Good Hygiene
Practices (GHP)
Foundation for Food Safety Systems
Good Hygiene
Practices (GHP)
Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) certification ensures that food businesses follow fundamental hygiene principles necessary for producing safe food. GHP forms the foundation upon which other food safety systems like HACCP and ISO 22000 are built.
What are Good Hygiene Practices?
Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) are a set of basic conditions and activities necessary to maintain a hygienic environment throughout the food chain. They cover all aspects of food production, from raw material handling to finished product distribution. GHP is based on Codex Alimentarius guidelines and is a prerequisite program for all food safety management systems.
Key Requirements
Comprehensive Hygiene Assessment Areas
Personal Hygiene Assessment
Evaluation of personal hygiene practices of food handlers including handwashing, protective clothing, and illness reporting procedures.
Cleaning & Sanitation Verification
Comprehensive review of cleaning and sanitation procedures, schedules, and verification methods to ensure hygienic food production environments.
Facility Design & Maintenance
Assessment of facility layout, design, and maintenance practices to ensure they support hygienic food production and prevent contamination.
Water Quality & Pest Control
Verification of water quality management, supply systems, waste management protocols, and integrated pest control measures.
Temperature & Cold Chain Control
Assessment of temperature control systems and cold chain management to ensure food safety throughout storage and distribution.
Training & Cross-Contamination Prevention
Staff training and awareness programs along with cross-contamination prevention measures for raw material handling and storage.
Benefits of GHP Certification
Food Safety Foundation
Establish the basics for a robust food safety system upon which HACCP and ISO 22000 are built.
Regulatory Compliance
Meet local and international hygiene regulations based on Codex Alimentarius guidelines.
Consumer Protection
Reduce risk of foodborne illness and protect consumers through verified hygiene standards.
Prerequisite for HACCP
Build the essential foundation for advanced food safety certifications like HACCP and ISO 22000.
Staff Awareness
Improve hygiene culture across the organization with trained and aware personnel.
Market Confidence
Demonstrate commitment to food safety standards and build confidence with buyers and partners.
Why
Eurocert Asia?
Eurocert Asia provides thorough GHP assessments and certification services. Our food safety experts help organizations implement effective hygiene practices and achieve certification, paving the way for more advanced food safety standards like HACCP and ISO 22000.