Safe Quality Food (SQF) 2000 Level 3 food supplier
PM Beef is first U.S. harvest facility to receive this certification
To be awarded the SQF 2000 Level 3 certification by the SQF Institute, a division of the prestigious Food Marketing Institute (FMI), PM Beef had to meet the following requirements:
- Develop and maintain the highest level, sustainable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs);
- Develop and follow a HAACP program to ensure food safety;
- Develop a food quality risk assessment and quality control plan;
- Provide continuous training for all employees on SQF programs and requirements;
- Adhere to all regulatory and product traceability requirements;
- Be audited regularly to ensure compliance with every aspect of the SQF program.
SQF 2000 Level 3 certification is the most rigorous certification awarded by the FMI. PM Beef is the first U.S. harvest facility to receive SQF 2000 Level 3 certification.
Importance of SQF certification
SQF certification is recognized worldwide. SQF certification tells our customers that PM Beef adheres to the strictest food safety, quality and sanitation standards. The SQF program has been implemented by more than 5,000 companies operating in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and South America as well as in the United States.
SQF 2000 certification meets the safety standards of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).
For a complete listing of other food suppliers that are SQF certified, go to www.sqfi.com. SQF certified suppliers are listed by worldwide region. More information about SQF certification requirements may be found on SQF fact sheet or in the SQF press release.