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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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Technical Expert

Feb 19, 2026, 18:38
Title : Technical Expert
An individual engaged by a licensed SQF certification body to provide a high level of technical support to the certification audit team. The technical expert shall be approved by SQFI prior to the certification/re-certification audit, and demonstrate a high degree of expertise and technical competence in the food sector category under study, and a sound knowledge and understanding of the HACCP method.
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