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The Importance of Food Safety Auditing

Food Safety Tech

To begin to understand the importance of food safety auditing, it is essential to know what a food safety standard comprises in terms of auditing. Food Safety standards contain requirements for food production, from sourcing ingredients and materials to production processes to packing and distribution.

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Insanitary conditions – Rodents and live and dead insects prompt FDA to seize 25,000 boxes of spices and food additives from Lyden Spice Corporation

Bill Marler

The food products seized at the property include more than 25,000 boxes/bags of bulk ready-to-eat spices and food additives, such as monosodium glutamate, crushed red chili and sesame seeds. The FDA investigators also observed live and dead insects on food packaging, as well as apparent bird droppings in the food storage area.

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Understanding the Costs of Unsafe Food

Food Safety Tech

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 10 people get sick because of contaminated food and 420,000 people die due to foodborne illnesses every year around the world (WHO, Food Safety, 2022). For example, in 2006, a spinach contaminated with E. Indirect costs include lost business and damaged reputations.

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Managing Food Safety During the Foodservice Holiday Rush

FoodHandler

The holiday season is a time of increased activity and demand in foodservice operations, from catering large events to preparing meals for many holiday parties.

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Food Defense in the Age of AI: Are We Prepared?

Food Safety Tech

Understanding Food Defense Food defense refers to the protection of food products from intentional contamination or adulteration by biological, chemical, physical, or radiological agents. As technology becomes more sophisticated, so do the methods employed by those who seek to manipulate or sabotage our food supply.

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Foreign Material Contamination: Challenges and Management of Risks

Food Safety Tech

Therefore, it is critical for food businesses to understand the potential routes for foreign material contamination, analyze the challenges they bring, and employ a comprehensive approach to foreign material control and management, utilizing efficient methods to ensure consumer safety. Regulatory Compliance.

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7 Ways to Reduce Food Waste in Your Restaurant

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Implementing a culture of food waste reduction not only helps save money on waste disposal but also positions your restaurant as a responsible and eco-friendly establishment. By following correct food storage practices, restaurants can significantly minimize waste reduction and food spoiling.