SALSA Implementation
SALSA (Safe and Local Supplier Approval) certification helps small and medium-sized producers secure contracts with UK retailers, food service buyers, and regional distributors. We provide practical guidance to build a compliant food safety management system that satisfies auditor requirements without overwhelming your daily operations.
How We Support Your SALSA Certification
Gap Assessment
A detailed site review against SALSA standard requirements to identify missing controls, documentation gaps, and operational risks.
HACCP & Documentation Setup
Development of simple, practical HACCP plans, standard operating procedures, and record-keeping systems tailored to your site.
Internal Audits & Pre-Assessment
Full audit simulations to stress-test your processes, check traceability, and prepare your staff before the official SALSA auditor arrives.
Corrective Action Support
Fast, expert help resolving non-conformances following an assessment to ensure your approval is granted quickly.
Ongoing Maintenance:
Flexible, pay-as-you-go or membership support to keep your systems updated for annual re-approval.
Why Choose QTC for SALSA?
Proportional Systems: We design documentation that fits smaller businesses, avoiding unnecessary bureaucracy and complex paperwork.
End-to-End Guidance: Complete support covering prerequisite controls, allergen management, labelling accuracy, and supplier approval.
Audit Confidence: Hands-on coaching to help small site owners and staff present their processes clearly during the assessment.