Food Retail and Processing Fails: Unpacking Top 10 Non-Conformances
11:15 AM - 12:15 PMMon
Salon H
Sanitation & Microbiological Track
Speakers
Al Baroudi, MS, Ph.D.
Vice President, QA & Food Safety
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated
Andrew Wood
Director of Business Development
ASI
Documents
Andrew Wood Top 5 Non-Conformances
In this eye-opening session, we delve into the top 10 sanitation-related non-conformances identified during food safety audits across processing facilities and retail operations. From improper equipment cleaning and inadequate allergen control to documentation gaps and mismanaged environmental monitoring programs, these frequent pitfalls can compromise food safety and regulatory compliance. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the root causes behind these common issues, hear real-world examples of audit and inspection failures, and walk away with actionable strategies to prevent recurrence. Whether you oversee sanitation operations or support compliance efforts, this session will equip you with the tools and best practices needed to strengthen your retail and facility’s sanitation programs and achieve sustained audit and inspection success.