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BRCGS Storage & Distribution

BRCGS Storage & Distribution gap analysis and audit support.

Independent, pragmatic support to get your site ready for BRCGS Storage & Distribution certification — from a registered BRCGS auditor who also carries out subcontract certification audits for leading certification bodies.

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About the standard

What BRCGS Storage & Distribution covers.

BRCGS Storage and Distribution (currently Issue 4) is the globally recognised certification standard for companies engaged in the storage, distribution, wholesaling and transport of food, packaging and consumer products.

It covers senior management commitment, a HACCP-based food safety plan, site standards, warehouse and transport operations, stock control, traceability and temperature control — assessed by an independent audit against every clause of the standard.

Why it matters

Know where you stand before the certification body does.

A gap analysis identifies exactly where your systems fall short of the standard’s requirements, so nothing comes as a surprise on audit day.

  • Full walkthrough against every clause of the current issue of the standard
  • Options from a full two-day, on-site pre-BRCGS audit to a remote review of your systems
  • Clear, prioritised findings — not just a list of what’s wrong
  • Practical, workable recommendations you can actually implement on site
  • Support preparing your site for the real audit, not just passing the gap analysis
Who’s behind it

Andy Burne, registered BRCGS auditor.

Nearly three decades in the food industry, carrying out subcontract audits for leading certification bodies since 2009. Practical, on-the-floor experience — not just a checklist.

"The value of a gap analysis is not simply finding what is wrong. It is helping a business understand what needs to change — and why."

Common questions

BRCGS Storage & Distribution, answered.

What's different about auditing a warehouse compared to a manufacturing site?

Storage and Distribution audits focus on stock control, traceability, temperature control and transport rather than production processes, but the same standard of independent, rigorous auditing applies.

How long does a BRCGS Storage & Distribution gap analysis take?

It depends on the size and complexity of your site. Options range from a full two-day, on-site pre-BRCGS audit to a shorter remote review of your systems and documentation.

Do I need a gap analysis before my BRCGS certification audit?

It is not a mandatory requirement of the standard, but it is strongly recommended, particularly ahead of first-time certification or after a significant change to your site, systems or processes.

Who carries out the gap analysis?

Andy Burne, founder of Global Food Consultancy and a registered BRCGS auditor who also carries out subcontract certification audits for leading certification bodies.

Ready to find out where your site really stands?

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