12.7 Separation of Functions, 12.8 Waste Disposal
This procedure will help maintain food safety and avoid any potential hazards caused by improper waste disposal.
River Valley Holdings
08/15/2023
12.7 Separation of Functions, 12.8 Waste Disposal
This procedure will help maintain food safety and avoid any potential hazards caused by improper waste disposal.
12.7.1.1 The process flow shall be designed to prevent cross-contamination and organized so there is a continuous flow of product through the process. The flow of personnel shall be managed such that the potential for contamination is minimized.
12.7.2 Control of Foreign Matter Contamination
12.7.2.1 The responsibility and methods used to prevent foreign matter contamination of the product shall be documented, implemented, and communicated to all staff.
12.7.2.2 Inspections shall be performed to ensure plant and equipment remains in good condition and potential contaminants have not been detached or become damaged or deteriorated
12.7.2.3 Containers, equipment, and other utensils made of glass, porcelain, ceramics, laboratory glassware, or other like material (except where product is contained in packaging made from these materials, or measurement instruments with glass dial covers, or MIG thermometers required under regulation) shall not be permitted in food processing/contact zones.
12.7.2.4 Where glass objects or similar material are required to be used by the site in storage and handling areas, they shall be listed in a glass inventory including details of their location.
12.7.2.5 Product that is in glass or similar material that is for distribution purposes shall be stored and handled in a manner that prevents contamination.
12.7.2.6 Regular inspections of storage and handling zones shall be conducted (refer to 2.5.4.3) to ensure they are free of glass or other like material and to establish changes to the condition of the objects listed in the glass inventory.
12.7.2.7 Glass instrument dial covers on equipment and MIG thermometers shall be inspected at regular intervals.
12.7.2.8 Pallets used in food storage shall be made of a suitable material, dedicated for that purpose, clean, maintained in good order, and their condition subject to regular inspection.
12.7.2.9 Wooden pallets and other wooden utensils used in food handling areas shall be dedicated for that purpose, clean, and maintained in good order. Their condition shall be subject to regular inspection.
12.7.2.10 Loose metal objects on equipment, equipment covers, and overhead structures shall be removed or tightly affixed so as not to present a hazard.
12.7.3 Managing Foreign Matter Contamination Incidents
12.7.3.1 In all cases of foreign matter contamination the affected food product shall be isolated, inspected, reworked, or disposed of.
12.7.3.2 In circumstances where glass or similar material breakage occurs, the affected area shall be isolated, cleaned, and thoroughly inspected (including cleaning equipment and footwear) and cleared by a suitably responsible person.
12.8 Waste Disposal
12.8.1.1 The responsibility and methods used to collect and handle dry, wet, and liquid waste and store it prior to removal from the premises shall be documented and implemented.
12.8.1.2 Waste shall be removed on a regular basis and not allowed to build up in food handling or storage areas. Designated waste accumulation areas shall be maintained in a clean and tidy condition until external waste collection is undertaken.
12.8.1.3 Trolleys, vehicles, waste disposal equipment, collection bins, and storage areas shall be maintained in a serviceable condition and cleaned and sanitized regularly so as not to attract pests and other vermin.
12.8.1.4 Where applicable, a documented procedure shall be in place for the controlled disposal of trademarked materials. Where a contracted disposal service is used, the disposal process shall be reviewed regularly to confirm compliance.
12.8.1.5 Inedible waste designated for animal feed shall be stored and handled so that it will not cause a risk to the animal or further processing. If denaturant is used to identify inedible waste, it shall be demonstrated that it does not pose a risk to animal health.
12.8.1.6 Reviews of the effectiveness of waste management will form part of regular hygiene inspections and the results of these inspections shall be included in the relevant hygiene reports (refer to 2.5.4.3).
12.8.1.7 A procedure shall be in place to ensure drainage wastewater is effectively removed from the storage areas (refer to 12.1.2.2). If stored and/or treated on the premises, it shall be stored in a separate storage facility and suitably contained. Inspections of the drainage system and wastewater storage shall be included in the regular site inspections (refer to 2.5.4.3).
Source: River Valley Holdings (Community Member)