Food Safety and Hygiene Consulting

Food Safety and Hygiene Consulting involves providing expert guidance and support to our clients to ensure that food products are safe for consumption and produced under hygienic conditions. This service is critical for complying with regulatory standards, protecting consumer health, and maintaining a good reputation. Here’s what we do

Regulatory Compliance

Ensuring that food processing operations comply with local, national, and international food safety regulations and standards. This involves staying updated with laws and guidelines set by regulatory bodies such as the FDA, EFSA, and other relevant authorities.

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)

Implementing and managing HACCP plans to identify, evaluate, and control food safety hazards. This includes conducting hazard analysis, establishing critical control points, setting critical limits, and implementing monitoring procedures to ensure food safety throughout the production process.

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Advising on the implementation of GMP to maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in food processing facilities. This includes guidelines for personal hygiene, facility cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and proper handling of raw materials and finished products.

Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs):

Developing and implementing SSOPs to ensure that all sanitation processes are carried out effectively and consistently. This includes detailed cleaning schedules, methods, and protocols for different areas of the facility and equipment.

Food Safety Training and Education

Providing training programs for employees on food safety principles, hygiene practices, and proper food handling techniques. This ensures that all staff members are knowledgeable about the importance of food safety and can perform their duties in compliance with established protocols.

Allergen Management

Implementing allergen control measures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure accurate labeling. This includes identifying potential allergens, establishing cleaning protocols to remove allergens, and training staff on allergen management practices.

Microbiological Testing and Analysis

Conducting microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to detect potential contamination. This includes routine sampling, laboratory analysis, and interpreting results to take corrective actions when necessary.

Risk Assessments and Audits

Performing risk assessments and internal audits to identify potential food safety hazards and non-compliance issues. This involves evaluating processes, equipment, and practices to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.

Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS):

Assisting in the development and implementation of comprehensive FSMS, such as ISO 22000, to systematically manage food safety risks. This includes documentation, training, monitoring, and continuous improvement processes.

Traceability and Recall Procedures

Establishing traceability systems to track the movement of raw materials and finished products through the supply chain. This includes developing recall procedures to quickly and effectively remove contaminated or unsafe products from the market in case of a food safety incident.

Supplier Quality Assurance

Evaluating and managing suppliers to ensure that they adhere to food safety standards. This involves conducting supplier audits, setting quality criteria, and working with suppliers to address any food safety concerns.

Crisis Management and Incident Response

Developing crisis management plans and training staff on how to respond to food safety incidents. This includes establishing communication protocols, corrective actions, and recovery plans to minimize the impact of food safety breaches.

Overall, Food Safety and Hygiene Consulting involves a comprehensive approach to ensue that all aspects of food production meet stringent safety and hygiene standards. By providing expert guidance and support, QFCS help clients protect consumer health, comply with regulations, and maintain a strong reputation in the food industry.