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Food Defense & Emergency Response
Food Defense is the protection of food products from intentional adulteration by biological, chemical, physical, or radiological agents.  It addresses additional concerns including physical, personnel and operational security.
image from guidebook Criminal Investigation Handbook for Agroterrorism (PDF Only; 1.4mb)
This handbook is intended for law enforcement and food/agriculture regulatory agencies' investigative personnel to facilitate communication and coordination in the event of a potential or actual agroterrorism incident.
Washing hands under clean running wter Water Emergency Response Tool for Food Processors (PDF Only)
Tool by Penn State Cooperative Extension can help food processors and manufacturers be better prepared for water shortage or water contamination emergency. (More resources at www.eden.lsu.edu)
image of food defense General Food Defense Plan (PDF Only)
Document defense measures for your FSIS-regulated small and very small plants to protect food and food production processes from intentional harm.

For More Information on Preparation & Prevention
Information regarding FSIS' assessment of vulnerabilities in the food supply along with industry food defense guidance, such as developing food defense plans.

For More Information on Surveillance
Learn how FSIS is monitoring the food supply to detect acts of intentional contamination.

For More Information on Response
Information about FSIS' emergency operations and response activities, along with model State emergency response plans.

For More Information on Recovery
Information on FSIS' work with states, the media, and guidance on disposal and decontamination following an incident of intentional contamination of the food supply.

For More Information on the Office of Data Integration and Food Protection
Contains information about the mission and responsibilities of FSIS' Office of Data Integration and Food Protection, contact information, and regulatory authority. (Contact Information: Main number: (202) 720-5643, 24-Hour Emergency Number: 1-866-395-9701)

For More Information Regarding Associated Government Agency Resources
Provides information from external resources including the Department of Homeland Security; the American Red Cross; CDC; USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Agricultural Marketing Service, Food and Nutrition Service, and other organizations.


Last Modified: September 11, 2012

 

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