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HACCP+ auditors

HACCP+ audits are performed by approved external auditors with documented competence, who are independent of the organisations they audit.

Last updated: 2026-11-01

A HACCP+ auditor is a person approved by Belevo Sp. z o.o. to audit against the HACCP+ Standard. Auditors have documented competence in auditing and technical knowledge, at least two years of experience, HACCP training and a passed HACCP+ exam, and they sign a declaration of independence and confidentiality before every audit.

Approval path

  1. Application

    The external auditor applies to Belevo Sp. z o.o.

  2. Training and competence

    HACCP+ training and documented experience of at least 2 years.

  3. HACCP+ exam

    An exam prepared by Belevo Sp. z o.o.

  4. Approval

    After the procedure the auditor may audit against HACCP+.

Competence

Auditors are persons with the competence to conduct audits and technical knowledge documented by professional achievement and training in the relevant subject. They have completed training in HACCP or other systems and have documented knowledge of auditing quality and/or environmental management systems. In justified cases the audit team may be supplemented by a technical expert.

Independence, confidentiality, risk

1

Independence and impartiality

The auditor signs a no-conflict-of-interest declaration (FA003) before each audit.

2

Confidentiality

Personal data protection and protection of the trade and technological secrets of the audited organisation.

3

Risk assessment

If the entity is listed in other certification systems, the verified sample of data is increased.

Become a HACCP+ auditor

Use the contact form and choose “I want to become a HACCP+ auditor”. Attach a summary of your audit experience and qualifications.

Frequently asked questions

Can a consultant audit a company they advised?

No. The auditor declares that they have not provided consultancy, internal audits or company-specific training to the audited organisation or related companies in the two years before the audit, and will not do so for two years after it.

Can a technical expert join the audit team?

Yes. In justified cases the audit team may be supplemented by a technical expert.

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