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BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9: New Advancements in Food Safety Regulations

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The release of BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9 on 1 August 2022 introduces significant advancements in the realm of food safety requirements. This update places particular emphasis on food safety culture, validation and verification processes, training and competence standards, and the audit protocol. Version 9 accentuates the improvement of food safety culture within organizations, necessitates the validation of changes prior to implementation, extends training obligations to encompass all staff members, and introduces a novel audit option called the “blended audit.”

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The need for self-control programs concerning Listeria monocytogenes

self-control program for listeria monocytogenes

Listeriosis is a severe bacterial infectious disease caused mainly by contaminated food. Therefore, food producers must take protective measures to ensure their products’ quality and safety. As part of a nationwide inspection conducted by Swiss authorities, investigative efforts were carried out in over 100 food businesses to assess the fulfillment of their obligations. The findings revealed urgency for improvement in Listeria control.

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