Approved IFS Certification Bodies (CBs) provide auditing services to companies seeking IFS Certification. Their IFS Auditors perform certification audits.
The IFS Food Audit takes place annually, and at least once every third audit must be conducted unannounced. The Star Status indicates the successful passing of an unannounced audit. IFS also offers an unannounced Food Safety Check.
We firmly believe that solid auditor competence is the basis for the IFS Standards' credibility and reliability. All IFS Auditors must meet specific requirements, pass the relevant IFS Exam, and participate in an IFS Calibration Training every two years. This way, we ensure that IFS Auditors worldwide assess companies in a consistent manner.