BEC recently received the highest certification awarded by the BRCGS, a AA rating. BRCGS stands for British Retail Consortium Global Standards and is a consumer protection organization which sets out key quality and safety standards throughout the food manufacturing industry. The standards are based on HACCP and quality management systems, and food manufacturers (plus other organizations involved in the food production process) must meet these standards to become BRC accredited. This accreditation provides protection and confidence throughout the food supply chain and for the end customer – knowing that the food they buy is safe to eat.