PFP

Partnership for Food Protection is made up of federal, state & local professionals working toward mutual reliance to protect the food supply & public health.

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

World Food Day is Oct 16! This day is celebrated to raise awareness about hunger + promote action to end it.
Theme: Right to foods for a better life and a better future. https://t.co/rV9KcxbxAi @FAO

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

A streamlined complaint system was recently launched by @US_FDA, improving the ability to detect + respond to potential problems foods, supplements + cosmetics. Learn about this new process and how to file a complaint here: https://t.co/2pjo28KpjF.

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

The reorganized Human Foods Program at @US_FDA functions in three main areas:
⭐️Microbiological Food Safety -
⭐️Food Chemical Safety
⭐️Nutrition
Lean more about each of these and the additional offices supporting risk management work by visiting: https://t.co/glhxi9AXCZ.

[AFDO @afdonews]

The FDA’s Human Foods Program (HFP) has introduced a new, streamlined approach for processing complaints about foods and dietary supplements. Complaints now may be made online or by calling 1-888-SAFEFOOD. Details: https://t.co/3soI8si7d7

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

Meet the new Human Foods Program! The reorganization at @US_FDA took effect yesterday, Oct. 1. With a new model for field operations, the reorg aims to modernize various aspects of food protection & impacts ~8k employees.📖Read more: https://t.co/swMMgnEjTY

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

This is exciting news! 👏 The NFCC in Ohio offers specialized lab services in analytical chemistry and molecular/microbiology re: adulteration/contamination, counterfeiting & product tampering for drugs, dietary supplements, food, cosmetics, veterinary feed, and medical devices.

[U.S. FDA @FDA]

Today, the National Forensic Chemistry Center (NFCC) celebrates a ribbon cutting of its newly renovated facilities, part of a $400 million investment in FDA lab facility modernization, and ultimately the American people as we work to serve the public more efficientlyToday, the National Forensic Chemistry Center (NFCC) celebrates a ribbon cutting of its newly renovated facilities, part of a $400 million investment in FDA lab facility modernization, and ultimately the American people as we work to serve the public more efficientlyToday, the National Forensic Chemistry Center (NFCC) celebrates a ribbon cutting of its newly renovated facilities, part of a $400 million investment in FDA lab facility modernization, and ultimately the American people as we work to serve the public more efficientlyToday, the National Forensic Chemistry Center (NFCC) celebrates a ribbon cutting of its newly renovated facilities, part of a $400 million investment in FDA lab facility modernization, and ultimately the American people as we work to serve the public more efficiently.

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

Great tips to share with your friends in the restaurant industry! #nfsem24 #retailfoodsafety

[National Restaurant Association @WeRRestaurants]

September is #NationalFoodSafetyMonth. Our food safety experts are sharing tips to help restaurant operators prevent foodborne illnesses through safe food handling & cleanliness.

Tap here to learn more about how to help keep guests & staff safe: https://t.co/L2yIoUB0yw #NFSM24

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

Are you brushing up on ur food safety knowledge during National Food Safety Education Month? If you haven't yet, do it on Wed., 9/18, this year's #dayofaction for #NFSEM24. Share tips with family & friends! The simplest one is 4 easy steps: Clean-Separate-Cook-Chill.

[Georgia Association for Food Protection @gafpsocial]

Let’s celebrate Game Day AND World National Food Safety Education Month for September!

Also this is a reminder to register for the upcoming September GAFP meeting held on September 19th. The registration link will be in bio.

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

Happy Monday! Grab a #cupofcoffee and start your week off with the Sept. edition of the PFP's IT newsletter. ☕️ https://t.co/Luc7XcwazI. #pfpnews #informationtechnology .@FDA_ORA

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

September is National Food Safety Education Month! Find resources to help keep you and your family safe around the table year-round: https://t.co/lpJwTIhOIe. #nfsem24

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

Hurricane season lasts into Nov. Are you ready? Local, state & federal partners - re-review our #jobaid for food emergency response work: https://t.co/SMKRSZDBjJ. Find more PFP resources here: https://t.co/3EYIHZZoJz.

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

Free training! "Foodborne Outbreak Investigation Online Series" is 7 course modules in English or Spanish. #Publichealth folks can train/refresh on how to rapidly identify, investigate + control foodborne illness outbreaks. CEUs via @UTKnoxville, register: https://t.co/VjQ7JdLPsN

[AFDO @afdonews]

The Sprout Safety Alliance (SSA) and the FDA have released videos to demonstrate the 4 key procedures the Produce Safety Rule requires for sprout production: cleaning & sanitizing; environmental sampling; testing irrigation water; and seed treatment. View the videos on YouTube.

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

The Aug/Sept @FoodSafetyMag cover story, Recall Rethink, highlights food vulnerabilities exposed during the 2023-24 cinnamon applesauce incident. PFP is cited as a source (footnotes 21-22), referencing our Recall Integration Partnership Project: https://t.co/AtlpXI1t1H @afdonews

[PFP @pfp_ifss]

There are many ways to adopt the #FoodCode! Hear from .@CTDPH and .@MPTNOfficial in this @ASTHO podcast on how it worked for their agencies and jurisdictions. #retailfood #podcast #foodsafety https://t.co/eKoMRxWRew

[Food Safety Magazine @FoodSafetyMag]

Join us for a look at the future of food safety! In this must-attend #webinar, you'll hear from top experts as they discuss cutting-edge technological advances and how you can leverage them to enhance your food safety program.

Register now: https://t.co/H5CV33ILj2

[National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) @nehaorg]

Building Hopeful Communities: Read the column by President CDR Anna Khan in the July/August 2024 Journal of Environmental Health. #EHMatters #nehajeh https://t.co/YBRLhAS4Tr

[AFDO @afdonews]

AFDO was represented at last week's International Association for Food Protection's annual meeting in Long Beach, CA. Participants attended the AFDO-organized roundtable "Beyond Root Cause: Pathogen Food Pairings and Strategies to Prevent Future Foodborne Illnesses."

[National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) @nehaorg]

FDA Assistant Commissioner Erik Mettler and NEHA President Tom Butts discussed @FDA_ORA's future direction of retail food safety in the US. They focused on the impact of implementing the Human Foods Program.