002 Small Definition Flashcards
- **“HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)”
HACCP is a systematic preventive approach to food safety that identifies, evaluates, and controls hazards in food production processes. It is internationally recognized and aims to prevent hazards that could cause foodborne illnesses.
- “GAP (Good Agricultural Practices)”
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- GAP refers to agricultural practices that promote sustainable farming and ensure the safety and quality of agricultural products. It includes guidelines for soil management, water use, and pest control to minimize environmental impact and ensure food safety”.
- “APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority):”
- APEDA is an apex body under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. It promotes the export of agricultural and processed food products from India by providing assistance, guidance, and financial support to exporters.
- “Codex India:”
- Codex India refers to the Codex Alimentarius Commission, which develops international food standards, guidelines, and codes of practice to protect consumer health and ensure fair practices in the food trade. Codex India aligns with these international standards.
- “BRC (British Retail Consortium):”
”- BRC is a leading global safety and quality certification program for food manufacturers and suppliers. It sets standards for food safety, quality, and operational criteria to ensure compliance with legal obligations and consumer protection.
6. “ISO 9000:”,” ISO 9000 is a family of standards developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that define requirements for quality management systems. ISO 9001
- “FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India):”
”- FSSAI is an autonomous body established under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. It is responsible for regulating and supervising food safety and standards in India to ensure the availability of safe and wholesome food for consumers.
8. “MPEDA (Marine Products Export Development Authority):”,”- MPEDA is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- “SEZ (Special Economic Zone):”
”- SEZs are designated areas in a country that offer special economic regulations and incentives to attract foreign investment and boost exports. They aim to create a conducive environment for industrial development and economic growth.
10. “Food Business Operation:”,”- Food Business Operation refers to any activity involved in the handling
- “CAC (Codex Alimentarius Commission):”
- CAC is a joint initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO). It develops international food standards, guidelines, and codes of practice to protect consumer health and ensure fair practices in the food trade.
- ” Point of Entry:”
- Point of Entry refers to the location where imported goods, including food products, enter a country’s territory. It is a critical checkpoint for customs clearance, inspection, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- “Best Before Date:”
- Best Before Date is the date recommended by the manufacturer for the consumption of a food product while it is at its best quality. It indicates the period during which the product is expected to retain its freshness, flavor, and nutritional value under proper storage conditions.
- “WTO (World Trade Organization):”
WTO is an international organization that regulates international trade between nations. It provides a framework for negotiating and formalizing trade agreements, resolves trade disputes, and sets rules governing international trade practices.
The Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSAI) of 2006 has several salient features, including:
Consolidates food laws: The act consolidates all food-related laws into one act.
Establishes FSSAl: The act establishes the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) as the sole reference point for food safety, standards, and enforcement.
Sets science-based standards: The act mandates the FSSAl to set science-based standards for food.
Regulates food: The act regulates the manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import of food. .
Ensures safe food: The act’s mandate is to ensure the availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption.
Licensing and registration: The act provides for a uniform licensing and registration regime across the country.
Sampling: The act gives food safety officers the authority to draw samples of food intended for sale or human
- **“HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)”
HACCP is a systematic preventive approach to food safety that identifies, evaluates, and controls hazards in food production processes. It is internationally recognized and aims to prevent hazards that could cause foodborne illnesses.
- “GAP (Good Agricultural Practices)”
”
- GAP refers to agricultural practices that promote sustainable farming and ensure the safety and quality of agricultural products. It includes guidelines for soil management, water use, and pest control to minimize environmental impact and ensure food safety”.
- “APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority):”
- APEDA is an apex body under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. It promotes the export of agricultural and processed food products from India by providing assistance, guidance, and financial support to exporters.
