You're not blind anymore: The new era for cleaning & sanitation - From EDQC 2024

Magali Le Diodic presented an engaging and insightful session on the essential role of cleaning and sanitation in ensuring food safety and quality. She underscored the importance of an insightful diagnostic to better drive corrective as well as prevention actions in Operations.

Key Themes:

1. Importance of Cleaning & Sanitation:

   • Cleaning and sanitation are critical components in maintaining food safety and preventing contamination in production facilities.
   • They directly influence product quality and consumer trust.

2. Real Case Studies:

   • Powder Milk Plant: The talk explored expectations and challenges in maintaining hygiene standards in a powder milk production facility, showcasing best practices.
   • Listeria in Cheese Factory: A detailed case study highlighted the identification and management of Listeria contamination, emphasizing the critical role of cleaning in mitigating risks.

3. Root Cause Analysis (RCA):

   • She shared an effective approach to root cause analysis, demonstrating how to identify underlying issues in sanitation processes and implement corrective actions.
   • This proactive methodology strengthens preventive measures and enhances food safety management.

Magali Le Diodic’s presentation illustrated how robust cleaning and sanitation protocols, paired with thorough root cause analysis, are vital to achieving excellence in food safety and quality assurance.