What is GMP?
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification demonstrates that products are consistently produced and controlled to quality standards appropriate to their intended use, covering hygiene, facilities and process control.
Benefits of Certification
- ✔Assure consistent product quality and safety
- ✔Meet retailer and regulatory expectations
- ✔Reduce contamination and quality risks
- ✔Support export and market access
- ✔Complement HACCP and ISO 22000
Scope
For manufacturers of food, cosmetics, supplements and pharmaceuticals seeking to demonstrate hygienic, controlled production.
Who it applies to
- ●Food & beverage manufacturing
- ●Processing & packaging
- ●Catering & hospitality
- ●Storage, transport & distribution
- ●Agriculture & primary production
- ●Retail & food service
What the scope covers
- ▸Prerequisite programmes (PRPs)
- ▸Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP)
- ▸Allergen and contamination control
- ▸Traceability and product recall
- ▸Hygiene and sanitation
- ▸Verification and continual improvement
Key Requirements
- ▸Facility design and hygiene
- ▸Personnel training and hygiene practices
- ▸Equipment and maintenance controls
- ▸Process and production controls
- ▸Documentation and traceability
- ▸Complaint handling and recall
Certification Process
- 1
Application & Quotation
Submit your details and receive a tailored, fixed-price quotation based on scope, sites and headcount.
- 2
Gap Analysis (Optional)
An optional pre-audit review identifies gaps between your current practices and the standard.
- 3
Stage 1 Audit
Documentation review to confirm your management system is designed and ready for assessment.
- 4
Stage 2 Audit
On-site (or remote) assessment of the implementation and effectiveness of your system.
- 5
Certification Decision
An independent technical review leads to the certification decision and issue of your certificate.
- 6
Surveillance & Renewal
Annual surveillance audits maintain your certification over the three-year cycle before recertification.
Documents Required
- 📄Company registration / incorporation details
- 📄Organisation chart and list of sites
- 📄Scope statement of activities
- 📄Management system manual / documented information
- 📄Key policies and procedures relevant to the standard
- 📄Records demonstrating implementation (audits, reviews, training)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does GMP certification take?
Typical timelines range from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the size of your organisation, the number of sites and how mature your existing management system is.
How long is a GMP certificate valid?
Certificates are issued for a three-year cycle, subject to successful annual surveillance audits, after which recertification renews the cycle.
Can the audit be conducted remotely?
Yes. Where appropriate, UKCTL can conduct Stage 1 and parts of Stage 2 remotely, combined with on-site verification as required.
Is GMP certification accredited?
UKCTL issues accredited certificates recognised internationally, giving your customers and stakeholders confidence in the assessment.
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