Food Safety Network
The FPSA Food Safety Network serves as a framework for food safety education affecting all segments of the industries served.
The mission of the Food Safety Network is to provide an opportunity for collaboration among food safety experts. We create a space to share knowledge and discuss challenges facing the food and beverage processing and packaging industry. The general focus areas are Regulatory and Hygienic Design.
Chair
Brian Shoop
Gray Solutions
Vice-Chair
Jon Miller
A M King
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RESOURCE LIBRARY
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Past Webinars
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Articles/Other Resources
Articles/Other Resources
- USITC Institutes Investigation of 3-A Counterfeits
- Commercial Food Sanitation Workshops: Sanitation, Hygienic Design, Conveyor Optimization
- Commercial Food Sanitation Resources
- 3-A Document Library
- 3-A Knowledge Center
Equipment Design:
- Sanitary Design made simple for the rest of us (Source: Food Northwest | Media Type – Guideline)
- Lowering risk with component selection (Source: Festo | Media Type – White Paper)
- 10 Principles of Sanitary Design for Meat Processing (Source: Meat Institute | Media Type – Checklist)
- CFR 117.40 Equipment Design (Source: FDA | Media Type – Regulation)
- Various Equipment Hygienic Guidelines (Source: EHEDG | Media Type – Guideline)
- Directive 2006/42/EG FOOD MACHINERY (Section 2.1) (Source: EU | Media Type – Regulation)
Facilities Design:
- Sanitary Design: An Introduction to Standards of Design Excellence (Source: Robert Long | Media Type – Presentation)
- CFR 117.20 Plant and Grounds (Source: FDA | Media Type – Regulation)
Sanitation Best Practices:
- Listeria monocytogenes Guidance on Environmental Monitoring and Corrective Actions in At-risk Foods (Source: GMA | Media Type – Guideline)
- CFR 117.35 Sanitary Operations (Source: FDA | Media Type – Regulation)
- FSMA Overview (Source: FDA | Media Type – Summary)
- FSMA Final Rule for Preventative Controls for Human Food (Source: FDA | Media Type – Regulation)
- Food Safety Preventative Controls Alliance (Source: FSPCA | Media Type – Guideline)
- FDA-Track: Statistics for Preventative Controls and cGMP Compliance (Source: FDA | Media Type – Summary)
- CFR 117.36 Sanitary facilities and controls (Source: FDA | Media Type – Regulation)
News and Publications:
- Food Safety Magazine (Source: Food Safety Magazine | Media Type – Publication)
- FDA Reader (Source: FDA Reader | Media Type – News)
- Food Engineering (Source: Food Engineering | Media Type – Publication)
- The National Provisioner – Meat and Poultry Processing News (Source: The National Provisioner | Media Type – Publication)
- meatingplace (Source: Meatingplace | Media Type – Publication)
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Food Safety Acronyms Directory
Food Safety Acronyms Directory
Acronym Stands For / Organization Website Description Food Vertical Type 3-A SSI 3-A Sanitary Standards, Inc. Website A non-profit organization that develops and maintains standards for the design and fabrication of equipment and systems used in the production and processing of food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. All Non-Profit AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials Website A non-profit organization that sets standards for both animal feeds and pet foods in the United States. Petfood Non-Profit ABA American Bakers Association Website A trade association that represents the baking industry in the U.S. and advocates for food safety and regulatory issues related to baked goods. Bakery Trade Association AIB American Institute of Baking Website A non-profit organization that provides auditing and educational services to the food industry, with a focus on bakery products. Bakery Non-Profit BRC British Retail Consortium Website The British Retail Consortium (BRC) is a trade association focused on establishing food safety and quality standards for the retail and food service industries. All Trade Association BRCGS BRC Global Standard Website A global food safety and quality certification program used by retailers, manufacturers, and food service organizations to demonstrate compliance with industry standards. All Certification CCP Critical Control Point N/A Specific steps or stages in food production where control is essential to prevent or eliminate food safety hazards. All Common Phrase CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Website A national public health institute that investigates and monitors foodborne illness outbreaks in the U.S. All Government CFIA Canadian Food Inspection Agency Website A Canadian government agency responsible for regulating and inspecting food, animal health, and plant health products to ensure they meet the country's standards for safety and quality. All Regulatory CFSI Consumer Food Safety Initiative Website A non-profit organization that works to improve food safety and prevent foodborne illness through education and advocacy. All Non-Profit CIP Clean-in-Place N/A CIP is an automated method in food safety that cleans and sanitizes processing equipment without disassembly. All Common Phrase EHEDG European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group Website A non-profit organization that develops and promotes standards for hygienic engineering and design in food production. All Non-Profit EU European Union Website The governing body of the European Union responsible for