It's comforting to hear that there is currently no evidence suggesting that COVID-19 can spread through food or food packaging, as stated by Frank Yiannas, FDA's Deputy Commissioner of Food Policy and Response, during the March 18th Industry Stakeholder Meeting. Other important points from the meeting included:
- COVID-19 primarily affects the respiratory system rather than causing gastrointestinal illness.
- The FDA will continue performing essential inspections tied to Class 1 recalls and will address outbreaks and public health emergencies.
- There is typically no need for food recalls or holding products if someone in a facility contracts COVID-19.
- In such cases, the facility should contact local health departments, adhere to CDC guidelines, and thoroughly clean and sanitize affected areas.
The World Health Organization (WHO) labeled the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak a global pandemic on March 11th, leading some consumers to hoard food out of fear of shortages. However, food processors and retailers will continue operating to ensure the safety of the food supply chain, which is vital to the global economy. WHO has outlined some practical advice for food businesses to maintain operations safely during the pandemic:
- Employee safety is the highest priority, with efforts focused on preventing viral entry into facilities and reducing person-to-person transmission.
- Employees showing symptoms of COVID-19 must stay away from work, and fitness-for-duty protocols should be rigorously enforced.
- Protective measures like proper PPE use, social distancing, and good hand hygiene should be emphasized.
- Extra care should be taken when receiving and transporting goods or meeting visitors.
- Buffet-style food displays, such as salad bars, should be avoided to reduce potential transmission risks.
- Facilities should undergo thorough cleaning before and after production runs, with regular sanitization of high-touch surfaces.
As manufacturers of high-quality, color-coded tools for material handling, hygiene, and sanitation, Remco stands ready to help maintain cleaner and safer food processing environments. For more insights on food processing amid the pandemic, click here.
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References:
IAFP/WHO Webinar (April 3, 2020) "EPI-WIN COVID-19: Ensuring and Maintaining Food Supply and Worker Safety in the Food Industry and Retail"
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I hope this summary helps clarify the current situation. If you have any specific questions or concerns, feel free to reach out. Stay safe and take care!
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