Practical Sanitation in the Food Industry

Ian Maddox is Associate Professor in the Department of Process and Environmental Technology at Massey University, New Zealand. He has extensive contacts with the food industry and wide experience in establishing education programs for a variety of food industry personnnel, from process operators to higher management.

• 1. Introduction 2. The Nature of Microorganisms 3. Nutrient Requirements and Growth of Microorganisms 4. Effect of the Physical Environment on Microorganisms 5. Food-Borne Illnesses and Food Spoilage 6. Cleaning and Sanitising Chemicals 7. Cleaning Procedures 8. Water Treatment 9. Effluent Treatment 10. Other Aspects of Sanitation Programs 11. Management of Sanitation Programs