PCQI Certification Services in Singapore

The Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) certification is an essential requirement under the U.S. Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) for certain food businesses. It ensures that at least one person in your facility is trained and qualified to develop, manage, and maintain a food safety plan that meets FDA standards.

For businesses in Singapore, obtaining a PCQI certification is not just beneficial but also a legal necessity if they want to export their products to the US. At Global Quality Services, we make the process simple by guiding you through the training, preparation, and compliance steps needed to meet these requirements.

Benefits of PCQI Certification

• Regulatory Compliance: Meet FSMA requirements and avoid penalties or shipment rejections.
• Export Readiness: Qualify your facility to supply food products to the U.S. market.
• Improved Food Safety Practices: Strengthen your food safety management system with preventive controls.
• Risk Reduction: Identify and control hazards before they become problems.
• Customer Confidence: Show your commitment to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality food products.

Who Needs PCQI Certification?

PCQI certification applies to food businesses that manufacture, process, pack, or hold food for human consumption in the United States. This includes:

• Food manufacturing facilities
• Food packaging companies
• Importers/exporters to the U.S.
• Storage and distribution businesses handling U.S.-bound products

If your business is covered under FSMA’s preventive controls rule, having a PCQI is mandatory.

Objectives of PCQI Certification

• To ensure that at least one trained individual is responsible for your facility’s food safety plan.
• To comply with FSMA regulations for preventive controls.
• To improve hazard analysis and risk-based food safety management.
• To demonstrate your commitment to global food safety standards.

Why Choose Global Quality Services?

At Global Quality Services, we understand that FSMA regulations can seem complicated, especially if you’re new to exporting to the U.S. Our role is to make it simple. We guide you through each step in plain language, without overwhelming you with technical jargon.

Our consultants have real-world experience in food safety management, so the solutions we offer are practical, not just theoretical. From arranging accredited PCQI training to ensuring your documentation is in order, we’re here to make sure your business meets U.S. requirements quickly and efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does a PCQI actually do?
A PCQI is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a food safety plan that meets FSMA’s preventive controls requirements.

2. Is PCQI certification mandatory for all food businesses?
No, it is mandatory only for facilities covered under FSMA’s preventive controls rule, mainly those exporting to or supplying the U.S. market.

3. How long does PCQI training take?
Accredited PCQI training typically takes 2 to 3 days, depending on the provider and training format.

4. Can one PCQI cover multiple facilities?
Yes, one PCQI can oversee multiple facilities, but they must be familiar with each site’s operations and food safety plan.

5. How long is PCQI certification valid?
There is no set expiry date, but refresher training is recommended every few years to stay updated with FSMA changes.