Category: Food Safety Plans

Audit Case Study: The Value of a Food Safety Consultant 

Third-party audits are one of the tools used to keep our food supply safe and inspected. Larger stores and distributors often require proof of a third-party audit as part of their wholesale purchasing agreements. Therefore, as your food business grows, you need to be prepared to get one. A third-party audit is an audit conducted […]

Don’t Be Scared of A Food Safety Inspection: How to Prepare and What to Do

As a food business, you likely get a regular food safety inspection done by your state or county and by the FDA.  We know that these inspections can feel daunting. But, they don’t need to cause anxiety. With proper preparation, they’re an opportunity to improve your food safety practices . We all share the goal […]

Start with the FDA Good Manufacturing Practices to Build a Strong Food Safety Plan

Having a good food safety program is key to food business success. Yet, it’s hard to know where to start with creating your plans and documents. The FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are a set of standards that regulate food safety. They serve as a model for creating a successful food safety plan.  The GMPs […]

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Quality assurance and quality control are essential functions in a food business as they ensure that products that meet company specifications reach the customer. Read my latest blog post that explains what functions of a QA/.QC program and the advantages of having a QA/QC program. Small food businesses still need to carry out these functions and may use consultants to fulfill the role of a QA/QC manager. Enjoy!