How to Get Certified – Healthy Meal Standard
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Certification process

Get Certified According to Healthy Meal Standard

A clear and structured process that leads from status assessment to independent certification of the nutrition management system.

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AnalysisRequirements Check and Readiness Assessment
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ImplementationIntroduction of the HMS System into the Organisation
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CertificationIndependent Audit by Bureau Veritas
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Monitoring and MaintenanceRegular Audits, Valid for 3 Years
What Certification Means

A System, Not ad hoc

Certification according to the Healthy Meal Standard means that the nutrition system in your organisation has undergone a structured assessment and meets international quality standards.

Structured and Documented Nutrition Management System
Aligned with HMS Requirements and EU Regulation
Verified by an Independent Certification Body
Capable of Consistent Application in Everyday Practice
The certificate confirms that the organisation does not manage nutrition on an ad hoc basis, but through a clear and controlled system.

🎓 Kindergartens and Schools

Healthy Child Nutrition Aligned with National Guidelines

🏥 Hospitals and Healthcare Institutions

Clinical Nutrition Adapted to Diagnoses and Special Needs

🏠 Homes for the Elderly

Geriatric Nutrition with an Emphasis on Quality and Acceptability

🏨 Hotels and Restaurants

Nutrition for Guests with Specific Dietary Needs

🍳 Other Nutrition Systems

Caterers, Canteens, Transport Providers and Other Institutional Systems

Basic Prerequisites

Before Starting Process

Active HACCP System

Active Implementation of the HACCP System Throughout the Entire Food Chain in Your Institution

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Kitchen Capacity

Secured Kitchen Capacity — either in-house or through a partner organisation

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Stable System

No Recorded Incidents in the Food System Chain in the Last 6 Months

Certification process

Four Phases to Certificate

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Analysis and Assesment

Review of Basic Requirements and Assessment of the Organisation’s Readiness to Enter the HMS System. Our team analyses existing processes, menus and capacities, and proposes the scope of implementation.

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Implementation System

Introduction of the HMS System into the Organisation — processes, menus, staff training through the HMS Academy, establishment of documentation and preparation for an independent audit.

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Certification — Bureau Veritas

Independent Audit by Bureau Veritas. The certification body verifies the system’s compliance with HMS requirements and, upon successful completion, issues the certificate.

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Monitoring and Maintenance

Regular Surveillance Audits and Continuous System Maintenance. The certificate is valid for 3 years, with annual checks that ensure consistent application of the standard.

Process Duration

How Long It Takes certification

The duration depends on the size and complexity of the system, but the process is always adapted to the organisation and its operational conditions.

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Initial AssessmentStatus Analysis and Scope Definition — Adapted to Your System
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System ImplementationIntroduction of Processes, Training and Documentation — Depending on Complexity
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Final AuditBureau Veritas Certification Audit — 1 to 3 Days
Certification Body

Who Conducts Certification

Certification is conducted by Bureau Veritas — one of the world’s leading certification bodies for management systems.

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IndependenceBureau Veritas is an independent certification body with no conflict of interest.
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ObjectivityStructured Audit Processes Ensure an Objective Assessment of the System
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International CredibilityGlobally Recognised Certification Body with a Presence in 140+ Countries
Results

What You Receive Through Certification

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Quality Confirmation

Internationally Recognised Certificate Confirming the Quality of the Nutrition System

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User Trust

Higher Level of Trust among Users, Parents, Patients and Institutions

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Defined Processes

Clearly Defined Procedures, Responsibilities and Control Mechanisms

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Compliance

Compliance with Standards, EU Regulation and Best Practice

Start Process

Check your organisation’s readiness or start the certification process. Our team is available for all information and an initial assessment.

No Obligation · Response Within 48h · Free Initial Assessment