Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment Checklist
Comprehensive food fraud vulnerability assessment for identifying and mitigating economically motivated adulteration risks in the supply chain.
- Industry: Food Manufacturing
- Frequency: Annual
- Estimated Time: 60-90 minutes
- Role: Quality Assurance/Procurement
- Total Items: 33
- Compliance: GFSI Food Fraud, TACCP Guidelines, FDA FSMA
Opportunity for Fraud
Risk factors
- Complex supply chain with multiple intermediaries?
- High-value ingredients present?
- Limited testing/detection methods available?
Historical Incidents
Past fraud cases
- Known fraud incidents for this ingredient/product?
- Regulatory alerts for this category?
Economic Factors
Financial drivers
- Price volatility for ingredients?
- Supply shortages or constraints?
Mitigation Measures
Control measures
- Robust supplier approval program?
- Authenticity testing program?
- Full supply chain traceability?
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?
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Why Use This Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment Checklist?
This food fraud vulnerability assessment checklist helps food manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality assurance/procurement professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: annual.
Ensures compliance with GFSI Food Fraud, TACCP Guidelines, FDA FSMA. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 9 sections: Opportunity for Fraud, Historical Incidents, Economic Factors, Mitigation Measures, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling, Sanitation & Cleaning. It is designed for food manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual. Each completion takes approximately 60-90 minutes.
Who should use this Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Quality Assurance/Procurement 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.