A Commitment to Cleanliness at Every Step
While hygiene and food safety efforts often focus on restaurants, the reality is that every stage of the food supply chain must adhere to the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation. From farm to fork, maintaining a pristine environment is essential to protect the integrity of food products.
Although the FDA does not explicitly mandate the use of hairnets, its enforcement of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) highlights the critical need for hygiene within food storage and handling facilities. As part of these practices, hair containment is a widely recognized best practice, including in warehouses and transport units where the risk of contamination can be significant.
A Simple Practice, A Major Impact
Using hair and beard coverings is a simple yet powerful step toward enhancing food safety. Not only does it help prevent contamination, but it also demonstrates a commitment to best practices, setting your operation apart in a competitive industry.
Handgards provides the tools at the ready:
- Neatgards Hairnets (available in dark brown and black), Bouffant Caps (available in white) and Beard Covers (available in white) are designed for performance and comfort.
- Made of lightweight nylon netting and/or non-woven polypropylene, these coverings are breathable, latex-free, and ideal for extended wear.
- “One size fits most” ensures convenience and consistency across your workforce.
- These coverings support hygiene compliance in restaurants, food production facilities, warehouses, and transport units.
Sanitation on the Move: Over-the-Road (OTR) Transport Systems
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) introduced a Final Rule on Sanitary Transportation, establishing critical sanitary requirements for shippers, loaders, carriers, and receivers transporting food by motor or rail. This rule underscores the importance of keeping transport units clean and sanitary throughout the entire journey.
Unlike other regulatory frameworks that specify exact procedures, FSMA takes a broader, outcome-based approach. This has led industry leaders to develop robust best practices designed to ensure transport units meet high standards of hygiene and food safety, from harvest to delivery.
Warehouses: The Crucial Middle Ground
Warehouses serve as vital links between food production and the consumer. Implementing effective hygiene practices, such as hair and beard containment, plays a crucial role in safeguarding food during storage and handling. These practices not only ensure regulatory compliance but also contribute to the overall safety and quality of food products.
Setting a New Standard
Maintaining rigorous hygiene standards is no longer optional, it’s a competitive advantage. With Handgards, you’re equipped to rise above industry expectations and reinforce your commitment to food safety at every touchpoint in the supply chain.
Take Action Today
Elevate your hygiene protocols. Empower your team. Ensure your customers receive products that reflect excellence at every step.
Contact your Handgards representative to learn more.