This handbook provides guidance on building and implementing a holistic environmental monitoring program. Topics covered include hygiene monitoring, allergens, indicator organisms, spoilage organisms, pathogens, and instructions on environmental sampling.

A powerpoint presentation explaining the need for environmental monitoring, key aspects of pathogen environmental monitoring, salmonella concerns, additional pathogens, and FSMA requirements

An explaination of what an environmental monitoring program is, why it matters, and some important testing components of an EMP.

An overview of listeria impact, detection, and prevention for dairy producers and processors

A guidance publication describing the need to prevent listeria contamination in food and how to ensure a food establishment has appropriate safety measures in place

A guide to preventing and controlling listeria monocytogenes, specifically when handling and processing fresh produce. Some topics covered include relevant federal regulation, sanitary facility design, creating an environmental monitoring plan, responding to listeria detection, food recalls, and case studies.

An introduction to the importance of envionmental sampling in detecting and sanitizing to reduce pathogens, with visual and written instructions on sampling.

Information provided to FDA investigators and inspectors to assist them in their daily activities. It includes instructions for environmental and product sampling.

This recorded webinar with transcript provides advice on how to assess an environmental monitoring program, implement best practices, and improve the overall effectiveness of a program.