We are proud to announce that the team at Prism Logistics’ largest facility, in Lathrop California, has earned SQF (Safe Quality Food) certification with a 99% audit rating from DNV Business Assurance. This important achievement reflects the daily commitment our team makes to food safety and quality standards.
Let us walk you through what this means for the products you trust us with.
Understanding SQF Certification
The SQF Program is recognized globally as one of the leading food safety and quality standards, accepted by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). It's a comprehensive evaluation that examines how well we identify, manage and prevent food safety risks in our daily operations.
The certification process isn't easy – only about 30% of food facilities worldwide achieve SQF certification. We're grateful that our processes and team dedication have earned us a place among facilities that meet these rigorous standards.
What the Audit Covered
Our recent evaluation focused on our Lathrop warehouse facility, specifically examining our storage and distribution practices for canned tomato products, boxed bone broth, bagged ingredients, and bottled water and sparkling water.
The auditors from DNV Business Assurance spent several days reviewing every aspect of our operations, from facility design to employee training records. We understand the importance of this thoroughness, especially considering industry statistics:
- Food recalls cost an average of $10 million per incident (Food Safety Magazine)
- One temperature excursion can exceed $100,000 in food loss (Refrigerated & Frozen Foods)
- 60% of food recalls stem from temperature control or storage issues
These numbers remind us why certifications like SQF matter so much.
How This Benefits Your Products
When you work with us, this certification means several important things for your products:
Facility Standards: Prism facilities meet strict requirements for food-grade storage, with appropriate segregation, lighting, and cleanable surfaces.
Receiving Procedures: We follow detailed protocols for accepting products into our facility, with proper documentation and verification at every step.
Daily Operations: From inventory management to cleaning procedures, our everyday processes have been evaluated and certified to meet SQF standards.
Team Training: Our staff receives ongoing education about food safety principles and our specific procedures. Industry research shows that 75% of companies consider employee training critical for success (Gartner).
The Certification Process For CPG Warehouses
The SQF audit was conducted over multiple days by certified professionals from DNV Business Assurance. They examined:
- Our documentation and record-keeping systems
- Physical facility conditions and maintenance practices
- Employee procedures and training records
- Temperature monitoring and control systems
- Cleaning and sanitation protocols
- Pest control programs
- Product traceability capabilities
We're grateful that our efforts earned a 99% rating, though we know there's always room for improvement.
Building on Existing Quality Standards
This SQF certification joins our other quality credentials, including our AIB Superior rating and QAI certification for organic products. Together, these help us maintain the comprehensive approach to quality that your products deserve.
We understand that 68% of consumers abandon brands after poor delivery experiences (Shopify), and food safety issues can impact brand reputation for years. We take seriously our role in helping maintain the quality and safety your customers expect.
Maintaining Our Commitment
SQF certification requires ongoing dedication and annual surveillance audits. We're already planning the improvements and training that will help us maintain and strengthen our certification over time.
Our connections with industry organizations like AIB International help us stay current with developments in food safety science and best practices. This ongoing education helps us serve you better.
Your Partner in Food Logistics Safety
Whether you manufacture food and beverages, produce consumer packaged goods, or distribute products, we understand that food safety standards aren't optional. Our SQF certification represents our team's commitment to protecting your products and supporting your success.
When you work with Prism Logistics, you're partnering with a team that has demonstrated its dedication to recognized food safety standards. From our certified processes to our trained team members, we work every day to earn the trust you place in us.
We'd be happy to show you how our certified processes work. Contact us to schedule a facility tour and see our operations firsthand.
At Prism Logistics, we're honored to protect your products with proven, certified care.
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