Date: 14 October 2020 |
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM SAST |
Cleaning validation and verification are fundamental components of effective food allergen control, and both are best supplemented with appropriate analysis. Verification testing should preferably be done on-site, which eliminates the time and financial constraints associated with laboratory-based methods. Rapid kits are ideal for on-site analysis because they are quick, mobile, cost-effective, require little technical skill to operate, and in most cases require no additional equipment.
The FACTS team took a closer look at the food industry’s responsibilities in terms of allergen control, validation and verification, and focused on the different allergen rapid-kit systems for on-site testing that are available – including which important factors to consider when choosing a rapid kit.
Comaine van Zijl |
Hesrie van Heerden Her main objective is to grow client relationships and develop the services FACTS offers the food industry. While earning her degree in food science at Stellenbosch University, Hesrie worked in the production and new product development areas of the dairy and meat industries. She started working at FACTS after she completed her degree, and has since gained extensive knowledge and experience in allergen control. Hesrie’s involvement in the allergen field has fuelled her passion for food safety and allergen control; she welcomes any opportunity to support clients and equip them with the necessary technical knowledge and practical expertise regarding allergen management. |
In addition to technical support, we supply a variety of laboratory and on-site testing solutions.
Find out more: https://www.factssa.com/our-services/rapid-kits-catalogue/
For video resources as well as more on allergen control visit: https://www.factssa.com/allergen-control-resources/