Food processing facilities are required to follow a number of health and safety guidelines to ensure a work environment that is safe for employees and products that are safe for human consumption. Am...
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How to Preserve Pre-Packaged Meat
Pre-packaged meat has already been through some amount of preservation, using different kinds of packaging to keep it fresh while in transportation. But as a butcher, grocer, or other food handling p
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Thermometers are an essential tool for food safety in meat processing. Because raw meat products are quickly prone to bacterial growth if allowed to sit in temperatures above 40°F (4°C), cold...
Every type of meat has a different shelf life, and the way you store your cuts of meat can significantly influence how long it lasts. Whether you own a grocery store or a local butcher shop, you shou...
Every meat processor — from small, local butcher shops to large, national chains — knows how important packaging materials are for safe, effective packaging. And every meat processing busi...
A color-coding program uses a system of colors to distinguish between different environments in a processing facility. This system allows for instant recognition of tools, clothing and other items nec...
A butcher is only as good as the knife he or she uses. A dull, rusty blade will result in haggard, contaminated cuts of meat, but a sharp knife designed for a specific butchering purpose will serve as...
While cleaning chemicals and soaps are important for maintaining a sanitary food processing area, never underestimate the value of a high-quality scrub brush and sweep broom to ensure every...
Having the necessary gear for a sanitary food processing environment is essential, and one item that should never be overlooked is the hairnet. Hairnets help keep employees’ hair pulled back and...