Understanding the applicability of the Food Safety Modernization Act to the dietary supplement industry is another confusing and challenging regulatory issue for an industry still struggling with Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Sanitation is a key component of the allergen program for companies that make products with different allergen profiles in the same facility.

The design of a robust hygienic zoning program is the result of a thorough risk assessment.

The application and advantages of designing a reduced-moisture sanitation program that minimizes microbial “bloom” and trims costs are described.

Performing cleaning verification, monitoring, and validation will be difficult at best without control of the cleaning process.

The bakery industry is gaining a better understanding that there are hazards associated with its products.

The risk assessment and management strategies for minimizing the potential for growth of undesirable microorganisms leading to toxin production in a food matrix/manufacturing system are examined.

If your job in the food industry is plant inspection, here are some lessons from one who’s been there.

Sanitation is in fact the most important function that will happen in every single factory, packinghouse, deli, or restaurant every single day.

While a great number of manufacturers take a reactive approach to maintenance, preventive maintenance can improve performance, control costs, maximize uptime, and maintain critical equipment.