Clearwater Seafoods on Thursday announced two of its processing facilities have been certified under the British Retail Consortium (BRC) standard for food safety.
Pierce Fisheries, specializing in processed lobster and IQF Canadian and Argentine scallops, and St. Anthony Seafoods, specializing in cooked and peeled shrimp, have been BRC certified, recognizing Clearwater’s dedication to excellence in consumer satisfaction by assigning an “A” grade to the company’s quality control and food-safety measures.
“Globally recognized certifications such as BRC and MSC [Marine Stewardship Council] help us to ensure that our plants and practices are meeting the best possible standards and provide valuable third party recognition of our commitment to our customers,” said Caroline Davis, general manager of St. Anthony Seafoods.
The BRC has been internationally recognized as the leader in food safety certification. A member of the Global Food Safety Initiative the BRC is committed to continuous improvement of its food-safety standard and requires the same continuous improvement from the food processing facilities they certify. A growing number of retailers and major manufacturers in Europe and North America require this independent certification from suppliers.
