Debunking the Mystery of Air, Water, Gas, & Ice in Food Manufacturing
Air, gas, water, and ice used in manufacturing processes must be properly maintained and regularly tested in order to ensure compliance with regulations and safety for consumers. Our webinar aims to clear the mystery surrounding these standards and regulations. Viewers will learn how to navigate the appropriate requirements while protecting their customers. During this session, Ruby Ochoa of Trace Analytics provides her expertise regarding compressed air and gas while William Lipps of Eurofins Eaton Analytical explains concerns regarding potable water and gas.
Topics covered in the webinar:
- Explanation of how GFSI audit schemes like SQF and BRC address compressed air
- ISO 8573 contaminants, purity classes, & recommendations
- Standards & recommendations of the US Safe Drinking Water Act & World Health Organization
- Potential pollutants based on groundwater or public supply
- How to assess your facilities’ unique risks
- Developing a monitoring plan
Webinar Speakers:
- Ruby Ochoa, Founder of Trace Analytics
- William Lipps, Chief Science Officer of Eurofins Eaton Analytical
This webinar was originally recorded on April 9, 2019.
Links referenced in Ruby Ochoa's presentation:
- Compressed Air System Risk Assessment Checklist
- Blog: Establishing a Compressed Air Monitoring Plan
- Blog: Compressed Air System Risk Assessment - Do I Need to Test?
- GFSI Standards:
