
The FDA's (Food & Drug Administration) FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) is the most sweeping reform of United States food safety laws in more than 70 years The key to successful implementation of FSMA rules depends on building a comprehensive Food Safety System with effective prerequisite programs in place & a well-designed Food Safety Plan that incorporates risk-based preventive controls to mitigate hazards This book provides essential guidance for small to mid-sized businesses on how to design implement & maintain a world-class Food Safety Plan that conforms to FSMA regulations With practical & up-to-date advice the author offers a straight forward approach for readers to successfully migrate into FSMA The inclusion of fully developed Food Safety Plans as well as examples of hazards & preventative controls make this a must-read not only for those that are new to the regulations but also those with a plan already in place FSMA & Food Safety Systems A Guide to Understanding & Implementing the Rules is an indispensable resource for all those managing the manufacture of FDA regulated products food safety regulators & educators as well as scientists & students of food science & technology