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FSMS clause 7.10.4 Description
No. EMERGENCY PREPARDNESS

Type of Emergency

Power Failure , Flood, earthquake, Fire, Strike/ Bandh, Water service disruption & contamination,
Biological tampering & terrorism, Chemical incident, Storm & wind etc.
To counteract and plan against natural and manmade calamities, a contingency team comprising of
following personnel is in place - Managing Director, Production Manager, Manger Factory & Team
Leader

Power Failure

In the event of Power Failure Start the DG and restore power

Flood

Store product in the area that will be safely out of the way of contaminated water in case of flooding. Do
not use product that may have come into contact with flood water. Discard any product that comes in
contact with the flood water

In the event of vehicles marooned in flood waters the contingency team makes an assessment of the
situation and decides whether the batch is to be discarded based on condition/time to delivery. In case
the batches are unfit for consumption the same is discarded and fresh batch are prepared and dispatched
in alternate modes of transport.

Earthquakes / Fire/ Bandh and Strikes

In the unlikely event of an earthquake/ fire damaging the Unit’s facilities, the following measures would
be implemented:

In case of extensive damage the customer may be intimated regarding the delay of shipment of
product.

Bandh/ strikes: In such situations, it is possible that supplies / means of production/ Deliveries of
product are affected. In such conditions the unit in consultation with the Customer may choose to
provide the consignment at reschedule delivery period.
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Water Service Disruption & Contamination

If the main water line is broken or malfunctions, it may cause unsafe condition for food
establishment. In such unlikely event the management will ensure water supply until the repairs are
done to the main water supply line.

A contaminated water supply may contain chemicals, toxins, bacteria, viruses, parasites and other
harmful microbes that may contaminate the product and may also cause human illness if the
contaminated water is consumed. As Safe water is essential to operate a safe food business. In such
unlikely event local health authorities will be informed for further actions.

Biological Tampering or Bioterrorism

Biological tampering or terrorism involves the deliberate use of biological agent to spread disease-
producing microbes (e.g. anthrax, cholera etc) or toxins (botulinum, ricin etc) in food, water or the
atmosphere. These agents can be powders, liquids or in other forms. A biological agent will almost
never cause immediate symptoms, as it takes time for the agent to grow or cause toxic effects.
Because deliberate contamination can happen anywhere along the food supply stream, managers &
workers play key role in minimizing these potential threats.

Preparedness paves the way to prevention. Unauthorized access is eliminated where food is open,
vulnerable and easily targeted. Incoming shipments are inspected for suspicious items & staffs are
educated to report all unusual activities to authorities (unauthorized vehicles, people, theft, sabotage,
vandalism etc).

Chemical Incident

Any release of a hazardous chemical that threatens public health, contaminates food or water or does
harm to the environment is a chemical incident.

If chemical release occurs inside the building, the TEAM is notified first. Everyone will be asked to
cover mouth and nose with wet cloth to prevent inhalation of chemicals. Building will be evacuated
immediately. Emergency services will be called and directions of emergency responders will be
followed.
 If chemical release occurs in the vicinity of the building, everyone inside the building will be asked to
stay inside.

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Storm & Wind

In the case of storm & wind, help the employees and workers to find shelter- away from windows and
ideally in an enclosed area at the lowest level. Stay away large, unattached items.

During high-wind situations potential risks include downed live power lines, flying debris, wind-blown
broken glass and heavy objects.

Broken glass blown by high winds is a significant safety concern. Area will be carefully examined for
glass fragments that may have impaled food packaging or embedded in food, even if not clearly visible.
All suspected food and items will be discarded.

Pest Control in a Disaster

Pests often become a problem during other emergency events. Floods, storms and other disasters can
dislocate snakes, rodents, insects and other pests from their normal habitats.

Pests will be excluded by keeping doors & windows closed, sealing the gaps around the doors,
checking all the incoming vehicles for pests. Pest control service providers will be contacted for their
services (spraying, fumigation, traps etc).

Maintaining Food Safety in a Disaster

All employees related to production will practice strict hand washing. Employees will be trained on any
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Food & Storage: Water will be used only from a safe and approved source. All chemicals will be kept
away from the manufactured material.

Cleaning and Sanitation: All the processing areas will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. All
equipments will be properly washed, rinsed and sanitized. Waste will be properly disposed of. Insects
and rodents will be controlled in all processing areas if any infestation is observed. Cleaning &
sanitation of outside & inside the establishment will be focused.

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