FFP 9 Worksheet
FFP 9 Worksheet
Day 1
A. Cleaning is the removal of dirt and organic substances, such as fat and protein
particles from surfaces of walls, floors, tools and equipment. Through the
cleaning procedures, large number of microorganisms (90% and more) present
on the mentioned objects will be removed.
A clean surface is defined as being free from soil (e.g. food residues), free from
bad odors, non-greasy to the touch and having no visible oxidation (e.g. rust). A
sanitized clean surface is defined as a surface that is substantially free from
pathogenic microorganisms and undesirable number of spoilage
microorganisms. Cleaning prior to sanitizing is recommended as it increases the
effectiveness of the sanitizing step. Effective cleaning and sanitation programs
are required to achieve the correct level of hygiene in food handling or
production facilities. If these are not adhered to there is a greater risk of food
becoming contaminated by pathogenic or spoilage microorganisms.
Day 2
Cleaning by washing with soap and water is very important as it ensures the
removal of dirt or debris by physical and/or mechanical means. Clean water is to
be used to finally wash and rinse all utensils, tools and equipment. Sanitizing or
disinfecting, on the other hand, rids of or reduces the number of micro-
organisms on surfaces where food comes in contact with. It cannot be
accomplished until surfaces where food are processed are clean. Moreover, it
cannot be effective without a good pest control program. Cleaning alone by
washing will not be capable of totally eradicating microbes, germs and viruses,
hence the need to use sanitizing agents. Chlorine is one 65 of the cheapest and
most easily available sanitizers in the market. It is popularly used in the
treatment of water for both household and plant. Likewise, chlorine is also used
to sanitize processing equipment.
Importance of Sanitation
1. Prevents pest infestation
2. Kills bacteria already present
3. Reduces potential for cross contamination
4. Helps increase shelf- life
5. Minimizes chance for injury
6. Helps create a more pleasant work environment
Types of Sanitizers
• Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides
• Acid-based sanitizers
• Chlorine dioxide
• Hypochlorites
Day 3-4
Activity 2.2
Day 5
Day 1
• Microorganism. The types and significance vary with product and type of operation.
The microorganisms found in dried and salted fish differ from canned fishery products.
• Employee’s facilities. Rest rooms, locker rooms, drinking water, eating facilities and
working environment must be well maintained for the comfort and safety of the
workers for proper motivation and efficient performance and for excellent production
and product quality.
• Water. Must be potable and safe for the product and other plant uses.
Waste. Convert fish waste into fish value-added products such as burger, polvoron,
spread, embotido, fish ball, meat loaf, luncheon meat, sausage and many others. This
will eliminate environmental pollution and promote food security and economic
security.
Day 2-4
Materials
Slogan making
Cleaning and disinfection are the most frequent operations in modern food processing.
Carelessness may cause considerable economic loss, and loss of reputation on the
market.
Regarding all other technological operations and processes, cleaning and disinfection
procedures must follow detailed instructions and responsible personnel be assigned.
3. Clear the area, machines and equipment of food residues by flushing with water
(cold or hot) and by using brushes, brooms, etc.
4. Apply the cleaning agent and use mechanical energy (e.g., pressure and brushes)
as required.
5. Rinse thoroughly with water to completely remove the cleaning agent after the
appropriate contact time (residues may completely inhibit the effect of disinfection).
6. Control cleaning.
8. Rinse off the sterilant with water after the appropriate contact time. This final rinse
is not needed for sterilants, e.g., Hydrogen Peroxide based formulations which
decompose rapidly.
11. In some cases it will be good practice to re-disinfect (e.g., with hot water or low
levels of chlorine) just before production to begin again.