Food Change Control Checklist
Comprehensive change control checklist for managing formula, process, and supplier changes while maintaining food safety.
- Industry: Food Manufacturing
- Frequency: Per change
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Quality Assurance/R&D
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: GFSI Standards, FDA FSMA, ISO 22000
Change Type
Classification
- Formula/ingredient change?
- Process/equipment change?
- Supplier change?
- Packaging change?
Impact Assessment
Risk evaluation
- Food safety impact assessed?
- Allergen impact assessed?
- Regulatory impact assessed?
- Label/claim impact assessed?
Validation
Testing requirements
- Validation/verification needed?
- Validation completed?
- Results acceptable?
Approval
Authorization
- QA approved?
- HACCP plan updated (if needed)?
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?
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Why Use This Food Change Control Checklist?
This food change control checklist helps food manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality assurance/r&d professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: per change.
Ensures compliance with GFSI Standards, FDA FSMA, ISO 22000. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Food Change Control Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 8 sections: Change Type, Impact Assessment, Validation, Approval, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling. It is designed for food manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per change. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Food Change Control Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Quality Assurance/R&D professionals in the food manufacturing 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.