Building a Skilled and Capable Workforce for the Food Industry: Simplifying Food Safety Language

[safefood Knowledge Network]

In recent times, Frank Yiannas, the former U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response, has been a prominent voice on LinkedIn, calling for rethinking and innovation in food safety practices to protect the consumer. His calls come amid a troubling series of food recalls, foodborne illness outbreaks, food allergen issues, and other food safety challenges in the U.S. Yiannas' use of the term "rethinking" emphasises the urgent need to reassess our approach to food safety—not just at the policy level, but also on the kitchen/production floor, where daily food safety practices are implemented. This is a global issue that is not confined to any one country.

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