Pet Food Manufacturing Safety & Quality Checklist [FREE PDF]
Pet food plant managers and quality assurance staff use this checklist per FDA 21 CFR Part 507 cGMP and preventive controls for animal food and AAFCO model regulations for pet food manufacturing.
- Industry: Food & Beverage
- Frequency: Per Shift
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Quality Assurance Manager
- Total Items: 8
- Compliance: FDA 21 CFR Part 507, AAFCO Model Regulations
Ingredient Control & Process Safety
Verify ingredient receiving, storage, and process controls.
- Are incoming ingredients inspected and COAs reviewed before acceptance?
- Are critical process parameters (cook temp, moisture, extrusion) within limits?
- Is rework material handled per documented procedures with traceability?
- Ingredient and process notes
Sanitation & Finished Product Testing
Inspect facility sanitation and finished product quality checks.
- Are production areas and equipment cleaned per master sanitation schedule?
- Are environmental and finished product pathogen tests conducted per plan?
- Do labels meet AAFCO guaranteed analysis and ingredient statement requirements?
- Sanitation and testing notes
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Why Use This Pet Food Manufacturing Safety & Quality Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This pet food manufacturing safety & quality checklist [free pdf] helps food & beverage teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality assurance manager professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: per shift.
Ensures compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 507, AAFCO Model Regulations. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Pet Food Manufacturing Safety & Quality Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?
This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Ingredient Control & Process Safety, Sanitation & Finished Product Testing. It is designed for food & beverage operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per shift. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Pet Food Manufacturing Safety & Quality Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This checklist is designed for Quality Assurance Manager professionals in the food & beverage industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.