USA - FDA backs proposal for US industry fees to fund food inspections
http://www.foodproductiondaily.com/Quality-Safety/FDA-backs-proposal-for-US-industry-fees-to-fund-food-inspections
05-Jun-2009 (17 years 8 days ago)A contentious proposal to compel US food manufacturers to contribute towards safety inspection costs took a step forward yesterday after the Food and Drug Administration signalled its backing for the idea.
Under the proposals, the FDA would be required to inspect every food facility in the country at least once every four years, with high-risk ones being inspected every 18 months.
Under the proposals, the FDA would be required to inspect every food facility in the country at least once every four years, with high-risk ones being inspected every 18 months.