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Prepare the World for Food Safety Challenges

Did you know that even in countries with strong food safety systems, unexpected events can jeopardize food safety? Today, on World Food Safety Day, the New Zealand Government emphasizes the importance of preparedness to ensure food remains safe for everyone.  

Ensuring Global Food Safety

World Food Safety Day, observed annually on June 7th, raises awareness about food safety issues worldwide. This year’s theme, “Prepare for the Unexpected,” highlights the need for both food businesses and consumers to be ready for unforeseen events that might affect food safety.   The Importance of Being Prepared Vincent Arbuckle, New Zealand Food Safety's deputy director-general, underscores the significance of readiness. "New Zealand has a strong food safety system, however, from time to time, things can go wrong. Our readiness to respond when this happens is a key part of ensuring food is safe and suitable for the 5 million-plus New Zealanders and millions overseas that enjoy our products."   Enhancing Business Preparedness New Zealand Food Safety collaborates with food businesses to prepare for potential incidents. This includes conducting simulated food recalls and providing guidelines on how to manage food safety during natural disasters and emergencies. These measures are crucial for maintaining food safety standards and protecting public health.   Consumer Awareness and Action Consumers play a vital role in food safety. Signing up for food recall alerts and familiarizing themselves with food safety practices during emergencies can help prevent foodborne illnesses. New Zealand Food Safety also highlights its newly launched Listeria campaign, aimed at protecting vulnerable populations such as pregnant women and older adults from this dangerous bacterium.   Protecting Against Listeria Listeria infection can be severe, particularly for pregnant women and the elderly. The campaign provides detailed information on the symptoms of Listeria infection and practical advice on how to avoid it. "Some risks are just not worth taking," says Arbuckle, emphasizing the importance of cautious food handling and consumption practices.   Survey Insights on Food Safety A recent survey by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) offers valuable insights into consumer food safety habits. The findings reveal that 83% of respondents use the health star rating system when buying packaged foods for the first time. This system helps consumers make healthier choices, contributing to overall food safety. Aspect Details Preparedness Importance of readiness for unexpected food safety incidents Business Collaboration Simulated food recalls and guidelines for managing food safety during emergencies Consumer Role Signing up for food recall alerts and following food safety practices during emergencies Listeria Campaign Focus on protecting pregnant women and older adults from Listeria infection Survey Insights Consumer food safety habits and use of health star rating system   Global Implications World Food Safety Day and the MPI survey both emphasize the global importance of food safety. They aim to educate consumers and businesses on best practices to prevent foodborne illnesses and improve overall public health. By being prepared and informed, everyone can contribute to a safer food supply.  

Summing Up

World Food Safety Day is a timely reminder of the importance of food safety and the need to prepare for unexpected events. Whether through government initiatives, business practices, or individual actions, ensuring the safety of our food is a collective responsibility. By staying informed and ready, we can all help make food safer for everyone, everywhere.   Sources: THX News, MPI Survey, WHO & Ministry of Primary Industries.  Read the full article

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CO OP PRODUCT RECALLS

CO OP PRODUCT RECALLS

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Guidelines for Managing Food Recalls (Food Recall Procedures) | Legal Terminus

Introduction:

Food on sale for human consumption must be wholesome, unadulterated, uncontaminated, properly labelled and fit for human consumption. Violation of the provisions in these regards may lead to regulatory action against the concerned FBO under the Act, or rules and regulations made thereunder. 

Food Recall:

Food recalls are an appropriate method for removing or correcting marketed food products and their labelling that violate the laws administered by the regulatory authority. Recall can be defined as an action to remove food products from market at any stage of the food chain, including that possessed by consumer, which may pose a threat to the public health or food that violate the Act, or the rules or regulations made thereunder. Recall of food products is in the common interest of the industry, the government and in particular the consumer. Recalls afford equal consumer protection but generally are more efficient and timely than formal administrative or civil actions, especially when the product has been widely distributed. 

Manufacturers and/or distributors should initiate a recall at any time to fulfill their responsibility to protect the public health from products that present a risk of injury or gross deception, or are otherwise defective. Firms may also initiate a recall following notification of a problem by Food Authority or a state agency, in response to a formal request by authority, or as ordered by Authority.

Purpose of this guideline:

The purpose of this guide is to provide an overview of how to develop a recall plan and how to implement that plan in the event of a recall. It will assist in identifying products which are unsafe that violate the Act, or the rules or regulations made thereunder and enable recall of the product(s) from the market place. 

Role of the Food Authority :

The Food Authority’s main role in a recall is to monitor the progress of the recall and assess the adequacy of the action taken by the FBO in this regard. After a recall is completed, the Food Authority will make sure that the product is destroyed or suitably improved. Where the recall is related to serious defects in the manufacturing process, the concerned authority may review the license of the FBO concerned.  The Food Authority will publicise the recall when it is of the opinion that the public need to be alerted about a health hazard or that clarification of the situation needs to be made to allay public worries.

In cases of public health emergencies, the Food Authority may, depending on the available evidence, alert the public before a decision on recall has been reached.

