Master Sanitation Schedules

The Master Sanitation Schedule is more than a document.
It is a set of actions to ensure proper sanitation in your food processing plant.

Master Sanitation Schedules document each cleaning and sanitation action taken on a consistent basis. Some of the contents of the schedule are pre-defined for you, for example, when there is an industry standard, regulatory requirement, or manufacturer's schedule for a particular piece of equipment. Other entries on the sanitation schedule require customized development and vary according to your plant and its specific needs.

"If it's not on the schedule, it probably won't get done".

Developing a Master Sanitation Schedule is a vital component of plant sanitation because, without one, all necessary sanitation tasks are unlikely to be completed properly or in a timely manner, if at all. For a plant sanitation schedule to be effective, consistency is paramount. Incomplete or late completion of sanitation procedures can mean QC problems, lost productivity, USDA sanctions, or even the need to initiate a product recall. Defects in your plant sanitation program or Master Sanitation Schedule increase your company's risk of a food safety catastrophe.

Thorough plant sanitation scheduling and detailed instruction is necessary.

Comprehensive sanitation scheduling includes complete instructions for implementing every aspect of your sanitation program. This includes a list of tasks and how often they need to be performed. The schedule will also outline personnel requirements and whether individual tasks are assigned to in-house staff or to outside contractors. Information on required training, sanitation supplies, and equipment also need to be included. The Master Sanitation Schedule should also include the means for plant managers to follow up and confirm that tasks were performed correctly and on time.