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Survey supports continued use of remote option for audits

By News Desk on October 26, 2021

A survey has found a preference for keeping remote or blended audits, assessments and evaluations.

A joint International Accreditation Forum (IAF), International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) poll in August…
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FSA assesses use of remote audits during pandemic

By Joe Whitworth on April 6, 2021

Accuracy of remote assessments was a key concern raised by most local authorities, according to an evaluation of the technique’s use during the pandemic.

Local authority officers feared information was vulnerable to manipulation by food…
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Remote audits in the spotlight at GFSI

By Joe Whitworth on April 2, 2021

There is a lack of trust in remote audits from some in the food industry, according to an expert who looked into the subject for the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).

Solely remote audits are…
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FSA: Tech is useful but cannot replace physical inspection

By Joe Whitworth on August 15, 2020

Remote food safety assessments are useful but cannot replace a physical inspection, according to the Food Standards Agency.

Virtual food hygiene inspections are being used in the United Kingdom but local authorities cannot give a…
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Virtual food hygiene inspections could reduce backlog

By News Desk on July 21, 2020

Virtual food hygiene inspections are being used in the United Kingdom to tackle a backlog caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Digital inspections can help authorities manage a build-up at lower risk establishments and minimize risk…
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