Food Safety Gap Analysis Support Service
Identify and Close Gaps in Your Food Safety System
In today’s highly regulated food and beverage industry, maintaining compliance with food safety regulations is essential for market access, consumer trust, and business success.
At Fresh Group – Food Safety Consulting, we offer comprehensive Food Safety Gap Analysis services to help food and beverage SMEs operating in the USA, EU, and Canada identify weaknesses in their food safety systems and implement corrective actions aligned with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
Why Choose a Food Safety Gap Analysis?
A Food Safety Gap Analysis is a proactive approach to evaluating your food business’s existing food safety management systems, programs, policies, and procedures against recognized and required regulations, certifications, and industry standards, such as:
- FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) – USA
- USDA - Food Safety Inpection Services (FSIS) – USA
- Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) – Canada
- European Union's Food Safety Regulations and Directives
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Principles
- GFSI-Benchmarked Schemes (BRCGS, SQF, FSSC 22000, IFS, etc.)
By conducting a detailed food safety analysis, our consultants help your business identify compliance gaps, inefficiencies, risks, and food safety hazards that could result in regulatory violations, product recalls, or supply chain disruptions.
Our Food Safety Gap Analysis Process
1.
Initial Consultation
We start with a focused discussion to understand your food business operations, current food safety status, and compliance goals. This allows us to tailor the food safety gap analysis to your specific needs and regulatory requirements.
2.
Document Review & Regulatory Assessment
Our experts conduct a thorough review of your current food safety documentation, including food safety plans, allergen control measures, and Prerequisite Programs (PRPs)—ensuring alignment with relevant regulatory and industry standards.
3.
On-Site or Remote Assessment
We conduct either on-site or remote assessments of your facility, production processes, and employee practices to evaluate whether your operations align with applicable food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
4.
Gap Identification & Risk Analysis
Our food safety experts identify non-conformities, risks, hazards, and opportunities for improvement across your operations. We provide a detailed report outlining each gap, along with its potential impact on food safety compliance, regulatory readiness, and overall risk management.
5.
Corrective Action Plan & Implementation Support
We provide an actionable plan with practical recommendations to close identified food safety gaps, strengthen your safety measures, and align your systems with applicable regulatory requirements.
Our team offers ongoing support throughout the implementation process—including training, policy development, and hands-on guidance tailored to your operational needs.
6.
Follow-Up & Continuous Improvement
We conduct follow-up assessments to verify that corrective actions have been effectively implemented, helping your business stay ahead of evolving food safety standards and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
Who Should Use This Service?
Our Food Safety Gap Analysis is ideal for:
SMEs preparing for regulatory inspections or certification audits
Companies exporting to the USA, EU, or Canada
Businesses seeking to enhance their HACCP and overall food safety programs
Startups developing a new food safety management system
Established food businesses committed to continuous improvement
Why Choose Fresh Group?
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure your food safety system is fully aligned with FSMA, SFCR, EU regulations, and GFSI standards—meeting both regulatory and industry expectations across key markets.
Audit Readiness
Be fully prepared for third-party audits, regulatory inspections, and certification programs with a well-structured and compliant food safety system.
Risk Reduction
Minimize food safety risks, non-conformances, and the potential for costly product recalls through proactive analysis and targeted improvement strategies.
Improved Operational Efficiency
Optimize your food safety processes to reduce waste, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance overall operational performance.
Enhanced Market Access
Meet the compliance requirements of suppliers and retailers to unlock new business opportunities and expand into broader markets.
Get Started with Fresh Group Today
Ensure your food safety system is compliant, efficient, and audit-ready. Contact Fresh Group today to schedule your Food Safety Gap Analysis and take the next step toward achieving food safety excellence.
Let us help you bridge the gaps in your system and reach full food safety and quality compliance—with confidence and peace of mind.