英文摘要 |
To oversee the wholesomeness and safety of food along its supply chain, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) integrates resources and coordinates capacities of food inspection within central and local governments to establish an annual, nationwide Food Safety Inspection Program. The program included forty to fifty inspection projects which were jointly conducted by the TFDA and the local health bureaus. The contents of the annual inspection program is based on the outcomes of previous audit findings and testing results of samples, the characteristics of the food industry, the marketing of the products, as well as issues from domestic and international news release and of public concerns; meanwhile, other factors including food safety management priorities, regulations, standards and testing methods are also considered. According to the concept of Plan-Do-Check-Act in quality management, the findings of the inspection program will provide feedback for food safety policy-making and food inspection execution, and the program shall be adjusted accordingly overtime. By implementing the systematic and comprehensive annual program, the inspections focus on food business operators and food categories of high non-compliance rates, high risks, and of high concerns. The TFDA will strive to improve food safety and create a trustworthy food consumption environment with this systematic approach. |