Role of the industry:

Food Business Operators carry the prime responsibility of implementing the recall, and for ensuring compliance with the recall procedure at its various stages including follow-up checks to ensure that recalls are successful and that subsequent batches of the food products are safe for human consumption.  If a food business operator considers or has reason to believe that a food which has processed, manufactured, distributed or imported is not in compliance with the food safety requirements, it shall immediately initiate procedures to recall the food in question from the market where the food has left the immediate control of that initial food business operator and inform the competent authorities thereof. Where the product may have reached the consumer, the operator shall effectively and accurately inform the consumers of the reason for its recall, and if necessary, recall food products from consumer that have already supplied to them. A food business operator shall immediately inform the competent authorities if it considers or has reason to believe that a food which it has placed on the market may be unsafe for the consumers. FBO shall inform the competent authorities of the action taken to prevent risks to the final consumer and shall not prevent or discourage any person from cooperating, with national law and concerned authorities, where this may prevent, reduce or eliminate a risk arising from a food. 

Food business operators shall collaborate with the concerned authorities on action taken to avoid or reduce risks posed by a food which they supply or have supplied. 

Food recall plan:

All food business operators as prescribed in the regulation 7 of Food Safety and standards (Food Recall Procedure) regulations, 2017 must have an up to date recall plan as provided in Annex (Model recall Plan)- I. At the time of recall being carried out, the FBO shall submit their detailed recall plan to the CEO, FSSAI. A brief step by step procedure and its description are as below.

Assemble the Recall Management Team 

Notify the authority 

Identify all products to be recalled 

Detain and Segregate all products to be recalled which are in your firm’s control 

Prepare and distribute the information of recall including Press Release 

Prepare the Distribution List 

Verify the effectiveness of the recall 

Control the recalled product(s) 

Decide what to do with the recalled product(s)

Fix the cause of the recall if the problem occurred at your facility 

Conclusion:

Effective management of food recalls is essential for protecting public health and maintaining consumer trust. Under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Recall Procedures) Regulation, 2017, Food Business Operators (FBOs) must be prepared with a comprehensive recall plan. This includes forming a recall management team, notifying authorities, identifying and segregating affected products, and communicating the recall to consumers and the food chain. The Food Authority oversees the recall process to ensure it is done correctly and recalled products are safely handled. Cooperation between the Food Authority and the industry is crucial to reduce risks and prevent future issues. Following these guidelines helps FBOs manage recalls efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations and demonstrating a commitment to consumer safety and product quality.

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These ITEMS Are DISSAPPEARING & Another FOOD RECALL!!! - This Is Disturbing! 🛒 🚫 😱 https://newsinfitness.com/these-items-are-dissappearing-another-food-recall-this-is-disturbing/

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Falcon Import and Export LLC, of Ashburn, Virginia, is recalling Alsultan Sweets branded Baklava because it may contain undeclared milk and wheat, and Alsultan Sweets branded Betefour because it may contain undeclared cashews, pistachios, and almonds. People who have allergies to milk, wheat, and tr

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Tomato Recall as Dire Warning Issued If Products Eaten

#FoodRecall #TomatoRecall #sundriedtomatoes

"Aviator Sundried Tomato Halves"—prepared by Global Veg Corp and distributed nationwide—

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Important Recall Alert: Frozen Fruit Products Sold by Costco and Trader Joe's Recalled Due to Hepatitis A Contamination!" #FoodRecall #HepatitisA #FoodSafety #Costco #TraderJoes

Important Recall Alert: Frozen Fruit Products Sold by Costco and Trader Joe’s Recalled Due to Hepatitis A Contamination!” #FoodRecall #HepatitisA #FoodSafety #Costco #TraderJoes The article reports on a recall of frozen fruit products sold by Costco and Trader Joe’s due to possible contamination with Hepatitis A. The recall was initiated by the supplier, Townsend Farms, after a sample of the…

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Tyson Foods has significantly expanded a recall of its chicken strips over concerns that some might be contaminated with pieces of metal. The expansion comes after three of six people who complained about finding pieces of metal in certain Tyson products also said they suffered an injury in their mouth. #foodrecall https://www.instagram.com/p/BxFlEmUhAsF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1q1ql0uov1a2s

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🚨FOOD RECALL🚨PLEASE SHARE📢 #onebrilliantbody #usda #foodrecall #alert #whatsonyourplate #ringthealarm (at Like.Share.Follow) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxESl4ajyf8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qj1tfohxwrbb

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ALLERGY ALERT Gosh! Food Ltd recalls various Sweet Potato Pakora and Falafel products because of undeclared gluten

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EEK!! I HAVE RECALLED FOOD. WHAT DO I DO?

With food recalls being in the news a lot lately, it’s enough to make any parent nervous. You may find yourself thinking “how can I keep my family safe?”.

Read more here: https://www.makefoodsafe.com/eek-i-have-recalled-food-what-do-i-do/

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GHGA is recalling various products (see chart below) due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No other GHGA products are affected by this recall. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elder

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#FoodRecall for Boston Market pork rib frozen dinners. https://t.co/aulVeyOyJR

#FoodRecall for Boston Market pork rib frozen dinners. https://t.co/aulVeyOyJR

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Recalls for July 2021

Recalls for July 2021

Find Recalls from July 2021 on ConsumerAffairs. Our list of Recalls includes automotive, appliance, food, technology, clothing, and more. — Read on www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls/recalls.htm #recalls #consumers #autorecalls #foodrecalls #consumeraffairs #july2021recalls