21 Feb 2019

Food Contamination and Trends

Episode #21

Food Contamination has been a rising issue over the last year, and into 2019, incidents continue to occur. Intertek Food Expert John Searle sits down in this episode of Assurance in Action to discuss the contamination issues and trends of 2018, and the beginning of 2019. John explains common sources and causes of food contamination as well as the prioritization of supply chain validation. Learn the key areas of where to prevent food contamination and how the relation of biological factors and food testing can help an organization mitigate recalls and other food safety issues.

Links:
Introduction to EU Food Contact Regulation
Information about HACCP

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