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Sanitation is a fundamental aspect of food safety, as safe food cannot be produced in the absence of hygienic conditions. Sanitation includes the methods, procedures, and chemicals used to clean food processing equipment, as well as hygienic design of facilities and equipment and food worker hygiene.

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Biofilm Control

Biofilm is a colonial structure formed by microorganisms in order to survive and adapt in adverse environmental conditions. Biofilms formed by bacteria in food processing facilities can lead to transmission of disease, food contamination, spoilage of food products, and/or damage to food production surfaces.

CIP/COP

Clean-in-place (CIP) describes systems and equipment used in food processing that can be cleaned and sanitized without being disassembled or moved. Clean-out-of-place (COP) denotes systems and equipment that must be disassembled, relocated, or specialty treated in order to clean and sanitize them.

Cleaners/Sanitizers

Cleaners and sanitizers are chemicals used to disinfect and sanitize food processing facilities, equipment, tools, and personnel.

Environmental Monitoring

Environmental monitoring is a process used in food processing facilities that assesses how effectively the plant is being cleaned. This typically means swabbing various surfaces for pathogens and performing a lab analysis of these samples.

Facilities

Food production and processing facilities encompasses everything from processing plants to storage and warehouses to retail and foodservice outlets. It also includes the equipment used to facilitate the production, processing, transport, and distribution of food.

Food Prep/Handling

Food workers are tasked with ensuring the safety and quality of food during handling and preparation activities at food processing facilities and retail foodservice operations.

Personal Hygiene/Handwashing

Food workers, especially those who prepare and/or serve food in commercial processing or retail foodservice operations, must be vigilant about personal hygiene and handwashing protocols.

Pest Control

Pest control focuses on preventing insects and animals from entering agricultural areas, food processing facilities, storage facilities, or food shipments in transit so that harborage points are minimized and food safety and quality are not compromised.

SSOPs

Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) are written procedures or programs used to maintain equipment and the facility environment in a sanitary condition for food processing, and are a fundamental part of a food safety plan.
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A Visit to “Cramer’s Corner” for Sanitation Best Practices

Michael Cramer CQA
January 31, 2023

Sanitation is one of the most important, if not the most important, departments in the food manufacturing plant. The actions of sanitation personnel mean that production starts the day with clean equipment and a clean environment, and this helps maintain sanitary conditions during operations to prevent food safety hazards or quality failures.


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Sustainable Organic Acid an Effective Disinfectant Against Foodborne Pathogens, Biofilm

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Bailee Henderson
January 3, 2023

A recent study has demonstrated the antimicrobial efficacy of a novel organic acid compound against common foodborne pathogens and biofilm.


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Food Processing Facilities at Risk for Rodent Infestations

Cindy Mannes
January 2, 2023

The fall and winter seasons bring new challenges for food processing facilities and the teams that work to maintain them. One of the most notable challenges they face is increased pressure from rodents that seek out food and shelter within these facilities when outside temperatures fall. A rodent infestation can lead to a facility being shut down if the problem is not addressed promptly and properly. 


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Determining Sanitation Effectiveness with a Robust Environmental Monitoring Program

A PEM program should test for a mix of indicator organisms and a mix of pathogens based on product susceptibility and risk
Janna Hamlett, Ph.D.
December 11, 2022

Many methods are available for verifying the viability of a sanitation program, and most facilities use a combination of different methods to ensure that the sanitation program is performing as expected. Pathogen environmental monitoring (PEM) programs are a key prerequisite program to a sanitation program and to any facility's overall food safety program. There is no one-size-fits-all PEM program for facilities; rather, a PEM program is based on a facility's risk factors and what product(s) the facility manufactures.


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EPIC Panel Sterilight Kills Hidden Pathogens, Mitigates Cross-Contamination in Food Facilities

December 6, 2022

SmartWash Solutions has announced its new EPIC Panel Sterilight, a patent-pending product designed to safely and automatically kill Listeria monocytogenes and other pathogens inside control panels, which is an often-overlooked source of cross-contamination in the food industry.


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FSA-Recognized Hygiene Guide for UK Caterers

December 1, 2022

UKHospitality, in partnership with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS), has launched an updated version of its industry-recognized hygiene standards guide for caterers.


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Sanitation Solutions Supplier Goodway Technologies Opens Office in Europe

November 29, 2022

Goodway Technologies is opening an office in Düsseldorf, Germany, bringing the company’s cleaning and sanitation solutions to Europe's food and beverage market. 


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How to Effectively Train Individuals in Food Safety and Hygiene

Nimisha Suraj M.Sc.
October 24, 2022

Food safety and hygiene training is a crucial component in the success of a food establishment. Food handlers are the first line of defense against food safety threats within a facility; consequently, they should be equipped with the right tools and knowledge required to combat food safety and hygiene issues within their control.


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Prevent Gluten-Free Product Recalls with Good Manufacturing Policies Training

Ronni Alicea R.D.N., M.B.A.
October 17, 2022

Errors involving product contamination, misbranding, and undeclared allergens remain the three leading causes of food recalls. Since employees are the cornerstone for preventing allergen and gluten adulteration, providing proper training to staff can prevent errors that could lead to a recall.


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Demystifying Pesticide Residues

To determine acceptable pesticide residue risk levels, we rely on a risk assessment framework to make science-based decisions
Dave Stone Ph.D. Jason Sandahl Ph.D.
October 11, 2022

This article covers U.S. regulatory oversight in establishing pesticide residue tolerances, testing for residues in domestic goods and imports, and the importance of science-based standards for global trade and food safety.


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