Mock Recall Program
Mock Recall Announcement: Notify relevant staff that a mock recall is taking place.
Treat the simulation as if it were a real recall to test the effectiveness of established
procedures.
Product Identification and Traceability
Product Selection: Choose a specific product, batch, or lot that represents a
high-risk category, such as pre-packaged goods.
Traceability: The Inventory Manager uses the storage inventory system to trace
the affected product from the receiving stage to its current stock.
Supplier Information: The Purchasing Department contacts the supplier to
verify the batch/lot numbers and checks if the affected product was distributed to
other stores.
Product Removal
Stock Removal: All affected products are immediately pulled from the shelves,
storage areas, and display cases.
Isolation: The affected products are moved to a designated quarantine area
within the store to prevent accidental sale.
Documentation: Keep records of the removed items, including product name,
batch/lot number, and the quantity removed.
Product Disposal or Return to Supplier
Return or Disposal: Determine whether recalled products would be returned to
the supplier or disposed of. Simulate the necessary procedures for either action.
Documentation: Maintain records of the disposal or return of affected products,
ensuring full traceability.
Regularly conducting mock recalls, the food store ensures preparedness for real recalls,
protecting consumers, maintaining trust, and complying with food safety regulations.
