A sandwich plant in Oakland has been closed and all products seized. The FDA reports that the plant has had numerous Listeria violations since 2002 and has poor sanitation. It also reported lack of enforcement of GMP's and condensation dripping on food lines.
The FDA is stepping up inspection and enforcement and moving much quicker. Congress is giving more power and authority to the FDA and is expecting enforcement.
Both parties are in support of this legislation. The food industry is in support of this legislation.
It is time for the operators on the fringe to shape up. We do not need anymore peanut recalls or spinach problems.
Does your company have a food safety plan? Do you expect and inspect your suppliers to make sure they do as well?
GFSI is a great start. However, how many of the small operators will not be able to afford full blown SQF or BRC? Let's support our small and medium sized businesses and help them get up to speed. A good food safety plan involves strong ownership and execution of the plan from the boardroom to the restroom.
Be safe out there and practice food safety at work and at home,
Rudy
rudy@powerinlearning.com
Friday, October 9, 2009
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