Mexico Meat Processing Plant Checklist

Comprehensive Mexico meat processing plant checklist covering TIF certification, HACCP, and SENASICA/SAGARPA requirements.

  • Industry: Food Manufacturing
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Role: Médico Veterinario/Responsable de Calidad
  • Total Items: 46
  • Compliance: NOM-008-ZOO-1994, NOM-009-ZOO-1994, SENASICA TIF, NOM-194-SSA1-2004

Recepción de Animales

Animal receiving

  • ¿Inspección ante-mortem realizada?
  • ¿Guías de tránsito verificadas?
  • ¿Periodo de descanso cumplido?

Proceso de Sacrificio

Slaughter process

  • ¿Insensibilización humanitaria?
  • ¿Sangrado completo?
  • ¿Inspección post-mortem realizada?

Procesamiento de Carne

Meat processing

  • ¿Temperaturas de proceso controladas?
  • ¿Prevención de contaminación cruzada?
  • ¿Equipos sanitizados?

Cadena de Frío

Cold chain

  • ¿Cámaras frías a temperatura correcta?
  • ¿Registros de temperatura al día?
  • ¿Transporte refrigerado verificado?

Trazabilidad

Traceability

  • ¿Lotes identificados?
  • ¿Rastreo hasta origen del animal?
  • ¿Etiquetado TIF correcto?

Higiene de la Planta

Plant hygiene

  • ¿Limpieza y sanitización de equipos?
  • ¿Personal con higiene adecuada?
  • ¿Control de plagas efectivo?

Pre-Inspection Information

Initial inspection details and documentation

  • Inspector Name
  • Inspection Date
  • Location / Kitchen Area
  • Inspection Type (Routine/Follow-up/Complaint)
  • Previous inspection date and findings reviewed?

Temperature Control & Monitoring

Verify all temperature-sensitive equipment and food items

  • Refrigerator temperature at or below 41°F (5°C)?
  • Freezer temperature at or below 0°F (-18°C)?
  • Hot holding foods at or above 135°F (57°C)?
  • Thermometers calibrated and functional?
  • Temperature logs current and properly maintained?

Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention

Proper food handling practices and contamination prevention

  • Proper handwashing observed (20 seconds, soap)?
  • Gloves used properly for ready-to-eat foods?
  • Raw and cooked foods properly separated?
  • Color-coded cutting boards used correctly?
  • Allergen cross-contact controls in place?

Food Storage & Labeling

Proper storage, rotation, and labeling of food items

  • FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation followed?
  • All items properly date-labeled?
  • Food stored 6 inches off floor?
  • No expired products in storage?

Sanitation & Cleaning

Verify cleaning and sanitation standards are met

  • Sanitizer at proper concentration (test strips)?
  • Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized?
  • Cleaning schedule current and followed?
  • No signs of pest activity?

Documentation & Follow-Up Actions

Complete inspection records and assign corrective actions

  • All violations documented with details?
  • Corrective action timeline established?
  • Staff informed of findings?
  • Manager Signature
  • Follow-Up Notes

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