New Zealand Recall Guidance Material

Guidance document published by the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries in July 2015 // The purpose of this guidance document is to clarify and standardise procedures for the identification and removal of unsafe or unsuitable food from the food chain. This document will outline: 1. The roles of the regulatory authorities and the food industry during a recall. 2. The risk assessment process. 3. The elements of a product recall plan. 4. The actions to take when food must be removed from the market. 5. MPI’s standards for product recall notices and guidelines for media communication