Regulatory

Online course for Preventive Controls for Human Food rule

Certain food industry personnel at FDA-regulated facilities need to complete the course.

September 14, 2016

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Regulatory

Does FSMA still hold promise?

What once elicited buzz now gets shoulder shrugs from OEMs. Can FSMA still generate opportunity?

September 14, 2016

Pumps/Valves

Improving machine design through hygienic component surfaces

Deviation from hygienic design standards corresponds to decreased motor sanitizability leading to increased contamination risk and the need for additional costly and time-consuming interventions.

September 12, 2016

Regulatory

FDA earmarks $28 million for FSMA produce safety rule

The funding plays a vital role in educating growers.

September 9, 2016

Regulatory

PMMI FSMA update report tracks compliance progress

The report notes that as deadlines quickly approach, more companies are turning to OEMs as a consulting resource.

August 30, 2016

Regulatory

FDA extends certain FSMA compliance dates

The agency also issued a draft guidance to help industry comply with certain requirements in the Preventive Controls for Human Food rule.

August 24, 2016

Regulatory

USDA, FSIS expands resources for small plants

New tool allows users to communicate directly with technical experts from the Small Plant Help Desk.

August 12, 2016

Regulatory

FDA outlines its strategic plan for the next decade

Modernization of FDA’s regulatory framework for preventing foodborne illness is one of the most challenging initiatives in the agency’s history.

July 14, 2016

Regulatory

FSMA: Are you sure you are prepared?

FSMA will demand proof that processes and procedures elaborated in the GMP/HARPC plans are implemented, validated and verifiable.

July 12, 2016