Definition of Process Authority in Thermal Processing and Heat Preserved Food

Definition of Process Authority in Thermal Processing and Heat Preserved Food

Referred from www.fda.gov/guide-inspections-low-acid-canned-food-9 [21CFR113.83 and 113.89]

A processing authority is a person who has expert knowledge of thermal processing requirements for low-acid foods packaged in hermetically sealed containers, or has expert knowledge in the acidification and processing of acidified foods. Knowledge can be obtained by education or experience or both. Expert implies experience, knowledge and achievement as well as recognition as an authority on a subject, usually by one's peers. Anyone who is establishing scheduled processes must have adequate facilities for making the appropriate determinations (21 CFR 113.83). Anyone who is evaluating processes which are less than the scheduled process must utilize procedures recognized by competent processing authorities as being adequate to detect any potential hazard to public health (21 CFR 113.89).Regarding FGS, our work involves much more than that. Specifically,...

The food processing industry is critical for ensuring the safety, quality, and nutritional value of food products. Among the many roles within this industry, the Process Authority is pivotal. In this article, we will explore who the Process Authority is at FGS (Food Global Solutions), their responsibilities, and their importance in the food processing industry.

At Food Global Solutions (FGS), the Process Authority is a certified expert or a team of experts responsible for validating and verifying food processing methods to ensure safety and quality. These individuals possess extensive knowledge in food science, microbiology, and engineering, enabling them to design, monitor, and assess various food processing procedures.