Nina Da Costa P.G.Dip., I.Dip.NEBOSH

Articles by Nina Da Costa P.G.Dip., I.Dip.NEBOSH

The image depicts a high-volume industrial baking factory line where freshly baked bread rolls are moving along a conveyor system.

Critical Implications of Hygienic Zoning for Food and Beverage Processing

Hygienic zoning is the invisible map of barriers and boundaries that help prevent contaminants from entering food products

Nina Da Costa P.G.Dip., I.Dip.NEBOSH

March 6, 2026

This article presents the conceptual understanding and objectives of hygienic zoning for food and beverage processing facilities. It discusses linear workflow and cross-contamination, the design of cleaning and disinfection strategies, pathogen environmental monitoring, and the legal implications of hygienic zoning and positive outcomes for industry.

Dynamics of Water Quality for Food and Beverage Processing

Water interacts with various food components at a molecular level, which can alter the food composition and properties

Nina Da Costa P.G.Dip., I.Dip.NEBOSH

April 8, 2025

This article discusses water quality considerations for food and beverage processing, sanitation, and other facility operations.

Live: June 25, 2026 at 2:00 pm EDT: Join this webinar to explore a modern approach to decontamination that goes beyond surface-level cleaning to combat biofilm and persistent pathogens.

Live: June 30, 2026 at 11:00 am EDT: Attend this webinar to learn how food businesses can move from fragmented records toward a more reliable approach for recall response, FDA requests, and supply chain visibility.

Live: July 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm EDT: This webinar will provide participants with guidance on how to effectively use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools to develop key components of a food safety management system (FSMS).

Articles by Nina Da Costa P.G.Dip., I.Dip.NEBOSH

Critical Implications of Hygienic Zoning for Food and Beverage Processing

Dynamics of Water Quality for Food and Beverage Processing

Never miss the latest news and trends driving the food safety industry

Newsletters | Website | eMagazine