Winery Production and Food Safety Compliance Checklist
This checklist ensures winery operations comply with FDA FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR Part 117), TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) regulations for wine production under 27 CFR Parts 24-27, sulfite declaration labeling requirements, and applicable GMP standards. Designed for winery quality managers and food safety officers.
- Industry: Wine Production / Beverage Manufacturing
- Frequency: Daily / Each production shift
- Estimated Time: 25-30 minutes
- Role: Winery Quality Manager / Head Winemaker
- Total Items: 19
- Compliance: FDA FSMA 21 CFR Part 117 Preventive Controls for Human Food, TTB 27 CFR Part 24 Wine Production Regulations, FDA 21 CFR Part 101 Food Labeling (Sulfite Declaration), OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Safety Standards
Grape/Juice Receiving
Incoming grape and juice quality and food safety.
- Incoming grapes or juice inspected for mold, rot, or contamination?
- Pesticide usage records from vineyard reviewed for pre-harvest intervals?
- Initial Brix and pH measurements recorded for incoming juice?
Processing Additives and Sulfites
SO2 and additive compliance per TTB and FDA.
- Free SO2 levels measured and within regulatory and winemaker targets?
- Only TTB-approved fining agents and additives used?
- Additive usage recorded in production records as required by TTB?
Fermentation Control
Fermentation monitoring and cellar hygiene.
- Fermentation temperatures within target range and logged?
- All tanks and fermenters cleaned and sanitized before use?
- CO2 ventilation adequate during active fermentation (no confined space entry without monitoring)?
Cellar Safety
Winery cellar physical safety.
- No wine, water, or chemical spills creating slip hazards on cellar floor?
- Forklift pre-shift inspection complete for barrel movement operations?
- Confined space entry procedures followed for tank entry?
- Workers wearing slip-resistant footwear and appropriate PPE for tasks?
Packaging and Labeling Compliance
Bottling and TTB labeling compliance.
- Current COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) on file for wine being bottled?
- Sulfite declaration on label if SO2 > 10 ppm?
- Vintage, variety, and appellation claims accurate and meeting TTB content requirements?
TTB Records and Compliance
TTB mandatory recordkeeping.
- Wine production records (form 5120.17 / electronic equivalent) current?
- Federal wine bond current and adequate for wine held on premises?
- Quality, safety, or compliance observations
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Why Use This Winery Production and Food Safety Compliance Checklist?
This winery production and food safety compliance checklist helps wine production / beverage manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for winery quality manager / head winemaker professionals, this checklist covers 19 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / each production shift.
Ensures compliance with FDA FSMA 21 CFR Part 117 Preventive Controls for Human Food, TTB 27 CFR Part 24 Wine Production Regulations, FDA 21 CFR Part 101 Food Labeling (Sulfite Declaration), OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Safety Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Winery Production and Food Safety Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 19 inspection items across 6 sections: Grape/Juice Receiving, Processing Additives and Sulfites, Fermentation Control, Cellar Safety, Packaging and Labeling Compliance, TTB Records and Compliance. It is designed for wine production / beverage manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / each production shift. Each completion takes approximately 25-30 minutes.
Who should use this Winery Production and Food Safety Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Winery Quality Manager / Head Winemaker professionals in the wine production / beverage 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.