SQFI Food Manufacturing Audit Checklist

An SQFI Food Manufacturing Audit Checklist helps ensure that food manufacturers comply with the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) standards. This checklist covers critical areas of food safety, quality management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Here’s a sample format for an SQFI Food Manufacturing Audit Checklist:

1. Food Safety Management System

• Is there an established food safety policy?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Has a documented HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) plan been implemented and reviewed?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

2. Document Control and Records

• Are all food safety documents current, approved, and accessible?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Are records maintained to demonstrate compliance with food safety standards?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

3. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

• Are employees following personal hygiene requirements (e.g., handwashing, protective clothing)?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Is equipment and facility cleanliness maintained per GMP guidelines?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

4. Supplier and Incoming Material Management

• Are approved supplier programs in place and regularly reviewed?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Is incoming raw material inspected for quality and safety upon receipt?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

5. Traceability and Recall Procedures

• Can raw materials and finished products be traced from source to destination?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Are recall procedures documented and tested at least annually?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

6. Pest Control

• Is there a pest control program in place, with records of inspections and treatments?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Are pest control chemicals stored and handled appropriately?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

7. Site Security

• Is access to the facility controlled and monitored?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Are visitors and contractors subject to security checks and health safety requirements?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

8. Maintenance and Calibration

• Are equipment maintenance schedules followed and documented?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Are measuring devices and equipment calibrated as required?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

9. Employee Training

• Have employees received appropriate training on food safety, GMP, and HACCP?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Is refresher training provided and documented?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

10. Corrective and Preventive Actions

• Are corrective actions taken in response to non-conformances documented and monitored?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:
• Are preventive measures implemented to avoid recurrence of issues?
  ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
  Comments:

This checklist allows you to assess various aspects of your food manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with SQFI standards. For a more tailored checklist, you can adapt the questions based on specific SQF Code modules relevant to your facility.

An SQFI Food Manufacturing Audit Checklist is a useful tool to ensure food safety and quality during the audit process. Using eAuditor Audits & Inspections, a digital inspection tool, simplifies the process by allowing you to track, record, and report findings more efficiently.

Here’s a simple breakdown of how you can create and use an SQFI Food Manufacturing Audit Checklist in eAuditor Audits & Inspections:

Steps to Create and Use the Checklist in eAuditor Audits & Inspections

1. Create the Checklist:
   • Open eAuditor Audits & Inspections and create a new audit template.
   • Add sections for each category of the SQF Code, such as:
     • Food Safety Plan (HACCP): Verify that a HACCP-based plan is in place and followed.
     • Site Security: Ensure that physical security measures are effective.
     • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Check compliance with GMPs related to cleanliness, pest control, and employee hygiene.
     • Supplier Control: Review procedures for approving and monitoring suppliers.
     • Traceability: Confirm that systems for tracking product from raw materials to finished goods are effective.
2. Add Customizable Fields:
   • Include Yes/No questions, ratings, or comment fields.
   • Use scoring to rate compliance (e.g., full, partial, or non-compliance).
   • Add space for photos or notes to document any issues found.
3. Conduct the Audit:
   • Perform the audit using eAuditor Audits & Inspections on a mobile device.
   • Walk through each area of the facility, completing the checklist.
   • Record observations, take photos, and add comments in real-time.
4. Generate Reports:
   • eAuditor Audits & Inspections allows you to generate a professional report with all the data you collected.
   • Share the report with stakeholders or your management team for review and corrective actions.
5. Track and Follow Up:
   • Use eAuditor Audits & Inspections to track corrective actions and monitor improvements.
   • Set up automatic reminders for follow-up audits or reviews.

Benefits of Using eAuditor Audits & Inspections for SQFI Audits:

• Streamlined Process: eAuditor Audits & Inspections organizes all audit data in one place, making it easier to review.
• Real-Time Reporting: Instant access to your data, allowing for faster corrective actions.
• Mobile Flexibility: Conduct audits using your mobile device, eliminating the need for paper forms.

By leveraging eAuditor Audits & Inspections, you can ensure that your food manufacturing facility meets SQF standards efficiently and effectively.