalising a vendor.
- Is the food supplier registered with the Health Service Executive (HSE) or other relevant authority?
- Does the company have a documented system for managing food safety?
- Does the company operate a HACCP system?
- Has it been awarded a food safety management system certification e.g., ISO 22000/EIQA?
- Are traceability records available?
- What other food products does it handle or supply?
- What other customers do they have?
- Is microbiological testing carried out?
- Is there written specification for raw materials and finished products?
- Are there written work procedures?
- Is there a cleaning schedule in operation?
- Are there written procedures on aspects such as personal hygiene?
- Is there a formal pest control plan in place?
- What training is given to food handlers?
- What vehicles are used for transporting food, and how are they maintained?
- What legislation applies to the business?
- What audits are carried out?