Physical Hazards in Livestock Feed
Physical hazards in livestock feed—metal, glass, stones, plastic, and other foreign materials can slip into product streams unnoticed until an animal is injured or a customer complains. For mills…
Scale Calibration
Feed mills rely on scales to ensure that animal food meets specification. The corn truck rolls onto the property and proceeds to a scale to be weighed. Bulk ingredients are…
Medications in Animal Food
The use of medications in animal food serves important animal health purposes, while at the same time creating unique hazards for a feed mill. The following will provide a summary…
A Simple Check to Evaulate OSHA Compliance
The following are five questions that can serve as a quick OSHA compliance evaluation. They emphasize a commonly-violated standard General Industry Has our company submitted OSHA 300 A form information…
OSHA’s Updated Inspection Program
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced it has updated the inspection program that directs agency enforcement resources to establishments with the highest rates of injuries…
Lessons from a Recent FSMA Animal Food Inspection
Background- A recent FDA inspection happened at a PA non-licensed for medications feed mill. The inspection took place over the course of two days, a Wednesday and Friday during the…
FSMA Friday April 11, 2025
Takeaways from a Recent Inspection Here are a few observations noted by an FDA inspector during an inspection of a licensed medicated facility. Training – the inspector checked the training…
Springtime – Home Safety Tips to Stay Safe
As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, spring brings with it a sense of renewal and the opportunity to engage in various outdoor activities. Whether you’re sprucing…
Ensuring Business Success: The Role of Employee Safety Programs for Small Employers
Introduction: In the fast-paced world of small businesses, where every decision can impact the bottom line, employee safety programs often take a backseat. Failing to comply with complicated OSHA regulations…
The Four Most Critical Animal Food Safety Hazards
A review of a recent FDA inspection reports made clear what hazards are the subject of focus. The list isn’t new information. You know this list if you’ve attended a…
