What is the GHP Standard?

TQCSI’s Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) certification is designed to certify organisations who comply with GHP within the food industry based on the requirements of Codex Alimentarius – General Principles of Food Hygiene.  

GHP is fundamental for Food Business Operators (FBOs) to effectively control food safety hazards within their business and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and industry norms.

Benefits of GHP Certification

Achieving GHP certification signals to your customers, regulators, and business partners that hygiene and food safety are embedded into your daily operations. Whether you operate a food production facility, catering business, or distribution centre, GHP provides a structured framework to manage hygiene risks consistently and effectively.

The benefits of a GHP certified operation often include:

• Demonstrated compliance with national and international food hygiene regulations

• Strengthened foundation for implementing HACCP, ISO 22000, or FSSC 22000

• Reduced risk of product contamination, recalls, and foodborne illness incidents

• Improved confidence among customers, retailers, and regulatory authorities

• Enhanced staff awareness and accountability for hygiene standards

• Greater consistency in cleaning, sanitation, and personal hygiene procedures

• Easier access to new markets and trading partnerships that require certified hygiene practices

• Improved overall food safety culture within your organisation

• Reduced waste and operational losses linked to hygiene failures

• Stronger audit readiness and smoother inspections by food safety authorities

GHP Certification Mark