Responding to a Food Incident: Manufacturers' Next Steps
Food manufacturers should investigate claims quickly, assemble a response team, determine the disposition of the food, and communicate internally about the incident. They must also consider recalling the product if necessary to protect public health. Effective responses require timely action and clear decision-making.
- The lack of preparedness among food manufacturers may lead to delays in responding to incidents, potentially causing more harm to consumers and damaging a company's reputation.
- Will governments increase regulations or oversight on food manufacturing to prevent similar incidents in the future?