Food Traceability Verification Checklist
Comprehensive food traceability verification checklist for compliance with FDA FSMA Food Traceability Rule and effective recall management.
- Industry: Food Manufacturing/Distribution
- Frequency: Monthly/Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Quality Assurance/Food Safety
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: FDA FSMA Section 204, FDA Food Traceability Rule, GFSI Standards
Receiving Traceability
Incoming product records
- Immediate supplier documented?
- Lot codes recorded?
- Receipt date documented?
- Key Data Elements captured?
Transformation Records
Processing records
- Input lot codes linked to output?
- Production date documented?
- New lot code assigned?
Shipping Traceability
Outgoing product records
- Immediate customer documented?
- Lot codes on shipping records?
- Ship date documented?
Mock Recall Testing
Traceability exercise
- Mock recall conducted this period?
- Product successfully traced?
- Trace time documented?
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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