Developed by the British Retail Consortium (BRC), a UK trade organization that represents the interests of UK retailers, the BRC's Global Standard for Food Safety  was created to establish a standard for due diligence and supplier approval.

The standard has been adopted by food manufacturers throughout the world, especially by those organizations supplying British retailers. Third-party certification to the standard helps manufacturers, brand owners and retailers fulfil their legal obligations and safeguard consumers. The standard covers a comprehensive scope of product safety areas, as well as the legal and due diligence responsibilities of both the supplier and the retailer.

It is particularly suitable for companies supplying food products to UK retailers, regardless of the product or country of origin. In most cases certification to this standard is a precondition for supplying to UK retailers. It has been adopted by organizations throughout the world. 

The principal requirements of the standard are the adoption and implementation of a HACCP system, a documented and effective quality management system and a control of factory environmental standards, products, processes and personnel.

• Improve your food safety management systems
• Demonstrate your commitment to food safety standards
• Increase confidence in the quality and safety of your products
• Make sure your suppliers also follow good hygiene practices
• Monitor your system to achieve continuous improvement