Hello Everyone,
This question relates to anyone in the snacks/baking (cookies/crackers) industry.
In a recent customer audit that took place at one of our facilities, the auditor issued a MAJOR non-conformance for not having a risk assessment completed for using the following screen sizes: 20 and 30 mesh for sugar and flour sifters respectively. This is something that has been used at the facility for more than 30 years, way before my time with the organization. Following is the question:
If filters and sieves are used for foreign body control, are they of specified mesh size or gauge and designed to provide the maximum practical protection for the product based on risk assessment?
I would be happy to hear from anyone who may have any comments or suggestions around this topic.
Thank-you.