When it comes to sanitation, complacency can be costly—both financially and reputationally. This session examines real-world food safety failures and recall events through the lens of sanitation lapses, highlighting the often-overlooked warning signs that led to system breakdowns. Using in-depth case studies, presenters will explore the root causes, missed opportunities, and long-term impacts of these incidents, while emphasizing the critical role of proactive sanitation programs in preventing future failures. Attendees will learn how to translate lessons from past recalls into meaningful operational changes, build a culture of accountability, and strengthen organizational resilience. Whether you're in sanitation leadership, quality assurance, or plant operations, this session offers valuable insights into how small oversights can lead to major consequences—and how to ensure your team never becomes the next case study.