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[Mclingan]

As I prepare for our upcoming BRC audit, i am reviewing the clause 4.9.3. I am having a hard time understanding the definition of brittle materials. Any examples would be greatly appreciated.

[G M]

If it is dropped or otherwise subjected to sudden stress/forces from mishandling, does it fracture and shatter in such a way that small particles could be discharged, thus becoming a foreign material hazard.  Yes = brittle.

 

The alternative is that they deform but remain intact, like you would expect from most steel or copper alloys.

[lynzy05]

Having the interpretation version of the standard helps as well. In the manufacturing area, our brittle objects Power Plugs, Chemical Dispenser, Sensors, Guides or Perspex Guard etc. Hope that helps.

[kfromNE]

My joke on this rule. If an item is ran over by a forklift. Will it break into large pieces or shatter. If shatter - brittle plastic. 

[Dorothy87]

Hi :)

 

BRITTLE PLASTIC – solid material, defined as:

 

- machine parts (emergency knobs, buttons, lights and switches) high risk - possible direct food contact 

 

- equipment (PPE dispensers, fly killers, plastic clipboards, ingredients tubs & lids, first aid boxes, light covers, google boxes and googles, spillage kits) usually low risk, away from direct product contact.

 

- stationery (phone, calculators etc) daily use, worth to put on a daily start up check for production 

 

 

[Madam A. D-tor]

Also consider ceramic tiles if used as wall covering.

[MOHAMMED ZAMEERUDDIN]

Another example is transparent acrylic sheets used in the roof to transmit more light inside the plant