Code of Practice on Good Animal Feeding
Feed Ingredients
Guidelines are provided for sourcing and maintaining feed ingredients in safe conditions.
- Risk analysis
- Risk-based protocols
- Supplier verification
- Feed additives correct and safe use
- Sampling, inspection and analysis
- Pathogen, mycotoxin and pesticide analysis
Labeling
Clear and informative labels as to how the user should handle, store and use feed and feed ingredients.
- information about the species or category of animals for which the feed is intended;
- the purpose for which the feed is intended;
- a list of feed ingredients, including appropriate reference to additives, in descending order of proportion;
- contact information of manufacturer or registrant;
- registration number, if available;
- directions and precautions for use;
- lot identification;
- manufacturing date; and
- “use before” or expiry date.
Traceability and Record keeping
Enabling proper record keeping for timely and effective withdrawal or recall of products, if needed.
- Production/Batch records
- Distribution records
- Product traceability forms
- Emergency hotlines
- Recall notification and procedures
Inspection and Control Procedures
Secure compliance with required standards for production, storage and transport by practicing self-regulation/auto-control.
- Self-regulation monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Risk-based programs and inspections
- Feed and feed ingredients verification
Health Hazards
Meet minimum safety standards for all feed and feed ingredients.
- Residue limits
- Medicated feed (feed additives and veterinary drugs) monitoring
- Receiving protocol
- Handling and storage procedures
- Marketing procedure
- Undesirable substances control
Premises and Equipment
Buildings and equipment used to process feed and feed ingredients are constructed to minimize feed contamination.
- Building and Equipment Inspections
- Water Quality Monitoring
- Waste Management
Receiving, Storage and Transportation
Ensure proper storage and transport to prevent spoilage and cross-contamination of feed and feed ingredients.
- Separation of materials
- Undesirable substances monitoring
- Storage and transport SOP
Training
Personnel are adequately trained and aware of their role and responsibility in protecting food safety.
- Training records
- Competency assessments
Sanitation and Pest Control
Maintaining clean surroundings and effective pest control programs are implemented.
- Pest control monitoring
- Cleaning and sanitation procedures
Equipment Performance and Maintenance
Ensures equipment’s accuracy and prevent contamination.
- Equipment calibration
- Equipment maintenance
- Performance verification
Manufacturing Controls
Avoiding cross-contamination between batches of feed and feed ingredients containing restricted or otherwise potentially harmful materials.
- Pathogen control (heat treatment)
- Authorized/approved chemicals
- Flushing and sequencing
- Physical clean-out
Recall Procedures
Outlines procedures for recalling products that may be unsafe or non-compliant.
- Mock recall forms
- Recall logs
- Traceability records
- Customer notifications