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How can implementing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) enhance compliance with BRCGS Standards, and what are some effective methods for conducting RCA in food safety management?
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How Does Root Cause Analysis Improve BRCGS Compliance and Food Safety?
Marzena STC & QTC
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I think using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) really helps with BRCGS compliance, because it shows you’re not just fixing problems quickly but actually finding out why they happened in the first place. When you deal with the real cause, the issue is less likely to come back and that’s exactly what auditors want to see under BRCGS. It also helps build a stronger food safety culture and supports continuous improvement.
For methods, I’ve found the “5 Whys” is simple but effective, just keep asking why until you get to the root cause. The Fishbone diagram is also useful for bigger or more complex issues, as it helps you look at all possible causes like people, equipment, materials, and processes. It’s even better when you involve the team, since different people often see different parts of the problem.
Overall, RCA makes corrective actions stronger and helps prove that your system is improving over time not just ticking boxes.
For methods, I’ve found the “5 Whys” is simple but effective, just keep asking why until you get to the root cause. The Fishbone diagram is also useful for bigger or more complex issues, as it helps you look at all possible causes like people, equipment, materials, and processes. It’s even better when you involve the team, since different people often see different parts of the problem.
Overall, RCA makes corrective actions stronger and helps prove that your system is improving over time not just ticking boxes.