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Photo, cup of coffee and some notes being taken Upcoming Public Meetings
FSIS will hold meetings in Washington, DC to discuss Low Dose Irradiation in Beef (Sep 18, 2008) and Animal Raising Claims (Oct 14, 2008).
Scientist conducting laboratory test FSIS Issues Final Rule Revising the Accredited Laboratory Program (Sep 11, 2008)
Today's final rule | PDF announced revised and consolidated standards and procedures for the accreditation of non-Federal analytical chemistry laboratories.
USDA Symbol Nominations Sought For Membership on the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (Aug 8, 2008)
Nominations are due September 17 (note correction in news release). See the Federal Register Notice for complete information.

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From these pages, you may download generic HACCP models and access numerous other resources. Special emphasis is given to materials for small/very small plants.

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This section presents results of microbiological testing for Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7 and Listeria monocytogenes. Also see this area for information on the National Residue Program, Animal Disposition Reporting data, and information about FoodNet, the active surveillance network for foodborne illness.

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Learn about FSIS' Accredited Laboratory Program and obtain a current list of accredited labs.

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The Guidebooks contain current protocols for analytical tests required by FSIS regulatory activities on meat, poultry and egg products. They include Microbiology Laboratory Guidebook, Chemistry Laboratory Guidebook, and Pathology Laboratory Guidebook.

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Provides FSIS risk assessment reports and models for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, Clostridium perfringens, E. coli O157:H7, Listeria monocytogenes, and Salmonella.

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FSIS offers procedures and guidance for the development and use of new technologies in meat and poultry establishments and egg products plants.


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