We are excited to share two new publications with you that will help you prepare for the IFS Food 8 Audit. Discover the essential information and valuable insights they hold.
IFS Food 8 Doctrine version 2
We updated the IFS Food 8 Doctrine. It is a normative document complementing the standard. Accordingly, companies, certification bodies and auditors must be aware of its content before the next audit. The current update clarifies the following requirements:
- Part 1, 1.2.1.1 on the use of a professional interpreting service provider.
- Part 3, 3.1.1.1 on the suspension or withdrawal of the accreditation of a certification body.
- Part 4, 4.2.1.1 on using the COID for companies in some specific cases.
IFS Food 8 Audit Checklist Guideline
This guideline enhances your understanding of the IFS Food Requirements as well as their intention and background. It gives you hands-on advice and contains valuable references.
For every chapter, the guideline offers you a selection of
- applicable European legislation,
- references to legislation in other parts of the world,
- and other helpful documents.
For each requirement according to part 2 of the IFS Food 8 Standard (Audit Checklist), you will find
- examples of good practices,
- typical auditor questions,
- elements an auditor should check,
- and examples of non-conformities, Majors and KOs.
The guideline has an explanatory, supportive character and is not normative. It will equip companies with the same know-how as the auditors.
Download the documents
Benefit from these sources of expertise and be well-prepared for your next audit.
- Download the IFS Food 8 Doctrine version 2 here.
- Download the updated IFS Food 8 Audit Checklist Guideline here.
[Update, 3.4.2025] IFS Food 8 Doctrine version 3 has been published. Further information can be found here.
