Keywords Root cause analysis In the aspect of food quality, root cause analysis is an organized process of identifying the root causes ( underlying factors that caused a deviation) of a quality problem and detailing ways of handling it. It aims at finding ways of preventing a reoccurrence of the identified problem. Deviant products Products that do not fulfill a specific or a set of requirements by a client or a regulatory body. The requirements can be a stated need or expectation. Specification Any requirement that a product, process, service, or other activity must fulfill. Nonconformity A nonfulfillment of a defined, or a specified product requirement. Introduction A nonconforming product is simply a product that deviates from a set standard, specification, or expectation. In terms of quality standards, these products are potential risks to food safety and can lead to adverse health effects to the consumer. Nonconforming produ...
HACCP Program for Warehouses Practical HACCP guidance for food storage and distribution, the part of the supply chain most resources forget. Most HACCP content out there is written for processing and manufacturing plants. If you've ever tried to build a food safety plan for a warehouse, distribution center, or logistics operation, you've probably noticed the gap, the principles are the same, but the hazards, control points, and day-to-day realities are different