regulating and ensuring the safety of food products within member states. All Regulatory FAMI-QS Feed Additives and Pre-Mixtures Quality System Website A global specialty feed ingredient and mixture certification scheme Petfood Trade Association FAO Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Website An international organization that works to improve food safety and quality standards and practices worldwide. All Non-Profit FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration Website A federal agency responsible for regulating and ensuring the safety of food, dietary supplements, and cosmetics in the U.S. All Regulatory FPSA Food Processing Suppliers Association Website The Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) is the trade association for suppliers to the food processing and packaging industry. All Trade Association FSIS Food Safety and Inspection Service Website A federal agency responsible for regulating and ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products in the U.S. Meat, Poultry, Eggs Government FSMA Food Safety Modernization Act Website A United States law that aims to ensure the safety of the food supply by shifting the focus from responding to contamination to preventing it. All Regulatory FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification Website A certification scheme for food safety management systems, covering the entire food supply chain. All Certification GFSI Global Food Safety Initiative Website A collaboration of leading food safety experts from around the world working to improve food safety management systems and increase consumer trust in the food supply chain. All Non-Profit GMP Good Manufacturing Practices Website A set of guidelines and standards developed by regulatory agencies, including the FDA, to ensure the quality and safety of pharmaceuticals, foods, and medical devices. A set of guidelines and procedures to ensure the quality and safety of food production processes. All Regulatory, Common Phrase HACCP Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Website A food safety management plan required by FDA and USDA that identifies and controls potential hazards in food production and processing. A systematic approach to food safety that identifies, evaluates, and controls hazards in food production processes. All Regulatory, Common Phrase HARPC Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls N/A A food safety system introduced by the FDA as part of the FSMA, emphasizing preventive controls to reduce food safety risks. All Common Phrase IAFP International Association for Food Protection Website A non-profit organization dedicated to promoting food safety worldwide through education and collaboration. All Non-Profit IFPA International Food Packaging Association Website An international organization that promotes food packaging safety and sustainability through education and advocacy. All Non-Profit IFS International Featured Standards Website A globally recognized food safety certification program, primarily used in Europe but gaining international recognition. All Certification ISO International Organization for Standardization Website An international standard-setting organization that develops and publishes standards for various industries, including food safety and quality management. All Non-Profit MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet N/A A document providing information on the properties and safety precautions for chemicals used in food processing. All Common Phrase NAMI North American Meat Institute Website A trade association that represents meat and poultry processors and suppliers in the U.S. Meat, Poultry Trade Association NSF NSF International Website A non-profit organization that develops and maintains standards for public health and safety, including food safety, water quality, and consumer product testing. All Non-Profit OPRP Operational Prerequisite Program N/A A term often used in HACCP plans to denote critical control points that are not CCPs but are crucial for food safety. All Common Phrase OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration N/A A U.S. agency responsible for workplace safety, including food processing facilities. All Government PFLM Pet Food Label Modernization Website An initiative by AAFCO to to modernize and update the model regulations that set the requirements for pet food labeling. Petfood Common Phrase PIF Product Information File N/A A comprehensive document that contains all relevant information about a food product, including its safety and quality data. All Documentation PPE Personal Protective Equipment N/A Gear such as gloves, masks, and goggles used to protect workers from food safety hazards. All Common Phrase SOP Standard Operating Procedure N/A A documented set of instructions for performing routine tasks in food processing to maintain consistency and safety. All Common Phrase SQF Safe Quality Food Institute Website A global food safety and quality certification program that provides a comprehensive framework for managing food safety and quality in the food supply chain. All Non-Profit USDA U.S. Department of Agriculture Website A federal agency responsible for regulating and ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products in the U.S. Meat, Poultry, Eggs Regulatory WHO World Health Organization Website A global organization that works to promote food safety and prevent foodborne illness worldwide. All Non-Profit
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