Food safety is an important concern in the United States. Many experts say the U.S. food supply is the safest in the world, but there are still problems that are posed. This is especially true for meat, poultry, and processed foods. Most food has a certain amount of toxins or pathogens. Also, some organisms can produce biological toxins. In addition, many foods contain chemicals that are naturally occurring, but can have dangerous effects on human health if consumed. These chemicals include pesticides used in agriculture and heavy metals from coal-fired power plants.
EFSA
In addition to ensuring the safety of our food, we should make sure it is made from safe raw materials. The European Union parliament is responsible for drafting EU legislation, which includes the European Union’s dietary guidelines and the Common Agricultural Policy. The European Union is a huge organisation that is designed to remove barriers to trade between member states. However, the EU is criticized for being too bureaucratic and tends to favor maximum protection of consumers. To protect consumers, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) monitors and informs the European Parliament on food safety issues.
HACCP
To ensure the safety of food, companies involved in the production and distribution of food must implement HACCP controls. In addition, corporations must accept liability for the products they make and distribute. In addition, food business operators in the EU must document sourcing, repackaging, cooking, and distributing procedures. This documentation allows regulatory bodies to trace where contamination occurred and to identify the source. The government enforces the requirements of EU food law by conducting risk-oriented reviews and inspecting companies regularly.
