Managing Food Safety Liability Risk Basics

Frequently asked questions around food safety liability, answered. Thing to note: This is a pdf version of the online resource of the same name, provided for easy distribution to your agricultural community. The pdf uses the old title, “FAQ: Managing Food Safety Liability Risks,” but the content is the same.

Despite the many safety precautions farms take, food production is inherently risky. Fortunately, there are many tools available to help you reduce your liability should a food safety incident occur. This tipsheet outlines the basic steps you can take to manage food safety liability on your farm.

What can I do now to protect myself if a food borne illness is ever linked to my farm enterprise?
What if I can’t get insurance for an activity or operation?
Do I have to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act?
What if I don’t agree with my local regulators or inspectors about their interpretation of a food safety-related rule?

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