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Glossary - Edition 10

This glossary contains terms that are used throughout SQF Codes, guidance documents, tip sheets, checklists and more. Please refer to them for clarification.

The below is applicable to Edition 10 and posted March, 2026.
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Food Safety Culture

Feb 19, 2026, 18:07
Title : Food Safety Culture

As defined by GFSI: Shared values, beliefs and norms that affect mindset and behavior toward food safety in, across and throughout an organization. Elements of food safety culture are those elements of the food safety management system which the senior management of a company may use to drive the food safety culture within the company. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Communication about food safety policies and responsibilities.
  • Training.
  • Employee feedback on food safety related issues.
  • Performance measurement.
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