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Certification Passing Scores

SQFI certification scoring chart explaining audit score ranges, compliance ratings, and audit frequency for food safety certification programs.

SQFI


SQFI uses a numerical scoring system where points are deducted from a perfect score of 100. This means every finding directly impacts your final result.

BRCGS audit grading system table displaying compliance levels, non-conformities allowed, and certification outcomes for food safety audits.

Minor Non-Conformity1 point per finding.Random failure; usually correctable quickly.


Major Non-Conformity5 points per finding.Systemic breakdown or significant deviation; greater impact on final score.

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Critical Non-Conformity50 points per finding.Automatic failure, as a single critical finding results in a score below 70.


BRCGS


BRCGS uses an internationally recognized letter-grade system, where the grade is primarily determined by the number and severity of non- conformities (Minor, Major, or Critical) found.

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