Occupational Health and Safety in the Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage processing industry requires a safe and healthy working environment. Occupational Health and Safety in the Food and Beverage Industry provides key information on food and beverage manufacturing disease, injury management, and safer steps for employees to return to work. It also discusses food security, safety, biosecurity, defense food safety, and quality, including food adulteration.

Format: Hardback
Length: 290 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

A safe and healthy working environment is an essential component of the food and beverage processing industry. Occupational Health and Safety in the Food and Beverage Industry offers comprehensive insights into various aspects of food and beverage manufacturing, including disease prevention, injury management, and safer measures for employees to return to work. It also delves into food security, safety, biosecurity, defense food safety, and quality, encompassing topics such as food adulteration.

The book provides a detailed discussion of the fundamentals of occupational health and safety within the food and beverage industry. It highlights the standards and legislations that govern these sectors, emphasizing the importance of adhering to them to ensure the well-being of employees and maintain the integrity of the products.

The book covers a wide range of hazards and elements that are present in food and beverage sectors, including chemical hazards, ergonomic risks, and biological hazards. It provides detailed information on accident prevention, the management of various hazards, and the prevention of diseases and injuries. Additionally, it explores ethical issues in the agri-food processing sectors and their impact on sustainability.

The book emphasizes the importance of effective organization and management in food and beverage processing sectors to prevent losses. It discusses the need for proper training, the implementation of safety protocols, and the development of emergency response plans. By understanding and implementing these measures, professionals in the fields of occupational health and safety, food engineering, chemical engineering, and process engineering can contribute to the overall safety and sustainability of the food and beverage industry.

Overall, Occupational Health and Safety in the Food and Beverage Industry is a valuable resource for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and understanding of occupational health and safety in the food and beverage processing industry. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the key issues and challenges faced by these sectors, and offers practical solutions to promote a safe and healthy working environment.

Weight: 750g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032300368